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Where do locals eat in Cairns?

Cairns celebrates its 150th sesquicentennial anniversary in October 2026, marking 150 years since its official founding on 6 October 1876. The historic waterfront along Trinity Inlet and Wharf Street serves as the focal point for understanding the city's evolution.

The right way to start your day in Cairns

What are the best free things to do in Cairns that aren’t crowded tourist traps?

Is Rusty’s Market still worth visiting in late April or even May?

What we notice that visitors often miss and what to do about that

More than a gateway to the Great Barrier Reef — discover why Cairns is worth visiting.

In 2026 , Cairns marks a huge milestone — 150 years since its founding . And this isn’t just a date on a calendar. It’s a living, breathing celebration playing out across Cairns.

The stories you only hear on foot