A Guide to Port Douglas

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A Guide to Port Douglas

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Port Douglas is a spectacular one hour drive north of Cairns along one of the most scenic coastal roads in Australia. Port Douglas calls home to some of Tropical North Queensland's most exclusive resorts, award winning restaurants, beautiful galleries and boutique shopping
Visiting 3 breathtaking sites daily from Port Douglas, Calypso will provide you with an experience of a lifetime. Learn about the marine life and eco-systems through our reef interpretive chat on board or take part in a guided snorkelling tour and surround yourself by the rainbow of brilliantly coloured fish and coral.
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Calypso Reef Charters
44 Wharf St
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Visiting 3 breathtaking sites daily from Port Douglas, Calypso will provide you with an experience of a lifetime. Learn about the marine life and eco-systems through our reef interpretive chat on board or take part in a guided snorkelling tour and surround yourself by the rainbow of brilliantly coloured fish and coral.
Take a walk along the stunning Four Mile Beach - yes you guessed it, the beach runs for 4 miles.
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Four Mile Beach Park
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Take a walk along the stunning Four Mile Beach - yes you guessed it, the beach runs for 4 miles.
Port Douglas Markets takes place every Sunday at Anzac Park from around 7:30 am until mid-afternoon. Wandering around under the palm trees, you'll discover 150 stalls featuring fabulous local arts, hand-made crafts, home ware, clothing, organic beauty products, local practitioners, fresh produce, unique jewellery and more
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Port Douglas Thai Massage
9 Grant St
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Port Douglas Markets takes place every Sunday at Anzac Park from around 7:30 am until mid-afternoon. Wandering around under the palm trees, you'll discover 150 stalls featuring fabulous local arts, hand-made crafts, home ware, clothing, organic beauty products, local practitioners, fresh produce, unique jewellery and more
1. Cane Toad Racing The Iron Bar is renowned for the best cane toad races in the country! Totally unique and utterly hilarious, they have been racing cane toads for nearly 16 years now. Tickets to get in cost about $5 each and can be bought as you go in (show starts at 8pm) or purchased earlier in the day, which is the best option during peak times. There are usually 2 races - the first is a random draw of the entry tickets. If your number is called you are then assigned a toad. Runners include Fat Bastard, Gay Freddie, Pigeon Toad, Shagging Camel Toad, Aussie, Aussie, Aussie and all time favourite Jerry Springer. A quick kiss of the toad for luck and then the fun begins. As the toads are released encouragement is needed, so this is a great opportunity for the whole crowd to get involved with cheers and screams. For the second race the Toads are auctioned off. If you miss out in the first round, make sure you bid and buy one for the second round, and be prepared for lots of laughs
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IronBar Saloon, Restaurant and Gaming Lounge Port Douglas
5 Macrossan St
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1. Cane Toad Racing The Iron Bar is renowned for the best cane toad races in the country! Totally unique and utterly hilarious, they have been racing cane toads for nearly 16 years now. Tickets to get in cost about $5 each and can be bought as you go in (show starts at 8pm) or purchased earlier in the day, which is the best option during peak times. There are usually 2 races - the first is a random draw of the entry tickets. If your number is called you are then assigned a toad. Runners include Fat Bastard, Gay Freddie, Pigeon Toad, Shagging Camel Toad, Aussie, Aussie, Aussie and all time favourite Jerry Springer. A quick kiss of the toad for luck and then the fun begins. As the toads are released encouragement is needed, so this is a great opportunity for the whole crowd to get involved with cheers and screams. For the second race the Toads are auctioned off. If you miss out in the first round, make sure you bid and buy one for the second round, and be prepared for lots of laughs
Lady Douglas is a beautiful riverboat that has been taking tours of the Dickson Inlet since 1989. Most Port Douglas locals know this as a gem of a cruise, and many visitors have been coming back for over 25 years! If you're not a hardy sailor then this calm water cruise is an ideal option. taking in the wilderness and scenery of the mangroves, and the coastal and harbour views around the inlet entrance. Lady Douglas has 4 scheduled cruises that depart daily from the Port Douglas Marina. The 1.5hr relaxing cruise travels up the Dickson Inlet in search of wild crocodiles other wildlife in their natural habitat. Enjoy an informative and entertaining commentary by the skipper, accompanied by a cool drink and snacks onboard. The inlet is very calm and sheltered, perfect for those who tend to suffer with sea sickness but want to get out on the water. We highly recommend the sunset cruise too!
