 Port Douglas is a tropical paradise nestled between the crystal blue waters of the Great Barrier Reef and the rich green of the World Heritage Listed Daintree rainforest 70 kilometres north of Cairns with its international airport. Port Douglas is a world-renowned holiday destination, where the "Rainforest meets the Reef". With its charming, friendly village atmosphere and cosmopolitan variety of accommodation, hotels, shops, restaurants and cafes, Port Douglas is the ideal holiday retreat that has something for everyone all year round.
Port Douglas, with its extensive range of holiday rental accommodation options, is internationally recognized as one of Australia's major holiday destinations. From 5 star luxury absolute beachfront houses, secluded retreats with spectacular views to the Coral Seas and apartments, to resort villas in a range of locations, there truly is something for everyone.
Securing Port Douglas accommodation brings you the opportunity to explore the wonders of the Great Barrier Reef, the World Heritage listed Daintree rainforest and Cape Tribulation National Parks, the Mossman Gorge, the Atherton Tablelands and outback Queensland.
 The beachfront precinct of Port Douglas offers ultimate convenience, within easy walking distance of the wonderful restaurants and eateries located in and around the Marina Mirage and Macrossan Street.
Bask in the warmth on our famous beaches, bathe in the Coral Sea, take a leisurely stroll along tree lined streets bordered with galleries, boutiques & sidewalk cafes. Plunge into pristine waterhole's after a rainforest walk or select a tour or boat charter amongst the huge variety offered in Port Douglas.
Port Douglas Markets are on every Sunday at Anzac Park from 8am to around 1pm. The markets are a great place to find scores of interesting items. Locals come from all over the Far North to sell their products to inquisitive tourists and locals alike. Here you'll find original arts and crafts, jewellery, pottery, tropical clothing, fruit and vegetables, glassware, books, homemade foods, unique Australian goods, souvenirs and more.
The markets are also a chance to meet the locals, including the artists, street theater performers and buskers.
Port Douglas is a spectacular town, paradise to many but it is the combining a city’s cosmopolitan choice with a village atmosphere. The charm and unique lifestyle that ensue are not to be missed. |
