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We've compiled the best of the best in Cairns - browse our top choices for the top things to see or do during your stay.
Adjacent to Cairns Railway Station, this mall is home to 180-plus specialty stores, including fashion boutiques, supermarkets, department stores, a food court, coffee shops, and a cinema complex. Wheelchairs and mobility scooters are available to hire. It also has the only free parking in the Cairns CBD: three hours free.
If you're looking for bargain beachwear, local jewelry, art and crafts, a massage, a meal, a coffee, or souvenirs, the Cairns Night Markets, open daily 4:30 to 10:30 pm, are the place to go. Cash and credit cards are accepted at all venues. It also has a food court that offers something for every palate, from seafood and sushi to Thai and Italian, and desserts such as crepes, waffles, churros, gelato, ice cream, and Italian-style coffee.
Cairns's iconic weekend "street" market, Rusty's attracts 180-plus stallholders, who peddle everything from fresh tropical produce to art and crafts, jewelry, clothing, natural health and skin-care products, and food. The market is covered, offering a pleasant respite from the sun. Customers can park free for two hours on Friday and weekends in the car park above Rusty's on Sheridan Street.
This store stocks a wide range of big-name dive gear as well as stinger and wet suits, swimwear, kids' gear, and accessories such as snorkels and sunscreen.
