- Travel in air-conditioned comfort and spend an afternoon exploring Cairns
- See the world’s largest themed stained glass windows at St Monica’s Cathedral
- Enjoy an exclusive guided tour of Cairns Museum
- Take a guided stroll around the Flecker (Cairns) Botanic Gardens
- Visit Cairns’ most scenic lookout and see the magnificent Barron Gorge
- Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Palm Cove foreshore
- Indulge in a Devonshire tea
- Maximum group size: 20.
Overview
See the highlights of fabulous Cairns and learn the city’s history from a local guide on this superb afternoon tour. You’ll visit beautiful St Monica’s Cathedral, tour the Cairns Museum, take a guided walk through the Cairns Botanic Gardens, and visit the gorgeous coastal enclave of Palm Cove. A delicious Devonshire tea is included.
COVID-19 safety measures
- Implementation of an approved COVID-Safe plan
- Reduced group sizes and vehicle seating capacity
- Regular cleaning of vehicles and high-traffic areas
- Provision of hand sanitiser for guests
- Mandatory hand washing for guides at regular intervals
- Minimisation of physical contact between guides and guests.
Cairns City Sightseeing Tour
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Evelyn B (via TripAdvisor)
‘I would highly recommend this small group tour. Our guide Eric was very knowledgeable and his enthusiasm for this lovely city made this a thoroughly enjoyable tour. Our visits included St Monica’s Cathedral, the botanical gardens, the museum and much more. The tour also included a delicious afternoon tea.’
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Duration:
5 hours (approx.)
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Runs:
Mon to Sat
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Departs at:
12.30pm
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Departs from:
Selected CBD hotels
Featured guest review
'I would highly recommend this small group tour. Our guide Eric was very knowledgeable and his enthusiasm for this lovely city made this a thoroughly enjoyable tour. Our visits included St Monica's Cathedral, the botanical gardens, the museum and much more. The tour also included a delicious afternoon tea.'- Evelyn B (via TripAdvisor)
- Guided group tour
- Services of a knowledgeable local guide
- Informative commentary
- Selected CBD hotel pick-up/drop-off and comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Entry and guided tour of Cairns Museum (including free re-entry)
- Afternoon tea of scones and tea or coffee
- Guided tour of Cairns Botanic Gardens.
Douglas
Had a great day learning history about Cairns and getting too see various sites. Enjoyed the afternoon tea and Eric gave us some great stories too.
Monique S – Via TripAdvisor
Im not one for the generic tourist activities but this tour was incredible. Our tour guide Matt is a true blue Aussie who had great insights and knowledge of the area and made the trip a great laugh. He gave us ideas for some future exploring which we will definitely do around the area and the half day was the perfect amount of time.
MoleneLC141 – Via TripAdvisor
If you've just arrived in Cairns and want a taste of what the city and surrounds have to offer, then this trip is for you. Our guide, Eric, was bang on time picking up and gave us lots of useful information. Lots of places visited in the 5.5hrs of the tour, some great views, lots of history during our half hour in the amazing museum, and the Botanical Gardens were beautiful. The trip includes a pit stop for a cream tea in Edge Hill. The tour culminated in a brief visit to Barren Gorge and Palm Cove. It gave us lots of ideas for return visits.
Frenchgirl60 – Via TripAdvisor
I took this discovery tour today. Our guide and driver was Eric, we were a party of 8, and had a very enjoyable time all together from 1 pm to 6 pm. This tour is well paced, it is highly informative, Eric was an excellent guide who taught us a lot in many different fields. We visited St Monicà s Cathedral and admired the incredible stained glass panels, then we received a warm welcome from Phil at the Cairns museum and were given an insight into the history of Cairns and its first inhabitants, as well as into the more recent development of the city. Then we enjoyed afternoon tea with delicious scones, jam and cream, before a visit to the botanic gardens. Later we went up to the hydro plant of the Barron Gorge and finally to Palm Cove for a stroll on the jetty. We were pampered through the afternoon ! The two of us in the group with some degree of impaired mobility received a lot of help from Eric when climbing into the vehicle or getting out of it. This was highly appreciated. I loved this tour, it is worth every cent of the price and I would recommend it to all those who want to know more about Cairns and its surroundings. The cherry on the cake : lovely music on the way back from Palm Cove ! Many thanks to Eric, our 5-star guide on this memorable tour.
Maz72486 – Via TripAdvisor
Highly recommend this tour group company. The tour group is small and intimate which makes the tour more personal. Our tour guide Matt was amazing and very knowledgeable. He was very friendly, funny and accommodating. Anyone can do this tour and you will see some sights not available on any other tours. Will definitely book with them again on our next visit. Thank you so much for such a great tour of cairns
Evelyn B – Via TripAdvisor
I would highly recommend this small group tour. Our guide Eric was very knowledgeable and his enthusiasm for this lovely city made this a thoroughly enjoyable tour. Our visits included St Monica's Cathedral, the botanical gardens, the museum and much more. The tour also included a delicious afternoon tea.
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Tour Highlights
- Travel in air-conditioned comfort and spend an afternoon exploring Cairns
- See the world’s largest themed stained glass windows at St Monica’s Cathedral
- Enjoy an exclusive guided tour of Cairns Museum
- Take a guided stroll around the Flecker (Cairns) Botanic Gardens
- Visit Cairns’ most scenic lookout and see the magnificent Barron Gorge
- Immerse yourself in the beauty of the Palm Cove foreshore
- Indulge in a Devonshire tea
- Maximum group size: 20.
