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  • Our editors recommend these diverse local experiences.

1. Mossman Gorge ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Mossman Gorge
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2. The Great Barrier Reef ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐

Category: Food & Drink
The Great Barrier Reef
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3. Four Mile Beach

Category: Beaches
Four Mile Beach
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4. Wildlife Habitat

Category: Activities
Wildlife Habitat
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5. Shopping in Port Douglas

Category: Shopping
Shopping in Port Douglas
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6. St. Mary’s by the Sea

St. Mary’s by the Sea
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7. Kuranda

Kuranda
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8. Port Douglas Market

Category: Shopping
Port Douglas Market
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9. Watergate

Watergate
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10. Sassi La Cucina

Sassi La Cucina
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11. Seabean

Seabean
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12. The Mexican

The Mexican
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13. Salsa Bar and Grill

Category: Food & Drink
Salsa Bar and Grill
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14. The Beach Shack

Category: Beaches
The Beach Shack
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15. Nu Nu

Nu Nu
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16. Jimmy Rum’s Mixing Lounge

Category: Food & Drink
Jimmy Rum’s Mixing Lounge
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17. Hemingway’s Brewery

Category: Food & Drink
Hemingway’s Brewery
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18. The Courthouse Hotel

Category: Accommodations
The Courthouse Hotel
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19. Flames of the Forest

Category: Activities
Flames of the Forest
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Summary and Frequenly Asked Questions:

  • Located on the northeast coast of Australia, Port Douglas is a place that is well-known for a couple of reasons.
  • First and foremost, it’s a major destination for people looking to explore the Great Barrier Reef, which is the largest coral system in the entire world and is located just off shore.
  • Port Douglas is also home to Four Mile Beach, which is gorgeous and popular with kite surfers, and Daintree Rainforest, which is home to a lot of diverse wildlife and plenty of hiking and exploration opportunities.
  • Port Douglas has a beautiful tropical climate and is a wonderful destination year-round, though visitors should be aware of the monsoon season from November to April, which is hot and humid.

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