Cairns Aquarium

Cairns

A modern aquarium in the city centre that presents the rivers, rainforests and reefs of Tropical North Queensland, from freshwater creeks to the Great Barrier Reef.

How to get there by public transport

Nearest stops

Cairns City bus station, platform 2 #750441240 m Cairns City bus station, platform 1 #750442270 m Lake Street at Cairns Private Hospital #750477360 m Florence Street at Sheridan Street #750487420 m Florence Street at Sheridan Street #750488430 m Lake Street at Cairns Private Hospital #750478450 m

Lines stopping nearby

110 110N 111 113 120 120N 121 123 130 131 131N 133 140 140N 141 142 143 143W 150 150E

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What it is

The aquarium opened in 2017 and follows the path of water from the mountains of the Wet Tropics down to the open ocean. Its tanks hold local fish, rays, sharks, turtles and reef corals, and an oceanarium with a walk-through section shows larger species.

It is a good introduction before a trip to the reef, and a useful indoor alternative on hot or rainy days.

Getting there by bus

The aquarium is about three minutes on foot from Cairns City bus station (platforms 1 and 2), the central stop for routes 110, 111, 113, 120, 121, 123, 130, 131 and others. Lake Street at Cairns Private Hospital, on the same routes, is also close by.

From the northern beaches, route 110 brings you straight into the city centre.

Frequently asked questions

How do I get to Cairns Aquarium by public transport?

The nearest stops are Cairns City bus station, platform 2, Cairns City bus station, platform 1, Lake Street at Cairns Private Hospital. Open any of them to see the lines that stop there, or use the Journey Planner for a route from your location to Cairns Aquarium.

What is the nearest stop to Cairns Aquarium?

Cairns City bus station, platform 2 (stop code 750441), about 240 m from Cairns Aquarium. On the stop page you can see all the lines that stop there and live arrival estimates.

Where is Cairns Aquarium located?

Cairns Aquarium is in Cairns. You can see its exact location and a 3D view at the top of this page.

How do I get to Cairns Aquarium from another part of the city?

Open the Journey Planner, enter your origin (an address or a stop) and Cairns Aquarium as the destination — you will get the best routes with lines, transfers and departure times based on the timetable.