Palm Cove

Palm Cove in tropical North Queensland, Australia, is known for its beautiful beaches, excellent location as well as being the ideal destination for your wedding day. With the year round tropical weather, gorgeous beaches lined with palm trees and golden sandy beaches, Palm Cove is the perfect place to get away from it all.

Palm Cove has everything you could possibly need for your next getaway! From cafes boasting a beachfront location and prime views through to fine a la carte dining, and not to mention that 3 of the restaurants located in Palm Cove are rated in the top 200 restaurants in Australia. Experience al fresco dining at its best! Palm Cove has it all, whether you want a holiday that is jam packed full of fun or if you are after a lazy holiday in the sun, you will find in this quaint seaside town, in Tropical North Queensland.

Palm Cove has the best of both worlds, the tropical paradise of the Rainforest as well as grandeur of the Great Barrier Reef. You will be able to visit some of the most beautiful beaches in the world, lined with coconut palms and white sandy beaches which all add to the relaxing atmosphere of this sundrenched town. Today, Palm Cove is the ultimate vacation destination just 30 minutes from the Cairns International Airport, people from interstate and from overseas come to enjoy this wonderful part of Queensland. All types of accommodation can be found in Palm Cove such as fully self-contained apartments, resorts, hotels, units and holiday homes.

The wildlife in and around Palm Cove is amazing with an array of lizards, birds, frogs and many more that call this place home. And as for the underwater wildlife, you can explore the nearby Great Barrier Reef till your heart’s content, with any one of the dive and snorkelling tours that are available. It is a fabulous underwater playground for both the novas and experienced diver, anyone who loves the water can enjoy this wonderful area.

Looking to stay on land but still want to experience nature’s wonders that are on offer in and around Palm Cove, then check out one of the tours to the tropical rainforest, experience the Aboriginal culture, check out one of the wildlife parks or go horse trekking. If you want something to really get your blood pumping why not book yourself to go bungy jumping, sky diving, parasailing or white water rafting. For the fitness freak there is an extensive gymnasium, aerobics classes, squash courts, tennis courts and a 25 metre lap pool to keep you occupied. But for something at a little more slower pace jump on a bicycle and ride around Palm Cove to discover the delights that this town has to offer for yourself.

No matter what kind of holiday you are after, action packed or just complete relaxation, Palm Cove is the spot to visit!! You are able to take everything in your own stride, and at a slow pace while you feel the soothing sea breezes and take in the relaxing atmosphere as you lay on the sundrenched beaches, or take a swim on the patrolled beach, lie under a coconut palm or sip a refreshing beverage while taking in the views. Take a walk along the beach which is always a tempting thought and then perhaps continue on to the nearby tranquil beaches of Clifton or Kewarra, only minutes away. Or on the other hand you can completely fill up your day with fun activities for the young and the young at heart! It is all on offer at Palm Cove, Queensland!

Palm Cove dining is an awesome experience, with a selection of fine dining restaurants, bistros and cafes all offering the finest of cuisines you just won’t know where to eat first. Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner.... you can take you pick from an array of great places all taste tempting treats and meals to tantalise your tastebuds. Dine under the stars, or in a tropical garden, experience beachfront dining at its best, cosy up to your partner as you feast on a great feed of locally caught fresh fish and chips or treat yourself to a sizzling seafood buffet. The choice is yours and one thing is for sure- all will leave you delighted by the tastes of the tropics. At night time the place comes alive with bars, lounge bars, taverns and club offering great music and entertainment for you to kick up your feet and boogie on down with friends to enjoy some great laughs.

With Cairns and Port Douglas being so close by why not do a day trip to the city and experience some great shopping, as well as visit the markets and beach villages. You could take a walk along the Esplanade or browse through the quaint boutiques, galleries and cafes along the beachfront. Palm Cove is truly an experience not to be missed. Whether you are looking for a romantic getaway with breathtaking sea views or an action packed holiday for the whole family- this is the place to come and you too will soon realize, there is no place in the world you'd rather be.