Things to do in Cairns With Kids

Looking for all the top things to do in Cairns with kids including aquariums, zoos, activities and more? Browse and book them all online here! Cairns has many family-friendly activities and experiences to keep the children entertained. From the Cairns Aquarium showcasing the region's marine life to a range of wildlife attractions to nature-based activities zipping through the rainforest treetops or horseback riding, there's plenty of things to do in Cairns. If you are planning on visiting more than one attraction then consider purchasing a great value multi-attraction package bundle so you can visit several attractions for one low price. The more you do, the more money you save! View our entire range of family-friendly Cairns activities below for more information and to book instantly online today.

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Great Barrier Reef + Green Island 1 Day Tour Combo by Great Adventures

4.7

The complete Green Island & Great Barrier Reef Tour Combo! Spend 2 hours on Green Island and 3 hours on the Outer Reef, that's 2 tours for the price of 1!

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Fitzroy Island Adventures Full Day Trip with Optional Lunch by Fitzroy Island Adventures

4.6

Enjoy a 45-minute Fitzroy Island Ferry to the pristine waters of Fitzroy Island Cairns with a full day trip with 6 hours on the island to roam and explore.

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Green Island Full Day Trip + Snorkelling OR Glass Bottom Boat by Big Cat Green Island Reef Cruises

4.8

Enjoy a scenic cruise to the popular Green Island and spend hours exploring the beautiful coral cay with a full day cruise from Cairns departing at 9am.

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Fitzroy Island Full Day Package with Snorkelling Equipment and Glass Bottom Boat Tour by Sunlover Reef Cruises

5.0

Cruise to paradise aboard the Fitzroy Island Sundancer and spend a full day experiencing pristine beaches, lush rainforest and shallow coral reefs.

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Quicksilver Port Douglas Pontoon by Quicksilver Cruises

4.8

Visit the iconic Great Barrier Reef’s outer regions on a Port Douglas Quicksilver Reef tour and discover a world of extraordinary beauty.

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Cairns Aquarium Entry Tickets by Cairns Aquarium

4.6

Visit Cairns Aquarium for the ultimate day out the whole family will love. Purchase tickets to the aquarium online to skip the queue upon entry.

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Green Island Full Day Trip + Snorkelling & Glass Bottom Boat by Great Adventures

4.9

Just 45 minutes from Cairns aboard a fast catamaran, you will find yourself a world away on Green Island, a 6000 year old coral cay.

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1 Day Transfer to Fitzroy Island - Full Day by Sunlover Reef Cruises

4.0

Cruise to paradise aboard the Fitzroy Island Sundancer to experience pristine beaches, lush rainforest and shallow coral reefs with 6.5 hours on the island.

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Fitzroy Island Adventures Half Day Trip with Optional Lunch by Fitzroy Island Adventures

4.4

A great trip if you are limited on time and don't mind a sleep in. Spend just over 2 hours on Fitzroy Island, still enough time to discover its beauty.

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Reef Magic Pontoon by Reef Magic Cruises

5.0

This outer Great Barrier Reef experience to the Reef Magic pontoon includes all your snorkelling gear, buffet lunch, glass bottom boat tours & much more.

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Great Barrier Reef Cruise to Sunlover Reef Cruises Pontoon by Sunlover Reef Cruises

4.8

Enjoy 4 hours exploring the Great Barrier Reef from an activity platform moored at Moore Reef, inclusive of lunch, snorkelling equipment and more..

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Kuranda Riverboat Cruise by Kuranda Riverboat

4.5

Cruise around one of the world's most ancient tropical rainforests with Kuranda Riverboat's scenic and informative water adventure.

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Cairns Jet Boat Ride by Bad Fishy

5.0

Grab your life jacket and strap yourself in for some high-speed fun in Cairns on this 35 minute jet boat adventure that combines thrills and sightseeing.

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Kuranda Koala Gardens, Birdworld and Butterfly Sanctuary 3 Attraction Pass by Kuranda Koala Gardens

4.6

Three enjoyable Kuranda wildlife attractions, one low price - what's not to love? Visit Koala Gardens, Birdworld & the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary!

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Cape Tribulation Zipline Canopy Tour - 2 Hours by Treetops Adventure

5.0

Swing through the treetops and admire the Daintree Rainforest from a whole new perspective on this two hour zipline canopy tour. Book online here.

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Rainforestation Nature Park Package by Rainforestation Nature Park

4.4

This eco-friendly Kuranda attraction hosts Army Duck Rainforest Tours, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience and Kuranda's largest Koala and Wildlife Park.

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