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Lady Douglas River Cruise
44 Wharf St
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Lady Douglas is a beautiful riverboat that has been taking tours of the Dickson Inlet since 1989. Most Port Douglas locals know this as a gem of a cruise, and many visitors have been coming back for over 25 years! If you're not a hardy sailor then this calm water cruise is an ideal option. taking in the wilderness and scenery of the mangroves, and the coastal and harbour views around the inlet entrance. Lady Douglas has 4 scheduled cruises that depart daily from the Port Douglas Marina. The 1.5hr relaxing cruise travels up the Dickson Inlet in search of wild crocodiles other wildlife in their natural habitat. Enjoy an informative and entertaining commentary by the skipper, accompanied by a cool drink and snacks onboard. The inlet is very calm and sheltered, perfect for those who tend to suffer with sea sickness but want to get out on the water. We highly recommend the sunset cruise too!
Much loved by both kids and adults, it's a great experience for any age. The breakfast is buffet style with loads of hot/cold food options to chose from and unlimited tea and coffee. The attraction itself is a immersion exhibit, meaning that it is an open environment where guests and animals are free to mingle in a natural setting. So whilst enjoying breakfast you will be entertained as birds fly and roam freely. There are also photo opportunities to hold a parrot or lorikeet. The park has some lovely open space and grounds where you can hand feed the kangaroos and wallabies. The elevated walkways are great for seeing all the birdlife in just about as close to natural surroundings as you can get. Informative free guided tours are available throughout the day, providing a learning experience about pythons, koalas and crocodiles. For a close encounter there is the opportunity to purchase a souvenier photo holding one of these captivating creatures! Locals tip: Don't forget to purchase a $2 bag of roo food, makes great photo opportunities and the ducks love it too
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Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas
Port Douglas Road
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Much loved by both kids and adults, it's a great experience for any age. The breakfast is buffet style with loads of hot/cold food options to chose from and unlimited tea and coffee. The attraction itself is a immersion exhibit, meaning that it is an open environment where guests and animals are free to mingle in a natural setting. So whilst enjoying breakfast you will be entertained as birds fly and roam freely. There are also photo opportunities to hold a parrot or lorikeet. The park has some lovely open space and grounds where you can hand feed the kangaroos and wallabies. The elevated walkways are great for seeing all the birdlife in just about as close to natural surroundings as you can get. Informative free guided tours are available throughout the day, providing a learning experience about pythons, koalas and crocodiles. For a close encounter there is the opportunity to purchase a souvenier photo holding one of these captivating creatures! Locals tip: Don't forget to purchase a $2 bag of roo food, makes great photo opportunities and the ducks love it too
The Bally Hooley Steam Railway is a small passenger train that operates between the Marina Mirage, Sheraton Country Club and St.Crispins Station. This gorgeous little steam train was originally owned and operated by the Mossman Sugar Mill, used for hauling sugar cane from the fields to the region's mill. Today the railway is operated by a dedicated small group of passionate volunteers. Running every Sunday, the journey takes a bit under one hour for the return trip from the Marina Mirage Station. Tickets can be purchased on the train, and all moneys collected go towards the cost of coal, insurance and maintenance. St.Crispins Station is the final stop where everyone hops off and has the opportunity to watch the drivers push the engine around on a large historic turntable, to reconnect with the train for the return journey. St. Crispins is located right alongside a tidal lake and sometimes a couple of resident crocodiles can be seen. Locals Tip: This is great little trip to do with the kids. Operating on a Sunday which is also the day the markets are on, so it makes for a good day out
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Bally Hooley Steam Railway
Wharf Street
