WORLD’S BEST BEACH*
Nicole Barry
Matthew Pearce
Palm Cove Beach
* As voted by Condé Nast Traveller Magazine
ISSUE – April 2025
PUBLISHER – Australian Tourist Publications (07) 4041 3600
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PALM COVE
If the World’s Best Beach* isn’t enough for you, don’t worry, Palm Cove has much more that its exquisite sandy shores. This quaint little seaside village on the palmfringed shoreline of the Coral Sea ticks all the boxes for today’s traveller. Palm Cove offers a year-round tropical climate, boutique hotels, luxury resorts, awardwinning restaurants, soothing day spas, and two World Heritage-listed natural wonders nearby, and it’s only 25 minutes drive from Cairns Airport!
Palm Cove has been offering visitors laidback luxury since the 1950s and has lost none of her charm. Chic restaurants and swank hotels share the shoreline with magnificent 500-year-old Melaleuca trees and a gorgeous esplanade famous for its “tunnel” of coconut palms.
Kick your shoes off and refresh your body and soul by connecting with yourself and the natural surroundings. Indulge yourself in town with some retail therapy or great fresh food. Take it easy fishing or take a trip. Situated half-way between Cairns and Port Douglas, Palm Cove is a great base to explore tropical north Queensland. The world-famous Great Barrier Reef, the world’s oldest rainforest in the Daintree, and the higher ground of the beautiful Atherton Tablelands are all within easy reach.
The calm waters of Palm Cove make it ideal for water sports. Get wet kayaking, kiteboarding or paddleboarding. Or stay high and dry and explore the network of scenic bike trails for healthy, safe family fun.
Whether it’s your first time or your fiftieth, visit Palm Cove and unwind in this chic coastal resort that has a sleepy seaside village at its heart.
*as voted by Conde Nast Traveller magazine 2024
PALM COVE’S FAMOUS MELALEUCA TREES
• Yirrganydji people used them for medicine, cooking, fire starting, tools, water and shelter.
• Captain Cook’s botanist Joseph Banks accurately estimated them to be 400 years old when visiting in 1770.
• A bounty of $10,000 was placed for each tree damaged during construction of the Ramada Resort in the mid-1980s.
• They are now protected, and strict laws enforce their preservation.
• Their “paper bark” peels in layers to protect the tree from parasitic plants and animals.
Melaleuca trees along the Esplanade
Melaleuca Resort, Palm Cove
Melaleuca Resort in beautiful Palm Cove is the perfect beachfront resort to escape the hustle and bustle, unwind, relax and rejuvenate. Set amongst an award-winning, vibrant and lush tropical garden populated with exotic Australian native birdlife, featuring a lagoon style walk-in pool, Melaleuca Resort is directly opposite the beach.
Melaleuca Resort’s clean and comfortable one-bedroom, fully self-contained apartments feature a relaxing lounge, large balcony with spectacular views of the Coral Sea and gardens. Guests call Melaleuca their second home, returning with friends and family to introduce them to Melaleuca’s old-fashioned hospitality and the beauty of Palm Cove.
HISTORY OF PALM COVE
It is believed that the Yirrganydji Aboriginal people were the sole inhabitants of the Palm Cove region, up to 60,000 years ago, until Captain Cook made a brief stop to replenish his water supply in 1770.
In 1873, the G.E. Dalrymple Northeast Coast Expedition stopped to access a freshwater lagoon and were immediately prevented from doing so by a large group of Yirrganydji men brandishing spears. A
battle ensued and Dalrymple’s men repelled the Aboriginal men with gunfire.
The earliest documented landowner in the area was the Church of England under Archdeacon Campbell who, it is assumed, planted the iconic palm trees that still line the beachfront today. A land purchase from Campbell in 1918 was made by Albert Veivers and family who referred to the area as Double Island or Palm Beach. They attempted to raise livestock on the land, however crocodile attacks on the stock led to the plan being abandoned.
During and immediately after World War II, Palm Cove was used as a training base for the Australian armed forces and, as a result, naval mines were washing up onto the beaches well into the 1950s.
The resultant publicity, and Palm Cove’s beauty, led to an increase in visitors. A Progress Association was then formed, and the name of Palm Cove was chosen, although the name wasn’t officially declared until 1980.
