Why go
- Town in Queensland, Australia.
- Served by Yalkulka Airport.
History
Port Douglas is a coastal town and locality in the Shire of Douglas, Queensland, Australia, approximately 60 km (37 mi) north of Cairns. In the 2021 census, the locality of Port Douglas had a population of 3,650 people. The town is situated adjacent to two World Heritage areas, the Great Barrier Reef and the Daintree Rainforest.
Restaurants & places to go
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Airports
Where things are
Photographs
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When to go
The warmer, longer-day half of the southern-hemisphere year.
Milder and quieter, with better value.
The southern winter — check local conditions before travelling.
Getting there & around
Getting there. The nearest airport on record is Yalkulka Airport. Check rail and road links from the tourism sources below.
Getting around. Use the map above to orient yourself; nearby hotels, attractions and places to eat are listed from the live Ultimate data for Port Douglas, Queensland. Local transit details will be added as the guide is expanded.