Cairns Aboriginal & Maori Art Studio
Listing pending verificationAboriginal & Maori Art
300 m from pier
Cairns Merino Wool Craft Studio
Listing pending verificationMerino Wool Craft
550 m from pier
Cairns Opal & Paua Jewelry Studio
Listing pending verificationOpal & Paua Jewelry
800 m from pier
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Getting around from the pier
On foot
From Cairns Cruise Terminal the central streets are a 10–20 minute walk. Port areas are busy and well policed; the usual care with bags in crowded markets is enough. Note your ship's all-aboard time — it is local port time, not ship time.
Free
Taxi
Licensed taxis queue at the terminal exit and run on the meter — the city centre is normally a 10–20 minute ride. Ride-hailing apps also work here.
Pay in AUD — Tipping is not expected; rounding up for good service is plenty.
Port shuttle
Most ships run a complimentary or low-cost shuttle from the berth to the terminal gate or town centre; check the daily programme for the last return time.
Free or a few AUD return
Money & language
Local currency is AUD. Cards are accepted almost everywhere; many venues are cashless. Carry small notes for market stalls, taxis and craft studios; the nearest ATMs are usually at the terminal gate or on the first shopping street. The main language is English, and English is widely understood around the port. Free Wi-Fi is common in terminal buildings and cafes; an eSIM data plan is the cheapest way to stay online ashore (country dialling code +61 2).
Licensed taxis queue at the terminal exit and run on the meter — the city centre is normally a 10–20 minute ride. Ride-hailing apps also work here. Most ships run a complimentary or low-cost shuttle from the berth to the terminal gate or town centre; check the daily programme for the last return time.