The opening of Cairns International Airport in 1984 helped realise Palm Cove’s potential as a travel destination, leading to the establishment of several international hotels and a boom in visitors.
Today Palm Cove is internationally recognised as a tourism getaway and in 2024 the prestigious Conde Nast Traveller Magazine voted Palm Cove the World’s Best Beach.
Training WWII, Palm Cove Beach
Armed Forces Training base
WANGETTI TRAIL – STAGE 1
Palm Cove to Ellis Beach – 7.8 kms
The opening of Stage 1 of the muchanticipated Wangetti Trail marks an exciting new chapter for hikers and mountain bikers in far north Queensland. Stretching 7.8 kilometres from the Palm Cove Jetty to Ellis Beach, this stunning section is rated as Grade 3, making it suitable for most ages and fitness levels. A one-way journey typically takes around
three hours for walkers and 45 minutes for mountain bike riders.
The Wangetti Trail promises to be one of Australia’s leading adventure-based ecotourism experiences, attracting outdoor enthusiasts from around the globe, especially when the full 94-kilometre track to Port Douglas is complete, which is expected in late 2026.
Wangetti Trail (Palm Cove to Ellis Beach)
Cycling the Wangetti Trail
Hiking the Wangetti Trail
SHOPPING
Shopping in Palm Cove is the way it used to be, no chain stores and friendly, personalised service. Wander along the Palm Cove Esplanade and check out chic boutiques with their unique array of resort wear and accessories. Visit an art gallery, take a Sunday stroll through the markets,
Palm Cove Espalande
Croctique luxury handbags
or take home a creative, high-quality gift or souvenir. Just 15 minutes north of Palm Cove is Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures, home to Croctique’s bespoke range of luxury crocodile leather goods. Leather made from the skin of the saltwater crocodile is the most sought after by highend French and Italian fashion houses. Their skin is renowned for its attractive, symmetrical pattern and no two skins are the same. Croctique’s exceptional handbags, wallets, purses, backpacks and accessories can be purchased in-store or online. All Croctique’s products are handmade in Japan and sustainably sourced from Hartley’s farm, where no wild-caught crocodiles are used.
canvas, are an excellent investment and can be customised to suit your space and framed or rolled for worldwide shipping.
Visit Ian Stephens Fine Art Gallery on the Esplanade, where all paintings are inspired by the pristine, lush environment of tropical north Queensland. Ian is one of Australia’s most established artists, winning multiple Australian and International awards. Ian’s superb originals, created using acrylics on quality
Ian Stephens Fine Art Gallery
Ian Stephens Fine Art Gallery
Sweet Sayang is more than a boutique—it’s a celebration of tropical elegance, heartfelt connection, and timeless style. Founded by Michelle, Sweet Sayang was born from a deep love for Bali, its people, and its craftsmanship and has flourished into
Timeless Tropical Style
Sweet Sayang – Luxurious linens, breezy resort wear, and handcrafted accessories designed for effortless elegance.
Visit our Palm Cove boutique or shop online. Celebrate beauty, and embrace paradise!
a must-visit destination for travellers seeking effortless style with a story.
The collection features flowing Italian linens, soft rayon resort wear, and handcrafted accessories. Visit them in Palm Cove or online to discover
Sweet Sayang
5/123 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove
Phone: 0447 244 458
Opening Hours: Mon: Sat - 10am - 4pm Sun - 10am - 2pm
Sweet Sayang
Sweet Sayang
a collection that’s as vibrant and welcoming as the island spirit that inspires it. Sweet Sayang, where a love story is woven into every stitch.
Just because you’re on holiday doesn’t mean you should compromise on
health, and Botanical Chemist is there to help. Visit their community pharmacy for health advice, a huge range of sun protection products, and all you need for self-care when you’re far from home.
Botanical Chemist Palm Cove Your Trusted Community Pharmacy
Services
Compounded Medicines
Prescription Management
Sun & Skincare Solutions
Health & Wellness Advice
For orders over $50 in the Cairns
Products
Skincare & Sun Care
Beauty & Personal Care
First Aid & Health Essentials
Shop 21/111-117 Williams
Esplanade, Palm Cove
Visit us today & experience personalised pharmacy care.
