Hotels near Cairns Zoom and Wildlife Dome

Exploring Cairns Rainforest Dome

This is a 20-metre high glass dome on the prominent rooftop of The Reef Hotel Casino, where visitors are immersed in a rainforest environment whilst parrots, cockatoos, lorikeets, and other birds native to the Wet Tropics region fly freely around, with the opportunity to observe free-roaming rainforest wallabies and view bettongs, curlews, frogmouths, kookaburras, frogs, turtles, pythons, crocodiles and lizards.

Accommodations near Cairns Rainforest Dome

As the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, Cairns grows more popular with each year that passes. Millions of visitors from all walks of life base themselves in the tropical city and visit the reef and surrounding rain forests. As so, Cairns has developed into a fantastic place to stay with an abundance of hotels, hostels and B&Bs to suit any budget. Recommended accommodation include Hilton Cairns, Cairns Harbour Lights and of course the Pullman Reef Hotel Casino.

Sightseeing near Cairns Rainforest Dome

If you are travelling with your children you can take them to the Esplanade Lagoon, where they can bathe in salt water, whilst in the safety of the artificial lagoon, and protected by lifeguards on watch at all times. After soaking up the sun, head over to the weekend markets held at the Esplanade. Locals sell hand made arts and crafts, clothing and you will also be entertained by the live music performances that enliven this area.

Transportation near Cairns Rainforest Dome

You can walk the central part—from the beach to the train station—but if you want to see a nearby beach, use the Sunbus. It runs from the Trinity Wharf Centre, near the casino, and takes in main city streets. The Sunbus also serves big pubs and entertainment venues at night, and tickets are purchased onboard. Taxis and shuttles are the best bet from the airport to Cairns’ main hotels.