Cairns Night Markets and Food Court

On a trip to Cairns, chances are your days will be filled with adventures outside the city, from diving on the Great Barrier Reef to hiking in the Daintree Rainforest. If that sounds like you, the Cairns Night Markets and Food Court provide the perfect place to shop, eat and even get a massage after a full day of exploring.  The Cairns Night Markets has 130 stalls selling everything from touristy souvenirs and T-shirts to blown glass, local honey and classic Aussie leather hats. An entire aisle of the market is devoted to massage parlors with reasonable prices, which could be a welcome relief after an arduous day adventuring. In front of the night markets is the 200-seat food court—think fresh seafood and a variety of Asian options, everything from sushi and kebabs to Malaysian soups and curries. 

Practical Info

The Cairns Night Markets and Food Court are located on the Esplanade, at the base of the Royal Harbour Hotel. The market is open daily from 5 p.m. to 11 p.m. The food court is open during the day as well, from 10:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.