Call us today (07) 4059 0077 botanicalchemist.com.au palmcove@botanicalchemist.com.au
HAIR & BEAUTY
Kaboo Haircutters and Beauty, a few minutes from Palm Cove in the Clifton Village Shopping Centre, is your onestop shop for hair and beauty services. Their friendly, experienced team welcomes everyone to their spacious and luxurious salon. Offering colours and style cuts for women, men, toddlers, and kids, they’ll have your whole family looking their best!
Kaboo Haircutters and Beauty. Your one-stop hair and beauty services salon. Our friendly, experienced team welcomes everyone in our spacious and luxurious salon. Style cuts and colours for women, men, kids, and toddlers.
We carry Nak, Goldwell and KMS hair care products, Dermalogica skin care products and use the latest GHD styling tools.
Open Tuesday to Saturday (late appointments available Thursday and Saturday) Shop 10 Clifton Village Shopping Centre, Clifton Beach Ph 07 4059 2759 Book online www.kaboohaircutters.com.au
DAY SPAS
Fall in love with the award-winning Palm Cove Retreat Day Spa, voted the Best Day Spa in Australia 2023 and 2024 at the Wedding Industry Awards Australia. Treat yourself to one of their many luxurious treatments.
They also offer a specialist couples’ menu, pregnancy menu and group packages. All their treatments are tailored to your individual needs, leaving you relaxed and destressed, with amazing proven results.
Relax, unwindand be pampered, in beautiful Palm Cove
High-end treatments in a warm and caring environment. With locally hand-crafted Vichy tables, couples retreat and serenity lounge.
• Luxurious spa treatments.
• Body Therapies, Massage, Hot Stones Massage.
• Advanced Anti-Ageing Facials, Organic Facials, Body Scrubs, Body Wraps.
• Specialist Couples’ Menu, Pregnancy Menu and Group Packages.
All tailored to your individual needs, with amazing proven results, leaving you relaxed and de-stressed.
We look forward to seeing you
Mantra Amphora Hotel Reception Locally owned and operated Bookings Essential t 4059 0254
e info@palmcovedayspa.com.au online www.palmcovedayspa.com.au
WELLNESS
Taking care of yourself is just as important on holiday as it is at home. Relaxation, restoration, and self-care should be part of your getaway.
Fortunately, Palm Cove is a sanctuary for wellness enthusiasts, offering a wonderful array of services designed to rejuvenate the mind, body, and spirit.
For a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, Yogio Physio & Yoga Therapy has garnered an unrivalled reputation among both locals and visitors. Founder Sarah Reid has combined her two passions, physiotherapy and yoga, with her belief in the power of healing through movement.
The dedicated team of highly experienced physiotherapists ensures evidence-based treatments through boutique-style, tailor-made sessions. Yogio also offers yoga therapy and yoga and pilates classes to integrate traditional practices with modern therapeutic techniques.
Falun Dafa sessions, offering meditation for mind and body, are held on Saturday mornings at 8.30am on the Esplanade opposite 27 Degrees Cafe. This peaceful practice is a spiritual discipline rooted in Buddhist tradition. Practitioners strive to align their lives
Palm Cove Esplanade
with the principles of Truthfulness, Compassion, and Forbearance, aiming for spiritual growth and improved health. Classes are free of charge and accessible to individuals of all ages.
Beyond its natural wonders and luxury resorts Palm Cove offers relaxation, rejuvenation, and spiritual enrichment, the perfect setting to nourish your body and soul.
Yogio Physio and Yoga Therapy
Yogio Yoga Class
Bowen Therapy is a gentle, handson treatment that promotes deep relaxation and healing. Whether you are suffering from chronic pain, recovering from an injury or seeking stress relief, they offer a holistic approach to wellness.
Bowen Therapy Palm Cove
Oceans Edge Health Club’s professionally trained staff offer premium customer care in a friendly, nonintimidating environment. Casual visitors welcome, whether you need to lose weight, tone up or to enjoy the simple pleasure of exercise.
As a Member or a Casual Visitor, you will enjoy access to a range of facilities:
Relax with a massage
Oceans Edge Health Club
CAIRNS BEACHES
Cairns beaches stretch for more than 26 kilometres, from the city’s north to just south of Palm Cove.
Holloways Beach
Ideal for long strolls along the beach, cooling off in the ocean or enjoying a night out. The finest cocktail bar and restaurant on the beaches is Code Cairns, featuring contemporary cocktails and modern European and Middle Eastern-inspired share plates in an intimate, sexy setting.
