Cooktown Tropical North Queensland

Cooktown’s relaxed and natural environment will give you a stress free weekend break, romantic getaway, fishing trip or fun filled family holiday. The road from Cairns is now fully sealed all the way, so Cooktown is accessible via the Mulligan Highway year round.
Aboriginal rock art galleries, colonial history, rainforest and beach walks, the Great Barrier Reef, wilderness National Parks and world class fishing give a diverse range of attractions for visitors.

The drive to the ‘Tip’ – Australia’s northernmost point on the mainland – is a legendary 4WD road trip passing through the timeless Cape York Peninsula. Take your time to immerse yourself in the natural splendour and rich aboriginal culture throughout the Cape and enjoy an unforgettable Queensland experience.

Our must-do list on your visit to Cooktown:
- Sunrise or Sunset atop Grassy Hill
- Fishing on a calm day
- Learning of aboriginal culture at ancient rock art galleries
- Reliving the town's history at the James Cook Museum and Old Bank
- A day trip to nearby waterfalls and swimming holes
- Beach combing along the deserted Walkers Bay
- Walking through the Botanic Gardens to Finch Bay or Cherry Tree Bay
- The June Discovery Festival and September Wallaby Creek Festival
- Catching a local band at The Top Pub
- Doing a 'wharfie' on a Sunday afternoon

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