Location of Palm Cove
Located at Latitude 16°S with a similar climate to famous tropical cities on the same latitude such as Honolulu, Hawai'i and Kingston, Jamaica, Palm Cove is a palm tree-fringed beach overlooking two majestic islands on the horizon. See below for our map of Australia, New Zealand & Indonesia, showing the major cities of Australia proximate to Palm Cove.
Between Cairns and Port Douglas
Almost equidistant between Cairns and Port Douglas, Palm Cove is a perfect Far North Queensland location to base your tropical holiday. Palm Cove is located about 25 minutes’ drive from Cairns, and approximately 30 minutes from Port Douglas.
Getting to Palm Cove
Qantas, Jetstar and Virgin Blue fly directly to Cairns International Airport from all major cities in Australia.
From the airport you can rent a car, take a taxi or get an airport transfer to Palm Cove.
Most people choose to rent a car when visiting Palm Cove.
We have more information about the transportation and transfer options to Palm Cove on our Palm Cove transport page, including detailed driving directions.
If you are planning on visiting this lovely beach, we recommend you peruse the transport page so you can become acquainted with the options available.
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We are happy to assist you with any facet of your Palm Cove holiday, so if you require further information on Palm Cove’s location, please contact us.