Cairns Esplanade - A "Must Do" Attraction for the Cairns Visitor

Cairns Esplanade offers recreation and relaxation to people from all walks of life enjoy‚ backpackers travelling around Australia, couples enjoying an early morning jog, teenagers on the skateboard ramp, workers resting on the grass for lunch and countless more. The Esplanade is also an ideal meeting spot for rallies, family reunions and birthday parties. Families use the large grassy areas to fly kites, enjoy barbeque dinners or simply relax in the sun. The Esplanade has always been a place where locals can marvel at the morning sunrise, feast on local foods for lunch and visit the Night Markets in the evenings.

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Esplanade Lagoon

The Cairns Esplanade Lagoon offers a safe recreational area for families and groups. Officially known as part of the Cairns Promenade, the lagoon overlooks Trinity Inlet and provides a picturesque backdrop to any group outing. There are several public barbeque areas available free of charge as well. Enjoy the Australian tradition of having a "barbie" with family and friends whilst taking in the panoramic views of Trinity Inlet.

Esplanade Boardwalk

The Esplanade Boardwalk provides joggers, walkers and cyclists uninterrupted views of Trinity Inlet whilst maintaining their fitness. The boardwalk is approximately 800 metres long with "fitness stations" along the boardwalk for a more varied workout.

Esplanade Markets

The Esplanade Markets operate every Saturday between 8:00 am and 4:00 pm with a varied selection of souvenirs, crafts and of course great food.