Things to do and see

Port Douglas is a picturesque and peaceful destination, ideal for exploring some of Far North Queensland's best tropical attractions. Trezise Cottage is the perfect place to start your exploration of this remarkable region and witness two of the world's richest ecosystems. 

 

Just a short drive north of Trezise Cottage is the awe-inspiring Daintree Rainforest. It is estimated to be around 135 million years old making it the oldest living rainforest in the world, even older than the Amazon! It is also the only place on earth where two World Heritage-listed sites meet, the Rainforest and the Reef.

 

The Great Barrier Reef is the largest coral reef ecosystem, made up of over 2,900 individual reefs and 900 islands spanning 2,300km. This impressive formation can be seen from outer space and is the world's largest single structure made by living organisms and offers an amazing diversity of sea life, listed as one of the seven natural wonders of the world.

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Experience the wonders of the Daintree Rainforest and The Great Barrier Reef with a range of local tours to explore and experience what our region has to offer. 

 

For those looking to delve deeper into the history and culture of the area, explore the Kuku Yalanji people's unique cultural and spiritual connection to the land. Our local tours can provide important perspectives of the area's ecology, history, culture and customs. Gain an appreciation of how the Kuku Yalanji utilize the resources of their ancestral home for food and medicine and participate in the traditional song, dance and art. 

 

You can discover the natural beauty of the rainforest by visiting The Mossman Gorge Cultural Centre which is an award-winning ecotourism facility conveniently located at the entrance to the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest. The Centre is a must-do for anyone traveling in the beautiful Far North Queensland region. 

 

Take part in a range of guided walks, experience the wet tropics Rainforest through the pristine Gorge by a guided Ngadiku Dreamtime Walk, led by the local Indigenous community, or alternately go on a self-guided journey along the elevated boardwalk passing through the lower rainforest canopy and return along the riverside track, enjoying views from several small lookouts along the way. Be amazed by bright butterflies and look closely for well-camouflaged Boyd's Forest Dragons clinging to tree trunks. More adventurous visitors can cross the Rex Creek suspension bridge and enjoy the 2.4-km Rainforest circuit track through the rainforest that is lined

with lush tropical foliage. 

 

Dipping yourself into the crystal-crisp freshwater pools beneath the mesmerizing tropic atmosphere will give you renewed energy and a recollection that will last for a long time.

 

In Port Douglas, visitors flock to take in the alluring Four Mile Beach, where coconut palms rest invitingly beside the sparkling Coral Sea. The powdery sand and lush slopes of the shoreline make for an idyllic walk that connects to The Flagstaff Hill Walking Trail providing spectacular views of the Coral Sea and Low Isles, all the way to Snapper Island and the Daintree Rainforest. The 1.5km trail provides a link between Four Mile Beach and Rex Smeal Park in Port Douglas.

 

Visitors can also explore the town's retail shopping centers, galleries, cafés and restaurants on Macrossan Street.

If you happen to be here on a weekend, dropping by the Sunday Morning markets is definitely an activity to add to your list if you're in town. Located on the waterfront at Anzac Park with a backdrop of the river that meets the ocean, this market showcases different products from local stallholders. Here you'll find arts and crafts, jewellery, fruit and vegetables, glassware, food, coffee, tropical fresh juices, handcrafted souvenirs and more, there's a bit of everything. 

 

For both tourists and locals, this idyllic atmosphere surrounded by palm trees and brushing ocean breezes makes for a truly delightful morning and is worth visiting. 

 

 With so much to see and do, it can be hard to know where to start. That's why we've put together this list of the top things to do in Port Douglas! From exploring the Great Barrier Reef to enjoying a sunset cruise, there's something for everyone here. So get ready for an adventure - here are our top picks of the best things to do in Port Douglas!