10 Best Breweries in Cairns

"Little Creatures Brewery, Fremantle, Perth Region, Western Australia MorningCruise down the Swan River to the charming port of Fremantle, its streets filled with stories of convicts, maritime heroes, murderous mutineers and pioneers. Taste the past on a tour of Fremantle Prison, the state's first jail and largest convict built structure, and check out Western Australian Maritime Museum, overlooking the Indian Ocean, which features the winning America's Cup yacht, Australia II, an Oberon class submarine and the 17th century Dutch Batavia shipwreck."

"Even if you’re not, Little Creatures beer has made a name for itself over the years not only in WA but all over Australia. Pop in to try the famous Little Creatures Pale-Ale accompanied by one of their amazing wood-fired pizzas."

"Try everything on tap – particularly the Pale Ale and Rogers. The floor's chaotic and fun, and the wood-fired pizzas ($20 to $24) are worth the wait. Shared plates ($8 to $27) include kangaroo with tomato chutney..."

"CORE Cider House offers great food and even better cider (if you’re British, you’ll know that good cider is hard to find in Australia!). You can get tasting platters with a few different flavors, then grab a pint of whichever you like best while watching the sun bounce off the green hills. Of course, don’t drink above your limits if you’re the designated driver."

"We love bringing people together through food, cider and orchard views. Grab a bite to eat in the Orchard Bistro, Harvest Room or The Green. Vegetarian Options, Gluten Free Options, Accessible Location, Family Friendly, Fully Licensed, Bicycle Rack/Friendly"

"Located behind Hougoumont Hotel on Bannister Street this new brewery is the perfect spot for an afternoon drink in its relaxing little courtyard setting. Open daily from 4pm their beer is fresh and delicious brewed on site by Dan and Geoff Goddard along with plenty of gin and wine options if beer isn’t your style. Make sure to pop in on your next visit and soak in all the good Freo vibes with a drink or ten."

"Nothing says Greece like traditional Greek music, dancing, and smashing of the plates in an affordable and family-friendly venue. Located along the river, traditional recipes and home-cooked Mediterranean meals feature at Eat Greek Restaurant. With dishes from moussaka,"

"Feel the sun on your skin, the wind in your hair and the sand in between your toes on the stunning white sands of Bathers Beach. Freo’s very own Bathers Beach House brings you a restaurant and bar where you can enjoy a drink or two and a seafood meal along every Aussie’s favourite location, the beach. Supporting the local WA breweries, alongside great Aussie breweries and selected international brands, you can sip on beer, cider, wine or one of their fancy spirited cocktails that will satisfy all beach bums."

"Just check out @bathersbeachhouse and you’ll know why this place is on the list. The food, the view, the funky glassware, the colourful drinks – everything about this place is Instagram-ready. We’ve said cocktail hour, but whether it’s breakfast, lunch, dinner or sunset and you won’t be disappointed."

"Less than a 25-minute drive south-west of the CBD, Samsons Paddock is renowned as one of the best meat-inspired restaurants in Perth. Offering a mouthwatering selection of both steak and whisky and whether it’s lunch, dinner or a drink, guests are fed lengthy lists of varied options. However, if you’d rather stick to something more homegrown, be sure to pick one of their delicious seasonal share plates or one of their locally-sourced wine or beer options."

"A long-loved watering hole in Mosman Park, Samson’s Paddock on Glyde Street is a tapas haven for local foodies. With a history dating back to the 1830s when horses rested out front while riders quench..."

"Industrial-chic lightbulbs and polished-concrete floors are softened by recycled timber at chilled Who's Your Mumma. An eclectic crew of South Freo locals gathers for excellent cocktails, craft beer and moreish..."

"A relaxed neighbourhood watering hole, Percy Flint is very popular with locals. The tap-beer selection is one of Freo's most interesting, with brews from around WA, and shared plates with Mediterranean or Asian..."

"Several Italian places to eat in Fremantle were established decades ago by migrating families. One long standing venue, opened by an Italian family in the 1970s, is Pizza Bella Roma on High Street, just off the strip. This is a great place to sample some gourmet pizza, pasta and other delicious light dishes like chilli mussels, bruschetta and chorizo salad."

"The Newhaven Estate Robot Park in Piara Waters is unlike any of the parks that are found in Perth. Catering for kids of all ages, it has an industrial robot theme throughout, with a mixture of sand and water-related featured. Its key feature is the brightly coloured giant robot’s head where kids can climb through it and go down the slide that’s hidden in the middle."

"A serene and sprawling public space close to the waterfront, Esplanade Park is great for picnics, sunbathing, or a spin on the giant Skyview (Ferris) wheel. There are playgrounds for the kids, majestic Norfolk pines, and it’s close enough to the city that it makes a nice respite from the workday, with local workers and tourists alike enjoying a quiet moment in the park before returning to the real world."

"Would you believe this small planting trees initiative taken by Fremantle government in 1908 turned out to be a scenic park?. Yes, Esplanade Park’s first plant was planted in 1908. Right now the park has more the 100 mature Norfolk Island Pines."