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Cairns Culture
The culture of Cairns is focused on the Great Barrier Reef and Wet Tropics Rainsforests, which are both World Heritage listed. There is simply nowhere else in the world where you can see two examples of such awesome natural beauty located right next to each other. Due to these incredible natural attractions, Cairns has become the third most visited destination after Sydney and Brisbane. A steady stream of people disembark at Cairns Airport, the sixth busiest airport in Australia.
Cairns is generally used a launching pad for exploring the Reef - you can do it off the coast of Cairns or another option whcih is very popluar is to catch a tour up to Cape Tribulation, a few hours north of Cairns. Cape Trib as its affectionately known is one of the best spots for going out into the Reef for a day of snorkeling, diving or swimming.Cape Trib is also located in the tropical Rainforest, so you can hike or 4WD your way around. A neccessary part of any Far North itinerary.
Although the Reef and Rainforests are really a central part to the Cairns experience, there's other things to do when you're there - skydiving, anyone? Cairns is interesting and different from other Australian cities because it's got great outdoors activities that you can't experience anywhere else (namely the Reef..although some people do explore the Reef from Airlie Beach, but it's just not as good), as well as being a city where you can enjoy nightlife and learn more about Aboriginal history. Tjapukai Park is located just outside of Cairns and provides travelers with a glimpse into the history of the Aboriginal tribes in this area, with theater performances and the interactive Camp Village.