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The Bally Hooley Steam Railway is a small passenger train that operates between the Marina Mirage, Sheraton Country Club and St.Crispins Station. This gorgeous little steam train was originally owned and operated by the Mossman Sugar Mill, used for hauling sugar cane from the fields to the region's mill. Today the railway is operated by a dedicated small group of passionate volunteers. Running every Sunday, the journey takes a bit under one hour for the return trip from the Marina Mirage Station. Tickets can be purchased on the train, and all moneys collected go towards the cost of coal, insurance and maintenance. St.Crispins Station is the final stop where everyone hops off and has the opportunity to watch the drivers push the engine around on a large historic turntable, to reconnect with the train for the return journey. St. Crispins is located right alongside a tidal lake and sometimes a couple of resident crocodiles can be seen. Locals Tip: This is great little trip to do with the kids. Operating on a Sunday which is also the day the markets are on, so it makes for a good day out

Seabean’s tapas bar is open from 3pm daily and from 12pm on Fri, Sat & Sun. Come along and sample some of our contemporary Spanish dishes, along with a beer, wine and of course carafes of sangria. Located on our own relaxed corner of Wharf and Warner street where you can sit back and enjoy stunning views ,watch the sun go down behind the mountains as the boats sail home whilst sharing plates of sumptuous tapas . With the help of our friendly staff, enjoy a Spanish tapas banquet of your choice or choose from our selection of paellas. Embrace the continental way of sharing the occasion with friends and loved ones. Still the home of our famous crema catalana, served in the ½ nut. We are vegetarian and gluten free friendly. Call 4099 5558 and see you at seabean! Seabean Gallery Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday from 3pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm (open lunch and dinner)
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Seabean Tapas Bar Restaurant
28 Wharf St
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Seabean’s tapas bar is open from 3pm daily and from 12pm on Fri, Sat & Sun. Come along and sample some of our contemporary Spanish dishes, along with a beer, wine and of course carafes of sangria. Located on our own relaxed corner of Wharf and Warner street where you can sit back and enjoy stunning views ,watch the sun go down behind the mountains as the boats sail home whilst sharing plates of sumptuous tapas . With the help of our friendly staff, enjoy a Spanish tapas banquet of your choice or choose from our selection of paellas. Embrace the continental way of sharing the occasion with friends and loved ones. Still the home of our famous crema catalana, served in the ½ nut. We are vegetarian and gluten free friendly. Call 4099 5558 and see you at seabean! Seabean Gallery Opening Hours: Monday to Thursday from 3pm Friday, Saturday and Sunday from 12pm (open lunch and dinner)
The Watergate Restaurant & Lounge Bar is located in the heart of Port Douglas, at the corner of Grant and Macrossan Street behind the Rotary Park. Enter down the flame lit path from Macrossan Street. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining. Watergate's cuisine is Modern Australian. The chef's source fresh, seasonal produce to prepare innovative dishes, that reflect contemporary trends in Australian cooking. Opening hours : Open for lunch from Midday, and dinner from 5:30pm, 7 days Watergate also has a well appointed bar, ideal for a cocktail as the sun sets, or maybe a light meal from the lounge menu with a bottle of wine. Our lounge menu available available through the day until late. Watergate is also available for a pre-dinner drink, or desserts and coffee at the end of the night.
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Watergate Port Douglas
31 Macrossan St
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The Watergate Restaurant & Lounge Bar is located in the heart of Port Douglas, at the corner of Grant and Macrossan Street behind the Rotary Park. Enter down the flame lit path from Macrossan Street. The restaurant offers both indoor and outdoor dining. Watergate's cuisine is Modern Australian. The chef's source fresh, seasonal produce to prepare innovative dishes, that reflect contemporary trends in Australian cooking. Opening hours : Open for lunch from Midday, and dinner from 5:30pm, 7 days Watergate also has a well appointed bar, ideal for a cocktail as the sun sets, or maybe a light meal from the lounge menu with a bottle of wine. Our lounge menu available available through the day until late. Watergate is also available for a pre-dinner drink, or desserts and coffee at the end of the night.