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What's Included
- Guided group tour
- Services of a knowledgeable local guide
- Informative commentary
- Selected CBD hotel pick-up/drop-off and comfortable air-conditioned transport
- Entry and guided tour of Cairns Museum (including free re-entry)
- Afternoon tea of scones and tea or coffee
- Guided tour of Cairns Botanic Gardens.
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Guest Reviews
Douglas
Had a great day learning history about Cairns and getting too see various sites. Enjoyed the afternoon tea and Eric gave us some great stories too.
Monique S – Via TripAdvisor
Im not one for the generic tourist activities but this tour was incredible. Our tour guide Matt is a true blue Aussie who had great insights and knowledge of the area and made the trip a great laugh. He gave us ideas for some future exploring which we will definitely do around the area and the half day was the perfect amount of time.
MoleneLC141 – Via TripAdvisor
If you've just arrived in Cairns and want a taste of what the city and surrounds have to offer, then this trip is for you. Our guide, Eric, was bang on time picking up and gave us lots of useful information. Lots of places visited in the 5.5hrs of the tour, some great views, lots of history during our half hour in the amazing museum, and the Botanical Gardens were beautiful. The trip includes a pit stop for a cream tea in Edge Hill. The tour culminated in a brief visit to Barren Gorge and Palm Cove. It gave us lots of ideas for return visits.
Frenchgirl60 – Via TripAdvisor
I took this discovery tour today. Our guide and driver was Eric, we were a party of 8, and had a very enjoyable time all together from 1 pm to 6 pm. This tour is well paced, it is highly informative, Eric was an excellent guide who taught us a lot in many different fields. We visited St Monicà s Cathedral and admired the incredible stained glass panels, then we received a warm welcome from Phil at the Cairns museum and were given an insight into the history of Cairns and its first inhabitants, as well as into the more recent development of the city. Then we enjoyed afternoon tea with delicious scones, jam and cream, before a visit to the botanic gardens. Later we went up to the hydro plant of the Barron Gorge and finally to Palm Cove for a stroll on the jetty. We were pampered through the afternoon ! The two of us in the group with some degree of impaired mobility received a lot of help from Eric when climbing into the vehicle or getting out of it. This was highly appreciated. I loved this tour, it is worth every cent of the price and I would recommend it to all those who want to know more about Cairns and its surroundings. The cherry on the cake : lovely music on the way back from Palm Cove ! Many thanks to Eric, our 5-star guide on this memorable tour.
Maz72486 – Via TripAdvisor
Highly recommend this tour group company. The tour group is small and intimate which makes the tour more personal. Our tour guide Matt was amazing and very knowledgeable. He was very friendly, funny and accommodating. Anyone can do this tour and you will see some sights not available on any other tours. Will definitely book with them again on our next visit. Thank you so much for such a great tour of cairns
Evelyn B – Via TripAdvisor
I would highly recommend this small group tour. Our guide Eric was very knowledgeable and his enthusiasm for this lovely city made this a thoroughly enjoyable tour. Our visits included St Monica's Cathedral, the botanical gardens, the museum and much more. The tour also included a delicious afternoon tea.
What You Can Expect
This popular half-day Cairns City Sightseeing Tour with Afternoon Tea gets rave reviews, and once you’ve done it, you’ll understand why. This is simply the best way to explore the beautiful Tropical North Queensland city of Cairns. You’ll get a comprehensive introduction to its best attractions, key historic sights and exquisite natural beauty, and enjoy the services of an enthusiastic local guide.
Once CBD hotel pick-ups are completed, you’ll head off on a five-and-a-half-hour tour of the city’s highlights, including stunning St Monica’s Cathedral — which is home to the world’s largest themed stained glass windows. It’s a captivating sight!
You’ll also be treated to an exclusive tour of the Cairns Museum, which is housed in a lovely historic building and dedicated to the city’s rich heritage. There’s a lot to see, but don’t worry if you miss some of the exhibits or detail. The good news is that you’ll enjoy free re-entry during your stay in the city! Pay a second visit at your leisure.
Next on your Cairns City Sightseeing Tour itinerary is a delicious afternoon tea of fresh scones, jam, cream and tea or coffee, before the tour heads to the lush heritage-listed Flecker Botanic Gardens north of the CBD. You’ll do a leisurely guided walk around the grounds and see a vast array of tropical plants (which attract hundreds of colourful butterflies).
A visit to one of Cairns’ most spectacular lookouts is another highlight of the afternoon. You’ll take in the panoramic views, before descending into Barron Gorge for an easy walk around the lower section to see the gorgeous Surprise Creek Falls.
The final stop on this Cairns City Sightseeing Tour is the sublime palm-fringed foreshore in Palm Cove — one of Far North Queensland’s most fashionable locales, and home to luxury hotels and fine-dining restaurants. Take a walk along the beachfront, stroll the length of the jetty, and watch the sun start to drop over the horizon. It’s a fitting end to a wonderful day of discovery in and around Cairns.
Important notes
- Once your booking has been completed, an order confirmation will be sent automatically to your email address. You will also receive a booking confirmation with hotel pick-up details and tour operator contact information for the day. Please print the confirmation or have it available on your smart phone.
- This tour includes selected CBD hotel pick-up and drop-off. Northern Beaches pick-up is available for an additional cost of $10 per adult and $5 per child.
- There is no charge for children under the age of four, however spare seats are subject to availability on the day of your tour.
- This tour operates in all weather conditions.
- Please wear suitable footwear.
- The itinerary provided may change due to weather conditions or operational requirements.
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- Do you have a group enquiry? Please contact us.
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