Port Douglas

Things To Do in Port Douglas - Tours & Attractions 

Port Douglas, Queensland is a relaxed beachside town and a great holiday destination to explore the Great Barrier Reef and world heritage rainforests of the Daintree National Park.  Port Douglas is well known with celebrities, along with couples and families as the place to go to for a tropical Queensland holiday.  Port Douglas has that laid back vibe that makes everyone happy and in turn everyone enjoys themselves whilst on their Tropical North Queensland holiday. 

There are so many things to do and things to see with everything within walking distance and guests can partake in a big variety of Port Douglas tours from wherever they are holidaying. Should guests need assistance or recomendations for a particular style of Port Douglas tours they can speak to the locally based team at The Tour Specialists. This travel company has been operating in Port Douglas and Far North Queensland for 19+ years and are known as the go to specialists for all things Port Douglas tours and attractions.

Discover the Best Things to Do in Port Douglas

Relax You Have Arrived in Port Douglas

• If its just a relaxation style of holiday soak up the sunshine on the beautiful Four Mile Beach, enjoy a stroll among the boutique shops, galleries and the popular Port Douglas Sunday Markets.  Play a round of golf, visit Mossman Gorge, relax over drinks at dusk at a boardwalk café, or dine on a delicious dinner with a tropical cocktail at one of the many Port Douglas restaurants.
• Port Douglas is the gateway to the Great Barrier Reef, a natural wonder abundant with incredible biodiversity.  View the colourful coral gardens of every shape and form, home to an abundant array of tropical marine life with a Port Douglas Great Barrier Reef tour. With a wide selection of Port Douglas Reef Tours to suit including non-swimmers, families to snorkellers & scuba divers, scenic flights making the Great Barrier Reef so easily accessible that everyone can experience the Great Barrier Reef.  Discover the range of marine life encounters including diving with sharks, swimming with turtles and during the annual whale migration in winter you can go whale watching and swim with the Dwarf Minke Whales - the only place in the world where you can! 
• Port Douglas is also home to the world class Cyrstalbrook Superyacht Marina, with a selection of luxury Superyacht Charters available to explore the islands and Great Barrier Reef from Port Douglas in superyacht comfort.   Private Charters can be arranged for a range of activities in Port Douglas - including private Boat Charters, Fishing Charters, Rainforest walks and more.
• The World Heritage rainforests are also within easy reach of Port Douglas - easily accessible in a Half Day tour, full day tour or extended overnight tours further north to Cape York.  Enjoy guided Rainforest Walks, 4WD Tours on the Bloomfield Track and a swim at Emmagen Creek, or perhaps a unique Drift Snorkel down the Mossman River amongst the Rainforest.
• The lush green coastal strip of the Daintree Rainforest, Cape Tribulation region to the north of Port Douglas is home to some of the oldest forests in the world and is a treasure trove of rare plant and animal species, discover the unique nature & wildlife.

Cairns to Port Douglas

• Port Douglas is located just 70 kilometres north of Cairns International Airport along the spectacular coastal road - Great Barrier Reef Drive, which takes you past the quiet beachside village of Palm Cove. A range of private transfers, coach transfers and helicopter transfers can be arranged from Cairns.  Car Hire is a popular option for those that wish to self drive, however not neccessary as all the day trips can pick up from your Port Douglas accommodation. With it's relaxed seaside village ambience and vibrant atmosphere of tropical style and sophistication, Port Douglas captures visitors by the heart and has made it a favourite Queesland holiday destination.

Port Douglas Accommodation  

• Port Douglas  Accommodation offers a wide selection of accommodation styles to cater to a range of holiday makers and budgets.  Port Douglas offers a large range of luxury Resorts, rainforest retreats, self-contained holiday Apartments to some budget accommodation.  Port Douglas luxury holiday homes and villas are popular options for families and larger groups travelling together, and offer a private tropical escape.

Port Douglas Restaurants

• Port Douglas boasts a wide range of restaurants and cafes to suit all tastes and culinary desires.  There are over 60 restaurants and cafés in town, offering fresh local seafood, Australian, Mediterranean, Asian and other exotic dishes. Most restaurants are licensed, offering a wide range of Australian and overseas wines.  A number of conveniently located bottle shops allow visitors to purchase their preferred beverages perhaps to enjoy dining within your holiday home, or apartment.. Reservations are highly recommended at all times to avoid disappointment.

Port Douglas Shopping Information

• An amazing choice of retail shops and galleries await your visit to Port Douglas. You can buy anything from a simple locally produced souvenir to famous designer clothing and luxury items.  Local indigenous art and crafts are available alongside labels such as Louis Vuitton, Coogi and Lacoste.  Take your time for some serious shopping, or just stroll and take in the tropical village atmosphere. 
• The Port Douglas Sunday Markets at the northern end of the main street is a must to visit during your stay.  You will be amazed at the number of stalls and the variety of produce available from locally grown tropical fruits to locally produced gifts and souvenirs.  The Port Douglas Sunday Markets are open from 8am to 1:30pm every Sunday.

Other Port Douglas Information

• Port Douglas, boasts a superb tropical climate all year and combined with its charming, friendly, village atmosphere, is the perfect place to “get away from it all”. From Port Douglas, you can explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef and the World Heritage listed rainforest of the Daintree and Cape Tribulation National Parks, the Mossman Gorge, the Atherton Tablelands and outback Queensland. Kate Hudson and Matthew McConaughey spent weeks in Port Douglas during the filming of Fool’s Gold in Port Douglas and many other notables. The area is also the holiday haven to some of our best known celebrities including visitors like Bill Clinton, John Farnham, George Clooney, Rachel Griffith, John Travolta, Mick Jagger and even Harry Potter just to name a few. So when strolling through the village keep an eye out to see if you can spot a famous face.