Welcome to Port Douglas’ best kept dining secret... Hi Tide Cafe-Bar-Restaurant - the Peninsula Boutique Hotel’s 60 seater oceanfront restaurant located, on the Esplanade in Port Douglas is the only licensed restaurant in Port Douglas that overlooks the Four Mile Beach. Hi Tide captures the gentle ocean breezes and offers an array of dining options. Its casual, open and modern setting is perfect to eat, drink and relax in our enviable tropical climate. We believe we have done justice to the freshest, tropical produce from the sea and land that we have right on our doorstep in North Queensland by showcasing these ingredients through our seasonal menus. Our breakfast, lunch and dinner menus have a wide array of favourites and cutting edge trends in Australian cuisine. These menus combined with the stunning ocean views and friendly service will ensure that your dining experience with us is a memorable one
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Hi Tide Café- Bar- Restaurant
9 Esplanade
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Welcome to Port Douglas’ best kept dining secret... Hi Tide Cafe-Bar-Restaurant - the Peninsula Boutique Hotel’s 60 seater oceanfront restaurant located, on the Esplanade in Port Douglas is the only licensed restaurant in Port Douglas that overlooks the Four Mile Beach. Hi Tide captures the gentle ocean breezes and offers an array of dining options. Its casual, open and modern setting is perfect to eat, drink and relax in our enviable tropical climate. We believe we have done justice to the freshest, tropical produce from the sea and land that we have right on our doorstep in North Queensland by showcasing these ingredients through our seasonal menus. Our breakfast, lunch and dinner menus have a wide array of favourites and cutting edge trends in Australian cuisine. These menus combined with the stunning ocean views and friendly service will ensure that your dining experience with us is a memorable one
On The Inlet is a beloved iconic seafood restaurant + bar located in the vibrant beachside village of Port Douglas 2018 saw the rebirth of this timeless local favourite, with relocation to the heart of Port Douglas’ Eat Street. On The Inlet consistently delivers the iconic seafood adventure, with an innovative menu that respects enduring favourites while surprising and inspiring with its' creative spin on Australian cuisine. The experience is perfected by the delivery of genuine service, an award winning curation of wines, the lively cosmopolitan vibe and extraordinary panoramic views over the Coral Sea.
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On the Inlet
18-20 Wharf St
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On The Inlet is a beloved iconic seafood restaurant + bar located in the vibrant beachside village of Port Douglas 2018 saw the rebirth of this timeless local favourite, with relocation to the heart of Port Douglas’ Eat Street. On The Inlet consistently delivers the iconic seafood adventure, with an innovative menu that respects enduring favourites while surprising and inspiring with its' creative spin on Australian cuisine. The experience is perfected by the delivery of genuine service, an award winning curation of wines, the lively cosmopolitan vibe and extraordinary panoramic views over the Coral Sea.
The Shack's got your back in the chilled style at Four Mile! The Shack's got your back for dinner, drinks, tapas, take away pizza and home delivery! A Port Douglas local favourite, "The Shack" is a truly tropical Port Douglas dining experience with an awesome mix of funky ambience and laid back Queensland style. An eclectic mix of sandy floor, quirky decor, pool table and a chill out bar with comfy couches, "The Shack" offers a delicious restaurant menu or more relaxed pizza bar menu. Come in for a beer and a pizza or a bubbles and tapas - it's what the locals do!
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The Beach Shack Restaurant Port Douglas
29 Barrier St
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The Shack's got your back in the chilled style at Four Mile! The Shack's got your back for dinner, drinks, tapas, take away pizza and home delivery! A Port Douglas local favourite, "The Shack" is a truly tropical Port Douglas dining experience with an awesome mix of funky ambience and laid back Queensland style. An eclectic mix of sandy floor, quirky decor, pool table and a chill out bar with comfy couches, "The Shack" offers a delicious restaurant menu or more relaxed pizza bar menu. Come in for a beer and a pizza or a bubbles and tapas - it's what the locals do!
WELCOME TO bel cibo Located in the Heart of Macrossan Street. Alfresco Dining on the Mezzanine level of the Saltwater Building. bel cibo offers Fresh Local Seafood, Handmade Pastas, Hot Stone Pizzas with Tableland Meats also. Our Wine list is an extensive list of Australian, New Zealand & Italian wines. Indulge yourself with our Friendly Service today.
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bel cibo
26-30 Macrossan St
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WELCOME TO bel cibo Located in the Heart of Macrossan Street. Alfresco Dining on the Mezzanine level of the Saltwater Building. bel cibo offers Fresh Local Seafood, Handmade Pastas, Hot Stone Pizzas with Tableland Meats also. Our Wine list is an extensive list of Australian, New Zealand & Italian wines. Indulge yourself with our Friendly Service today.
Hello Foody! We have travelled countless miles and sailed through storms to find out where is the best and freshest food in the world. Ultimately, we have brought them to our restaurant to let you enjoy this timeless treasure.
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Chilly's Pizza & Trattoria
2 Mowbray St
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Hello Foody! We have travelled countless miles and sailed through storms to find out where is the best and freshest food in the world. Ultimately, we have brought them to our restaurant to let you enjoy this timeless treasure.