Rainy Day Activities in Cairns & the Tropical North (Updated October 2026)

A visit to the Historic Village Herberton is like stepping back in time. Showcasing Australia’s rich and diverse history this outdoor pioneer museum is testament...
$33

Welcome to Cairns Museum – a snapshot of our fascinating, beautiful, dynamic frontier region and its people. Situated in the central business district of Cairns,...
$11

Discover Two Worlds in One Day: Tomb of the Pharaohs & Cairns Aquarium Immerse yourself in two unforgettable experiences in the heart of Cairns. Step...
$72

A visit to the Historic Village Herberton is like stepping back in time. Showcasing Australia’s rich and diverse history this outdoor pioneer museum is testament...
$82

Welcome to Cairns Museum – a snapshot of our fascinating, beautiful, dynamic frontier region and its people. Situated in the central business district of Cairns,...
$11

Night at the Aquarium Tour
As the sun goes down on the Great Barrier Reef, a whole new world awakens. Corals glow, colourful reef fish seek shelter and predators begin...
$63

Cairns Koalas & Creatures at the Pier
Journey through Australia’s diverse landscapes for a family fun and education-focused experience. Australia's stunning Great Barrier Reef, a vibrant ecosystem teeming with marine life, is...
$16

Cairns Aquarium by Twilight Tour
Gain exclusive after hours entry to Cairns Aquarium and embark on a guided tour with a wildlife educator. Learn how animals behaviours adapt from day...
$63

See the north's only nocturnal exhibit for night-loving marsupials. See Bilbies, visit our pioneering history exhibits. See Lizards and Crocodiles, Quokkas, and Wombats and most...
$17

Cairns Aquarium Admission Ticket
Cairns Aquarium is an exciting, new all-weather visitor attraction located in the heart of Cairns, open daily. Guests of all ages will have guaranteed interaction...
$43

Meet our rescued turtles, and learn all about the threats and dangers Australia’s six species of sea turtles face in a guided Turtle Hospital Tour....
$57

The Ultimate Way to Experience the Cairns Aquarium Imagine being able to hand feed Cownose Sting Rays on a privately escorted Aquarium tour! This VIP...
$212

See Koalas, wombats, see rare and endangered Bilby, Quokka, and much more. Walk in a free flight aviary to see over 60 species of beautiful...
$69

Birdworld Kuranda Entry Ticket
• Enjoy over 60 species of birds in a natural rainforest habitat • See some of Australia’s endangered and Endemic Birds • Rare Southern Cassowary...
$17

Journey through the most lavishly decorated tombs and temples of Ancient Egypt. Each tomb filled with hieroglyphic wall inscriptions, stele engraved plaques, mummified human and...
$37

Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Be dazzled by more than 1,200 tropical jewel-colored butterflies at the Australia Butterfly Sanctuary. Located in the heart of Kuranda, the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is...
$18

Combine two of Kuranda’s most popular wildlife experiences with visits to both the Kuranda Koala Gardens and Birdworld. Encounter Australia’s weird and wonderful animals including...
$30

Explore Australia's World Heritage-listed tropical rainforest at the Rainforestation Nature Park in Kuranda. The park is set on 100 acres (40 hectares) of pristine rainforest...
$50

