Top Rated Parks to Visit in Kuranda

"Birdworld Kuranda is a photographer’s dream, housing the largest number of co-habiting bird species anywhere in the world. At the sanctuary, you’ll find more than 500 birds from around the globe including the most spectacular tropical birds, many of which are endemic to the Tropical North. There are brilliant Amazonian macaws that soar over the treetop canopy, the endangered and stately cassowary, cheeky rainbow lorikeets, vibrantly coloured parrots, galahs, cockatoos and many more."

"Birdworld Kuranda is the home to around 60 species of birds from rainforests all around the world including the cassowary, cockatoos, galahs, Amazonian macaws, and cheeky rainbow lorikeets. Most of the birds roam the enclosures freely and may find your shoulder or head a great perch. Just watch out for your hat – many are attracted to them and will want to chew on it."

"Meet the inhabitants of a tropical rainforest when you enter the aviaries of Birdworld Kuranda. Explore the landscaped gardens which are home to birds from rainforests not just in Australia, but all over the world. Inside you’ll encounter Fig, King and Eclectus parrots, Black and Major Mitchell cockatoos, the emblematic Cassowary and many more colorful species."

"Just 4 kilometres from central Cairns, nature buffs will love the Cairns Botanic Gardens. Along the boardwalk, visitors can stroll through lush rainforest vegetation and across babbling brooks while admiring the vast array of tropical plants in the gardens. Housing rare tropical flowers like the Amorphophallus Titanum, which weighs up to 70 kg with a single leaf stretching almost 7 meters, this Cairns attraction is a must-see."

"Located in the center of the city, the Cairns Botanic Gardens are the perfect place to escape the sun for a few hours. This place is a real tropical paradise. In these gardens, you can observe more than 4,000 species of plants from all over the world, as well as many birds and insects."

"Munro Martin Parklands (MMP) is Cairns' premier gathering and outdoor performance space. 123 Sheridan Street, Cairns, Queensland, Australia. Entertainment Venues"

"Explore surprising trails to stunning summits and gorgeous lookouts all within a stone's throw of Cairns city. Collins Avenue, Cairns, Queensland, Australia"

"Once a fishing trawler called Lewis Venture, the boat was bought in 2013 and converted into a seafood restaurant. Now moored at Cairns Marlin Marina, the restaurant enjoys calming views across the water and a chance to experience Queensland’s fishing heritage. Opt for one of the stacked seafood platters, best enjoyed with a buddy."

"Prawn Star takes the cake for the most exciting location, dining on one of their two boat decks situated right on the water at the marina. Teamed with their Jumbo Platter featuring fresh oysters, prawns, sashimi and bugs (and only $5 for beer and wine), it’s fun, it’s tasty and it’s perfect for those warm tropical days."

"Trawler restaurant Prawn Star is tropical dining perfection: clamber aboard and fill yourself with prawns, mud crabs, oysters and whatever else was caught that day, while taking in equally delicious harbour... Top ChoiceIndian in Cairns"

"Trinity Beach Sports Club has delicious food, friendly service and a local feel. Their menu includes all of the favourites, including a tasty kid’s menu, and they are open seven days a week. Lunch is from 12.00pm – 2.00pm weekdays/4.00pm weekends, and dinner from 6.000pm – 8.30pm."

"Making the perfect cup of coffee|Making the perfect cup of coffee. Caffiend are proud supporters of local coffee roasters, The Tattooed Sailor. They serve specialty blends for black (Maiden Voyage), white (White Label) and filter coffees, as well as single origin roasts."

"The guys at Caffiend roast their own beans under the Tattooed Sailor label and it’s a smooth, delicious blend. Go any time but make it early if you want a table. As a couple of cyclists said when they saw me debating about going in, “Best coffee in Cairns, mate."