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Alternative names: Population: 8.2 thous. (2019)Elevation: 30 ft a.s.l.Coordinates: 16°29'5"S, 145°27'54"E
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Port Douglas Top Attractions

Port Douglas Attractions - What to See and Explore

Port Douglas offers many attractions and places to visit. Here are the most important ones: Port Douglas Court House Museum, St Mary's by the Sea, Port Douglas Wharf, The Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary. Below you will find a complete list of places worth visiting.

  • port douglas court house museum
    Museum • History museum

    Port Douglas Court House Museum

    Port Douglas Court House Museum is a heritage-listed former courthouse and now museum at 25 Wharf Street, Port Douglas, Shire of Douglas, Queensland, Australia. It was designed by the Queensland Colonial Architect's Office and built from 1879 by Thomas Watson. It was formerly known as Port Douglas Court House.

  • st marys by the sea port douglas
    Church

    St Mary's by the Sea

    St Mary's by the Sea is a heritage-listed non-denominational church at Wharf Street, Port Douglas, Shire of Douglas, Queensland, Australia. It was built from 1913 to 1914. It is also known as the former St Mary's Roman Catholic Church. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.

  • port douglas wharf
    Harbor

    Port Douglas Wharf

    Port Douglas Wharf is a heritage-listed wharf at 6 Dixie Street, Port Douglas, Shire of Douglas, Queensland, Australia. It was built in 1904. It was also known as Shipwreck Museum. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 21 October 1992.

  • the rainforest habitat wildlife sanctuary port douglas
    16°31'35"S • 145°27'47"E

    The Rainforest Habitat Wildlife Sanctuary

    Nature and wildlife • Zoo • Park

  • low isles light port douglas
    Lighthouse

    Low Isles Light

    Low Isles Light, also known as Low Islets Light or Low Island Light, is an active lighthouse located on Low Island, a coral cay which together with Woody Island forms the Low Isles group, about 13 kilometres northeast of Port Douglas, Queensland, Australia.

  • fda carstens memorial port douglas
    Memorial

    FDA Carstens Memorial

    FDA Carstens Memorial is a heritage-listed memorial at Macrossan Street, Port Douglas, Shire of Douglas, Queensland, Australia. It was built from 1907 to 1908 by Melrose & Fenwick. It was added to the Queensland Heritage Register on 9 September 2003.

  • ngarru gallery port douglas
    16°28'59"S • 145°27'50"E

    Ngarru Gallery

    Art gallery • Shopping • Museum

  • captain cook highway port douglas
    16°49'7"S • 145°41'48"E

    Captain Cook Highway

    The Captain Cook Highway is a short, regional highway in Queensland which originates in Cairns and terminates in Mossman, where it joins Mossman-Daintree Road, continuing to Daintree.

  • low island port douglas
    Island

    Low Island

    Low Island is an island lying about 25 km north-east of Port Douglas in Trinity Bay, North Queensland. It is around 2 hectares or 0.02 square km in size. It is part of the Low Isles, along with Woody Island, an uninhabited coral and mangrove island. The isles are surrounded by 55 acres of reef.

  • woody island port douglas location map
    Island

    Woody Island

    Woody Island is about 25 km northeast of Port Douglas in Trinity Bay, Far North Queensland, Australia. With the neighbouring Low Island, it comprises the Low Isles.

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Day trips

Port Douglas – popular in the area (distance from the center)

In the vicinity of Port Douglas, it's worth seeing attractions such as: Mossman Gorge (Mossman), Cairns Botanic Gardens (Cairns), Cairns Aquarium (Cairns).

  • mossman gorge7.8 miW
    Natural attraction, Nature and wildlife, Park

    Mossman Gorge, Mossman

    Nestled in the lush tropical rainforest of Daintree National Park, Mossman Gorge is a breathtaking natural wonder that beckons visitors to the town of Mossman, Australia. This serene locale is renowned for its crystal-clear waters cascading over ancient granite...

  • cairns botanic gardens34 milesSE
    Park, Garden

    Cairns Botanic Gardens, Cairns

    Nestled in the tropical city of Cairns, Australia, the Cairns Botanic Gardens is a verdant oasis that offers a serene escape from the hustle and bustle of urban life. This lush park, renowned for its remarkable collection of tropical plants, is a paradise for nature...

  • cairns aquarium36 milesSE
    Zoo

    Cairns Aquarium, Cairns

    Nestled in the tropical city of Cairns, Australia, the Cairns Aquarium is a vibrant gateway to the underwater wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and the Wet Tropics Rainforest. This modern facility, designed to emulate the natural habitats of the region's marine...

  • australian butterfly sanctuary kuranda26 milesSE
    Nature and wildlife, Zoo, Park

    Australian Butterfly Sanctuary, Kuranda

    The Australian Butterfly Sanctuary is a butterfly sanctuary and exhibit situated in the centre of Kuranda, Queensland, Australia.

  • mareeba mosque35 milesS
    Memorial

    Mareeba Mosque, Mareeba

    The Mareeba Mosque, officially known as the Mareeba and District Memorial Mosque, is a mosque located in Mareeba, a rural town in Queensland, Australia.

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Best Time To Visit Port Douglas

Learn when is the best time to travel to Port Douglas weather-wise and what to expect in each season.

Popularity among visitors

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July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in August.

Average temperatures in °F

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The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

Monthly rainfall in inches

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The lowest rainfall is recorded in September. Most of it rains in February.

Length of day in hours

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The length of the day varies only slightly throughout the year. The difference between the longest and the shortest day is 1 hr and 58 min.

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Best Ways to Experience the City

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Food & drink

Cuisine

A guide to some of the best local dishes and drinks that you will meet in the region.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

What are the top attractions to visit in Port Douglas?

The top attractions to visit in Port Douglas are:

What is the best time to visit Port Douglas?

July is the most popular and therefore the most crowded month to visit this location. Many people also choose to visit in August. The air temperature in this location remains at a similar level throughout the year.

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