GUIDEBOOK for PORT DOUGLAS
Food scene
The Tin Shed has waterfront views, looking out to the Coral Sea.
Dine downstairs for lunch or dinner, or head upstairs to the Barcardi bar to enjoy the air conditioned lounge area or out on to the deck for a cocktail or one of the many beers on tap.
45 habitants recommandent
Tin Shed
7 Ashford AveThe Tin Shed has waterfront views, looking out to the Coral Sea.
Dine downstairs for lunch or dinner, or head upstairs to the Barcardi bar to enjoy the air conditioned lounge area or out on to the deck for a cocktail or one of the many beers on tap.
Every town needs a traditional old pub - this is ours!
Central Hotel is located in the main street (Macrossan Street) and is perfect for a pub meal, a cold drink, live music, watching sports on the big screen, or a game of pool.
Be sure to check out the back area for more tables and additional bar.
48 habitants recommandent
Central Hotel Port Douglas
9 Macrossan StEvery town needs a traditional old pub - this is ours!
Central Hotel is located in the main street (Macrossan Street) and is perfect for a pub meal, a cold drink, live music, watching sports on the big screen, or a game of pool.
Be sure to check out the back area for more tables and additional bar.
Great bar/restaurant at the Crystalbrook marina for lunch or dinner. Making it easy to grab a pre or post cruise bite or drink.
14 habitants recommandent
Lure Restaurant & Bar
44 Wharf StGreat bar/restaurant at the Crystalbrook marina for lunch or dinner. Making it easy to grab a pre or post cruise bite or drink.
A personal favourite for a chilled vibe to have a craft beer (or anything else you desire) while enjoying the views of the boats in the marina and the rainforest mountains. Food is always spot on too!
110 habitants recommandent
Hemingway's Brewery
44 Wharf StA personal favourite for a chilled vibe to have a craft beer (or anything else you desire) while enjoying the views of the boats in the marina and the rainforest mountains. Food is always spot on too!
Neighbourhoods
Port Douglas is a tropical paradise.....we may be a little biased, but it's true!
The laidback tropical town of Port Douglas, is around an hour's drive north of Cairns along an easy drive coastal road, and is the gateway to two UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef and the expanses of the Daintree Rainforest.
People are friendly....and why wouldn't they be, they're either on holiday or they live here in a relaxed vibe lifestyle.
239 habitants recommandent
Port Douglas
Port Douglas is a tropical paradise.....we may be a little biased, but it's true!
The laidback tropical town of Port Douglas, is around an hour's drive north of Cairns along an easy drive coastal road, and is the gateway to two UNESCO World Heritage-listed natural wonders, the Great Barrier Reef and the expanses of the Daintree Rainforest.
People are friendly....and why wouldn't they be, they're either on holiday or they live here in a relaxed vibe lifestyle.
Sightseeing
Hartley's is a 'must do' if croc spotting is top of your list! This is a great day out for all ages to see more than just crocs. About 25 mins south of Port Douglas. You will need your own vehicle to get to this attraction unless you book a tour.
197 habitants recommandent
Aventures de crocodiles de Hartley
Captain Cook HighwayHartley's is a 'must do' if croc spotting is top of your list! This is a great day out for all ages to see more than just crocs. About 25 mins south of Port Douglas. You will need your own vehicle to get to this attraction unless you book a tour.
The iconic Lady Douglas takes you searching for estuarine crocodiles and other wildlife, on an idyllic calm water river cruise through the mangrove forests around Port Douglas. An easy way to experience the river and watch the sun go down on an afternoon cruise. Check out the various departure times, from the Crystalbrook marina.
25 habitants recommandent
Lady Douglas River Cruise
44 Wharf StThe iconic Lady Douglas takes you searching for estuarine crocodiles and other wildlife, on an idyllic calm water river cruise through the mangrove forests around Port Douglas. An easy way to experience the river and watch the sun go down on an afternoon cruise. Check out the various departure times, from the Crystalbrook marina.
The Daintree Rainforest is a region on the northeast coast of Queensland, Australia, north of Port Douglas and Cairns. At around 1,200 square kilometres, the Daintree is a part of the largest continuous area of tropical rainforest on the Australian continent.