Yorkeys Knob
Home to the International Half Moon Bay Marina, nearby Yorkeys Knob Boating Club and one of the most picturesque golf courses in Queensland.
Kewarra Beach
Tucked between rainforest and reef, Kewarra Beach is prized by locals for being quiet, uncrowded and relaxed.
Trinity Beach
Sheltered between two headlands with sprawling ocean views, Trinity offers the holiday trifecta of waterfront accommodation, family-friendly activities and great restaurants.
Clifton Beach
Peaceful stretch of sand that runs all the way to Palm Cove, with excellent swimming and a shady kid’s playground.
Cocktail Bar & Restaurant
Modern Australian and Middle Eastern-inspired share plates. Contemporary cocktails. Premium spirits. Beer on tap.
codecairns.com
@codecairns
Bookings recommended
Cnr Bamboo and Oleander Sts, Holloways Beach (look for the pink umbrellas)
Kewarrra Beach
Skyrail Rainforest Cableway
Kuranda Scenic Railway
Birdworld Kuranda
Kuranda Koala Gardens
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
Rainforestation Nature Park
TOURS & ADVENTURES
It’s tempting to spend your days lounging by the pool, sun baking on the beach or sipping cocktails in a beachside bar during your Palm Cove holiday. But then you would be missing out on all the exciting tours and adventures that the region has to offer.
For the ultimate day trips from Palm Cove book with Tropic Wings’ tours! Get up close and personal with the Kuranda rainforest at the Australian Butterfly Sanctuary and Rainforestation Nature Park. Or take off with Tropic Wings on
Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience
Australian Butterfly Sanctuary
an unforgettable day to the World Heritage-listed Daintree Rainforest, the wilderness of Mossman Gorge and Wildlife Habitat Port Douglas.
Cairns Aquarium is the city’s foremost visitor attraction, allowing guests of all ages a guaranteed interaction with
thousands of fish and aquatic animals, without getting wet! Explore nine tropical ecosystems and 70 exhibits showcasing an underwater world filled with unique and rare species, more than 15,000 fish, reptiles and rays, crustaceans and coral gardens.
Cairns Aquarium Birdworld Kuranda
The rainforest is calling your name and Cairns Adventure Group is ready to take you there. They set out every single day on adventurous journeys of discovery; rafting, tubing, swimming and exploring rainforest landscapes or jet boating, cruising, fishing and wildlife watching in the waters of Trinity Inlet.
Birdworld Kuranda and Kuranda Koala Gardens are two world-class wildlife attractions. Birdworld replicates the natural rainforest habitat for over 350 birds. Enjoy handfeeding and great photo opportunities. Koala Gardens is home to an amazing array of Aussie animals and one of the few places where you can hold a koala for a souvenir photo.
Hartley’s Crocodile Adventures is one of the longest running, most popular tourist attractions in north Queensland and their world-famous Crocodile Attack Show is as popular as ever. Hartley’s is now Advanced Eco Tourism Accredited boasting North Queensland’s most diverse wildlife collection.
Bad Fishy Jet Boating
Kuranda Koala Gardens
Hartley’s Interpretive Centre
Eat, Drink, Relax
RELAX IN OUR CAFE & FULLY LICENSED BAR
Looking for the ultimate adrenaline rush? Or to relax while the kids are at play? We’ve got you sorted! Beginner or a pro, we’ve got everything you need to learn kneeboarding and wakeboarding + an inflatable playground on the water. Fun for all ages!
Kuranda Scenic Railway is one of Australia’s most stunning rail journeys. Travel from Gimuy (Cairns) through the ancient Wet Tropics World Heritage rainforest, Din Din Barron Gorge National Park, to the mountain village of Ngunbay (Kuranda). Enjoy the beautiful scenery through dense rainforest, past towering waterfalls and ravines. The journey from Cairns, Freshwater or Kuranda railway stations takes two hours each way with travel options in Heritage or Gold Class. Enhance your experience with one of our day tour packages.
Cairns Wake Park offers a unique watersport experience to the young and older. Beginner to advanced can have fun and a sense of achievement through a well designed and safe activity. All beginner equipment is provided, ranging from kneeboards to wakeboards, as well as life jacket and helmet. Cairns Aqua Park is Tropical North Queensland’s best value and most fun water park! It is great for kid’s parties, families, friends, and the perfect thing to do when you are on holidays.
