Cairns Aquarium

5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia

4.6(7,505 reviews)
Cairns Aquarium, Cairns City, Queensland

Cairns Aquarium is a zoos and aquarium in Cairns City, Queensland, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7,505 visitor reviews. It ranks #2 of 12 landmarks in Cairns City.

Cairns Aquarium at a glance

Rating
4.6 / 5
Reviews
7,505
Cairns City rank
#2 of 12
National rank
#49 of 489

About Cairns Aquarium

Cairns Aquarium is one of 12 catalogued landmarks in Cairns City, Queensland, sitting within the zoos and aquariums category. Among Cairns City's landmarks it currently ranks #2 by visitor review volume, placing it among the city's most visited attractions.

Visitors rate Cairns Aquarium 4.6 out of 5 across 7,505 reviews — an exceptional rating that puts it in the top tier of Australian landmarks. Within the zoos and aquariums category nationally it ranks #4 by review volume. Ratings on this site come from Google Maps visitor data and are refreshed periodically, so the figure above reflects recent visitor experience rather than a one-off snapshot.

On the national stage, Cairns Aquarium ranks #49 of 489 Australian landmarks by review volume — the top 10%, putting it well ahead of most Australian landmarks for visitor attention. Within Queensland it sits at #13 of 94, and within the zoos and aquariums category it holds #4 of 6 Australia-wide. Its 4.6 rating runs above the zoos and aquariums average of 4.40, a sign that visitors leave more satisfied here than at comparable attractions.

Cairns Aquarium is located at 5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia. The official website, linked above, is the best source for current opening hours and any entry requirements. Use the directions link for navigation, and the nearby and similar landmark lists below to fill out the rest of your time in Cairns City. For the wider context, the Cairns City city page ranks all 12 local landmarks side by side, and the Zoos And Aquariums category page compares Cairns Aquarium with similar attractions across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Cairns Aquarium worth visiting?
Cairns Aquarium is a zoos and aquarium in Cairns City, Queensland, rated 4.6 out of 5 from 7,505 visitor reviews. It ranks #2 of 12 landmarks in Cairns City.
Where is Cairns Aquarium?
Cairns Aquarium is located at 5 Florence St, Cairns City QLD 4870, Australia.
What type of landmark is Cairns Aquarium?
Cairns Aquarium is categorised as zoos and aquarium. You can explore more zoos and aquariums across Australia on Landmarks Australia.
How highly is Cairns Aquarium rated?
Cairns Aquarium holds a 4.6 out of 5 rating from 7,505 visitor reviews — placing it among the highest-rated landmarks in Australia.
How popular is Cairns Aquarium?
By visitor review volume, Cairns Aquarium ranks #49 of 489 landmarks in Australia (top 10%), #13 of 94 in Queensland, and #2 of 12 in Cairns City.
How does Cairns Aquarium compare to other zoos and aquariums?
Among 6 zoos and aquariums catalogued across Australia, Cairns Aquarium ranks #4 by review volume, and its 4.6 rating beats the category average of 4.40.
What landmarks are near Cairns Aquarium?
The closest landmarks to Cairns Aquarium are Tomb of the Pharaohs (73 m away), Great Barrier Reef tours cairns (81 m away), Cairns Self-Guided History Walk (229 m away). All six nearest landmarks are listed in the distance table below.
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Closest Landmarks by Distance

  1. Tomb of the Pharaohs73 m
  2. Great Barrier Reef tours cairns81 m
  3. Cairns Self-Guided History Walk229 m
  4. Cairns Night Markets355 m
  5. Cairns Esplanade438 m
  6. Cairns Museum450 m

Rankings based on visitor ratings and review counts. Last updated October 2026.