We suggest checking out tours with Daintree Tours for the best experience.
257 habitants recommandent
Daintree Rainforest
2333 Cape Tribulation RdThe Daintree Rainforest is a region on the northeast coast of Queensland, Australia, north of Port Douglas and Cairns. At around 1,200 square kilometres, the Daintree is a part of the largest continuous area of tropical rainforest on the Australian continent.
We suggest checking out tours with Daintree Tours for the best experience.
Situated just 15km off the coast of Port Douglas, Low Isles is the ideal spot for an inner reef snorkelling adventure.
In case you're worried about crocodiles......crocodiles occasionally visit Low Isles. When that happens, a special sign is placed on the beach so that boats know to stay away. It remains for seven days after the last sighting.
We suggest checking out Wavedancer for a Low Isles tour.
9 habitants recommandent
Low Island
Situated just 15km off the coast of Port Douglas, Low Isles is the ideal spot for an inner reef snorkelling adventure.
In case you're worried about crocodiles......crocodiles occasionally visit Low Isles. When that happens, a special sign is placed on the beach so that boats know to stay away. It remains for seven days after the last sighting.
We suggest checking out Wavedancer for a Low Isles tour.
Located just 20 minutes from Port Douglas. Getting to Mossman Gorge for a morning stroll or a day of exploration is easy. Choose from guided tours, or explore on your own.
Take your swimming gear if you feel like a 'cool' dip!
229 habitants recommandent
Mossman Gorge
Located just 20 minutes from Port Douglas. Getting to Mossman Gorge for a morning stroll or a day of exploration is easy. Choose from guided tours, or explore on your own.
Take your swimming gear if you feel like a 'cool' dip!
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway is an iconic experience that takes guests over and through the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Rainforest, home to the oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest on Earth. This takes you from Cairns to Kuranda.
You can choose to cableway it up and train it down, or vice versa!
Our recommendation is to take the train up and the cableway down to reduce wait times on your return leg of the adventure.
284 habitants recommandent
Télécabine de la forêt tropicale Skyrail
6 Skyrail DrSkyrail Rainforest Cableway is an iconic experience that takes guests over and through the World Heritage listed Wet Tropics Rainforest, home to the oldest continually surviving tropical rainforest on Earth. This takes you from Cairns to Kuranda.
You can choose to cableway it up and train it down, or vice versa!
Our recommendation is to take the train up and the cableway down to reduce wait times on your return leg of the adventure.
If fishing is your sport or pass time of choice check out Fishing Port Douglas for various fishing packages and charters.
Fishing Port Douglas
44 Wharf StIf fishing is your sport or pass time of choice check out Fishing Port Douglas for various fishing packages and charters.
Conseils sur la ville
Déplacements
Shuttles
Shuttle buses run frequently from the resort to town and are an inexpensive option. Check with reception on timings.
Ask the driver about a return trip or weekly rate.
They will give you a card to call them when you're ready to return from town.
Déplacements
Car Hire
If you're an independent tourist, car hire is an option. Best hired from Cairns.
Most sightseeing operators offer tour buses that will collect your from the resort. However, please check that before booking tours.
Car hire is not essential if you plan to stay local to Port Douglas and do guided tours.
Car hire is available in Port Douglas if you prefer to hire on a needs basis once you get here.
Que faut-il apporter?
Shorts & Swimmers!
You don't need to pack a lot to come to Port Douglas. Most of the year shorts, t-shirts, summer dresses and an array of swimwear, with cover ups will get you almost anywhere. Don't forget your sunscreen and hat!!
Pool towels are provided in the villa.
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Restaurants
Depending on the time of year, it pays to book restaurants.
Some restaurants will take 'walk ins' if a small group of 4 or less, or if you don't mind dining earlier.
Best advice is to book ahead to save disappointment when you arrive.
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Tours
Same as restaurants, book ahead of time, before arriving to save disappointment.
You can 'wing it' if you're here for a bit and have flexibility.
Voyage avec des enfants
Baby Sitting Service
For professional babysitting and nanny services we suggest Port Douglas based Busy Bees Babysitting Services.