AQUA PARK
Cairns Wake Park
Kuranda Scenic Railway
ADVENTURE ACTIVITIES FOR KIDS
HARTLEY’S CROCODILE ADVENTURES
Take a walk through ‘Crocodile Time’ by exploring Hartley’s new Croc Centre. From ancient crocs, through historical events and scientific research, it’s Croctabulous.
CAIRNS ADVENTURE GROUP
Cairns Rainforest Tubing tours are perfect for kids from 5 years old! Enjoy this fun, family activity with small, fast rapids and beautiful scenery!
KURANDA SCENIC RAIL
Enjoy this scenic journey. Travelling across 37 bridges and through 15 handcarved tunnels, reaching heights of up to 328 metres above sea level.
CAIRNS AQUARIUM
The Cairns Aquarium has over 15,000 creatures and is a fully undercover and air-conditioned attraction located in the heart of Cairns.
CAIRNS WAKE PARK
Playful attraction offering wakeboarding, kneeboarding, and waterskiing with an Aqua Park inflatable obstacle course on the water. Fun for the whole family.
RAINFORESTATION
This all-weather attraction is home to the amphibious Army Duck Rainforest Tours, the Pamagirri Aboriginal Experience and the iconic Koala & Wildlife Park.
Lady Douglas River Cruise
ACCOMMODATION
Memorable accommodation makes for an unforgettable travel experience and Palm Cove has the place for you. Palm Cove is a small coastal village and all accommodation is within a short stroll of one of the most picturesque beaches in the world.
The Villas Palm Cove is a self-contained resort nestled within lush tropical gardens, just a 15-minute walk from the stunning Palm Cove Beach. Facilities include a 17-metre saltwater swimming pool or choose a villa with your own swimmimg pool.
Nestled amongst lush tropical greenery and native plants, self-contained 1, 2, 3 & 4 bedroom villas. A private courtyard with lush gardens, creating a peaceful and tropical atmosphere. Most villas also feature their own private pool, perfect for families and couples alike.
The Villas – Palm Cove 24 Warren St, Palm Cove (07) 4059 0900 info@thevillaspalmcove.com.au www.thevillaspalmcove.com.au
Discover Mantra Amphora, Palm Cove
Embrace beachfront bliss with our hotel rooms and apartments. Dive into our central lagoon pool amidst tranquil beach views. Your tropical escape awaits!
Mantra Amphora
49-63 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove
Phone: 07 4059 8100 amphora.res@mantra.com.au mantraamphora.com.au
The Villas Palm Cove Mantra Amphora
Directly opposite the beach, Mantra Amphora is the perfect spot for your next getaway. There is a range of accommodation options to suit everyone from solo travellers to large groups. Relax around the tropical lagoon pool and unwind in paradise. The Reef House Adults Retreat, current winner of the Australian
Tourism Award’s Best Five Star Luxury Accommodation, provides an adultsonly, bespoke, relaxation escape, and personalised service, by the Coral Sea. Enjoy inclusive packages and activities curated for rest, relaxation and rejuvenation dedicated to their house guests, in their boutique hotel and spa.
The Reef House Adults Retreat
Melaleuca Resort
The Reef House Adults Retreat
Melaleuca Resort, right across from the beach, is set amongst an award-winning, lush tropical garden populated with exotic Australian native birdlife and featuring a lagoon-style walk-in pool. Guests see Melaleuca as their second home, returning year after year for its oldfashioned hospitality and, of course, the beauty of Palm Cove.
Peppers Beach Club & Spa
Nestled in the heart of Palm Cove, Peppers Beach Club & Spa offers the perfect blend of luxury and relaxation. Lounge by the iconic lagoon pool, enjoy world-class spa treatments, and take in the stunning beachfront views. Whether it’s a romantic getaway or a well-deserved retreat, paradise awaits.
123 Williams Esplanade,
Palm Cove
Phone: (07) 4059 9200 www.peppers.com.au/beach-club-spa/
Escape to paradise at Peppers Beach Club & Spa, where luxe vibes meet tropical bliss. Lounge by stunning lagoon pools, then indulge in the bold Latin American flavours of their superb in-house restaurant, La Mesa. Enjoy, sun, cocktails in the swim-up pool bar and unforgettable moments–because you deserve the ultimate Palm Cove experience.
