Port Douglas, Queensland

Aerial view of Port DouglasPort Douglas in Tropical North Queensland is one of Queensland’s premier holiday destinations.

Located just north of Cairns, Port Douglas offers a sophisticated and low-key escape for travellers from around the world. Known as a glamorous hotspot for the famous, Port Douglas still manages to retain an unpretentious and relaxed ambiance: you’ll only find buildings up to three stories high, not much taller than the nearby palm trees, boutique clothing shops and exquisite alfresco dining restaurants.

A visit to Four Mile Beach is essential where you can laze away the day on the pristine sand. Enjoy lunch at one of the many cafes scattered along Macrossan Street or spend the afternoon shopping at the Marina Mirage. The Surf-Life Saving Club is located at the northern end of the beach, and during the summer, is a great spot to take a refreshing dip in the protected waters in front of the club.

Port Douglas is also a popular base from which to explore the Great Barrier Reef and the rainforests of the Wet Tropics, Daintree and Cape Tribulation. There are numerous tours that embark from Port Douglas, many combining the adventure experiences of the Reef and the Wet Tropics. Accommodation options in Port Douglas offer a unique insight into the splendour of nature. Enjoy a massage to the sounds of the rainforest or the waves crashing on the beach…in Port Douglas it’s all possible.

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Discover Port Douglas

Discover Port Douglas

Once a sleepy seaside village, Port Douglas has become a vibrant resort town yet has retained its timeless air. It's not just the reef, the golf and the fishing.. the fabulous bars, cafes, restaurants and warm, sea-touched breezes make this haven a must.  more


Port Douglas

Port Douglas

Once a sleepy seaside village, Port Douglas has become a vibrant resort town yet has retained its timeless air. It's not just the reef, the golf and the fishing.. the fabulous bars, cafes, restaurants and warm, sea-touched breezes make this haven a must.


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