Cairns When It's Raining
To experience the full beauty of the Tropics, we recommend making the most of the rainy days as well. Don't let the gloomy weather hold you back, and read below for some activities to make the most of your stay in beautiful North Queensland!
Cairns Aquarium
The Cairns Aquarium is a popular tourist attraction located in the heart of Cairns, Queensland, Australia. It's a world-class aquarium featuring over 16,000 marine and freshwater animals from the Great Barrier Reef and other tropical regions around the world. Visitors can explore a range of exhibits, including the Coral Sea exhibit, the River Monsters exhibit, and the Deep Sea exhibit.
Address: 5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870
Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome
Cairns ZOOM and Wildlife Dome offers a range of thrilling activities for visitors, including a high ropes course, zip line, and dome climb, all while getting up close with the wildlife. Visitors can interact with Australian animals such as koalas, kangaroos, and crocodiles in their natural habitats, as well as take part in interactive bird and reptile shows.
Address: The Reef Hotel Casino, 35-41 Wharf St, Cairns City, 4870
Barron River White Water Rafting
Another experience for those who don’t mind getting wet, white water rafting is an adventure that is improved tenfold when it has or is raining. When there is rain, the rapids are at their best and are rushing with full force downstream making for a thrilling white water rafting adventure.
Address: Foaming Fury,
19-21 Barry St Cairns Queensland 4870.
Cairns Wake Park & Aqua Park
This exciting water park located in Smithfield, just a 20-minute drive north of Cairns, Queensland, Australia. The park features a wakeboarding cable system that allows visitors to wakeboard, kneeboard, and ski on the lake without the need for a boat. It also features an aqua park with inflatable obstacles such as slides, trampolines, and swings, providing a fun and challenging experience for all ages.
Address:
Canopys Edge Boulevard, Smithfield, Queensland, 4878.
Laserfun
The game is played in a multi-level maze, with players wearing vests and carrying laser guns to tag their opponents. The maze is filled with obstacles, traps, and special effects, making it a thrilling and immersive experience for players. Laser fun is suitable for all ages and offers several game modes, including team-based and solo play.
Address: DFO Shopping Centre, 274 Mulgrave Rd, Westcourt, 4870
Go Bowling Cairns
Go Bowling Cairns is a family-friendly entertainment venue located in Earlville, just a few minutes' drive from Cairns, Queensland, Australia. It features a range of tenpin bowling lanes, arcade games, and a laser tag arena. The venue also offers a sports bar and a café, making it a great place to relax and enjoy some food and drinks with friends and family.
Address: 93 Pease St, Manoora QLD 4870
Inflatable Kingdom
Inflatable Kingdom in Cairns is an indoor inflatable playground located in Woree, just a short drive from Cairns, Queensland, Australia. The playground features a range of inflatable obstacles, slides, and bouncing areas, providing a fun and safe environment for children to play and explore. Inflatable Kingdom is suitable for children of all ages, and offers several zones, including toddler areas and obstacle courses for older children.
Address: 164 Mayers St, Manunda QLD 4870
Event Cinemas (3 locations)
Event Cinemas is a movie theatre chain located throughout Australia, including several locations in Cairns. The cinemas offer a wide range of movie genres and cater to a variety of age groups, making it a great place for a night out with friends or family.
Cairns Central: Event Cinemas Cairns Central, 1/21 McLeod St, Cairns City QLD 4870
Cairns Earlville: Event Cinemas Cairns Earlville, Stockland Shopping Centre, 537 Mulgrave Rd, Earlville QLD 4870
Smithfield:
Event Cinemas Cairns Smithfield, Corner Of Captain Cook &, Kennedy Hwy, Smithfield QLD 4878