Enjoy breathtaking views of the Coral Sea from the Esplanade at La Mesa restaurant, located onsite at Peppers Beach Club and Spa.
La Mesa is a shared dining experience with small traditional dishes inspired by the cultural richness and uniqueness of the Latin American culture.
123 Williams Esplanade
Palm Cove
Phone (07) 4059 9271 www.lamesapalmcove.com.au
Peppers Beach Club & Spa
La Mesa
Amphora Resort Apartments Palm Cove are the perfect place for your next holiday, offering prime beachfront position on the ground floor with beachfront views. The 2-bedroom apartments sleep five and are just a few minutes walk to restaurants, bars, quaint coffee shops and a local supermarket.
Amphora
Resort • Palm Cove Two-Bedroom Apartments
Stay at the 4.5 star, family-friendly Amphora Resort at wonderful Palm Cove in our comfortable and self-contained oceanfront or poolside ground-floor, two-bedroom apartments. Relax beside the award-winning pool after a day exploring the region.
The apartments are on Palm Cove Esplanade, offering a palm tree-lined, sandy, white beach with cool breezes and a charming village atmosphere. They have a large lagoon-style pool and spa, secure on-site parking and beautiful, lush tropical gardens.
49-63 Williams Esplanade, Palm Cove E amphorapalmcove@gmail.com P 0407354542
Queensland’s sun is intense, so staying sun smart is essential. Here are some must-dos on your Palm Cove holiday:
Slip on lightweight, long-sleeved clothing.
Slop on SPF 50+ sunscreen every two hours.
Slap on a wide-brimmed hat.
Seek shade, especially around the middle of the day.
Slide on a pair of sunglasses.
Stay sun smart
Amphora Resort Apartments
WINE, DINE & RELAX
Food and drink are a central part of the travel experience, and Palm Cove delivers. Famous for its innovative culinary scene, Palm Cove does indeed have world-class dining but it also serves up great family-friendly fare, and superb produce for stay-at-home cooks.
The Palm Cove Tavern is all about embracing the laidback North Queensland lifestyle. Kick back and enjoy exceptional food and drink in the sprawling beer garden, including your favourite Aussie classics, with a tropical twist.
Palm Cove Tavern
Palm Cove Tavern
For food lovers who love cooking, Preston Fresh Seafood is a mustvisit. They specialise in all things seafood and have all the essentials to create your own feast or purchase one of their delicious, homemade takeaway meals.
Nothing beats the authentic taste of Il Forno Pizzeria. Enjoy a genuine slice of Italian food and savour the flavours and ingredients refined and
The Largest Seafood Retail Shop in Cairns
developed over centuries in this authentic, licensed pizzeria in the heart of Palm Cove.
Specialty Meats Smithfield, only 12 minutes from Palm Cove, has been providing high-quality service and premium cuts for more than 30 years. They have a superb array, including delicious ready-to-go meals, game meats, home-made beef pies and 100% grass-fed MSA-graded beef.
Freshly shucked oysters
Fresh whole sh and llets
Fresh cooked prawns, bugs and crab
Bread, milk and basic groceries
Open 7 days
Preston Fresh Seafood
A little piece of Italy in the heart of Palm Cove
Il Forno
Specialty Meats Smithfield
Your premier family-owned butcher in tropical north Queensland. They o er a superb array of top-quality meats, tasty ready-to-go meals, home-made beef pies, game meats and all the food you need for the family barbeque, including seasonings and rubs.
Only 12 minutes from Palm Cove, Specialty Meats Smith eld provide premium cuts, including their 100% grass-fed beef, MSA graded for quality. Specialty Meats Smith eld is a go-to destination for discerning food enthusiasts seeking top-notch meats.
Shop 55, Smith eld Shopping Centre, Smith eld
Open Monday-Friday 9am-6pm and Saturday 9am-4pm, Sunday closed. Phone (07) 4038 1341
Rattle n Hum is a bustling bar and grill, where the meals are big, delicious and great value for money! Their vibrant, friendly staff welcome you to relax and enjoy the great atmosphere, whether you’re looking for somewhere to listen to live music, enjoy lunch or dinner, or just chill and have a drink.
Experience a bit of Irish craic in paradise at O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill. Choose from traditional
home-cooked Irish fare, a full grill menu, fresh seafood or pizzas. Enjoy a traditional Irish welcome, warm atmosphere, a delicious and varied menu, and excellent live music in a spectacular beach setting.
Find yourself being carried off to another place, another time, at El Grekos Greek Taverna. Enjoy the unique, relaxed atmosphere and great traditional Greek food amongst swaying palms and sandy beaches.
El Grekos Greek Taverna
Rattle n Hum
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill
WHAT’S ON IN PALM COVE
From lively festivals and exciting entertainment, there’s always something happening in Palm Cove! Whether you’re after live music, family-friendly fun, cultural celebrations or health and wellbeing sessions, Palm Cove’s actionpacked calendar has something for everyone, every day of the week.
MULTICULTURAL FESTIVAL
17-19 October 2025
Plan your tropical getaway around the amazing Advance Palm Cove
Multicultural Festival over three fun-filled days this October. This family-friendly event promises a vibrant celebration of culture, food, and entertainment. Enjoy the longest lunch, dazzling cultural dancers, live music, fireworks and kidfriendly fun with Palm Cove and Skypark as your backdrop!
Advance Palm Cove
MULTICULTUR AL
FESTIVAL
17-19 October 2025
Friday October 17
Palm Cove’s Longest Lunch
• Culinary and cultural celebration at local restaurants
• Multicultural dance performances
• Business networking lunches
Saturday October 18
Williams Esplanade Street Festival
• Music, markets and multicultural performances on the waterfront
• Jumping castles, face painting, and slippery slides
• VIP restaurant seating, with multicultural dance performances
• Spectacular fireworks show
Sunday October 19
Skypark Family Day
• Live music, multicultural dancers and kid-friendly fun in the rainforest at Skypark
MONDAY
Oceans Edge Pool Water Aerobicswith Mel $10 per session 9.15am
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Happy Hours 4–6pm
Rattle n Hum Happy Hours 5–7pm
Palm Cove Tavern Kids eat free
TUESDAY
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Happy Hours 4–6pm, Live Music from 5pm
Palm Cove Tavern Parmy Day
Rattle n Hum Happy Hours 5–7pm
La Mesa $8 Tacos 5.30 – 8.30pm
WEDNESDAY
Oceans Edge Pool Water Aerobicswith Mel $10 per session 9.15am
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Happy Hours 4–6pm
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Mega Raffles (12 Prizes) 5–6 pm
Rattle n Hum Happy Hours 5–7pm
Palm Cove Tavern $20 Steak Night
THURSDAY
Palm Cove Tavern $2 wings 5–7pm, Trivia 6pm
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Happy Hours 4–6pm, Live Music from 5pm
Cairns Surf Club Palm Cove
Membership Draw, Jag the Joker and Raffles from 5pm
Rattle n Hum Happy Hours 5–7pm
FRIDAY
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Happy Hours 4–6pm, Live Music from 7pm
Rattle n Hum Rafflemania 5–6pm and Live Music from 8–11pm
Cairns Surf Club Palm Cove Live Music from 6pm
SATURDAY
Palm Cove Tavern All NRL and AFL games live
Free Falun Dafa Meditation Session
On the foreshore (0pposite 27 Degrees) 8.30am
Rattle n Hum Happy Hours 5–7pm. Live Music from 8–11pm
Cairns Surf Club Palm Cove Live Music from 3pm
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Happy Hours 4–6pm. Karaoke with Rocking Rick from 7 pm
Palm Cove Tavern Live Music from 6pm
SUNDAY
Rattle n Hum Live Music from 3pm. Happy Hours 5–7pm
Palm Cove Tavern Live Music from 3pm. Sunday Roasts. All NRL and AFL matches live
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Live Music from 3pm. Sunday Roasts
Cairns Surf Club Palm Cove Sunday Roasts
La Mesa Sangria Sundays 12–2.30 pm
*The above information was accurate at the time of publication but may be subject to change.
MEGA RAFFLE $500 IN PRIZES
WEDNESDAYS 5–6PM
O’Donnells Irish Bar and Grill Happy Hours 4–6pm
Palm Cove Multicultural
Advance Palm Cove Multicultural Festival
