R&H Suburb Profile PALM COVE

Palm Cove and the Cairns northern beaches is a community in Far North Queensland, 27km north of Cairns. At the 2006 census, Palm Cove had a population of 1,215.

Palm Cove has become known as one of Australia’s premier spa and wedding destinations and is one of the most popular tourist destinations in the country. The area offers warm tropical water year round and a sandy beach lined with majestic palm trees.

The luxurious paradise of Palm Cove (recently awarded as Australia's Cleanest Beach) has everything from small beachfront cafes to award-winning a la carte dining. Foodies can experience al fresco dining under the stars with beachfront views. Palm Cove offers a variety of activities, with residents (and visitors) enjoying the water and the beach, or taking a stroll along the tree-lined esplanade through the many boutique shops and cafes.

Palm Cove has many shops including opal shops, a post office, internet cafe and beauty salon. There is also a golf course, swimming pools, tennis courts, squash, sailing, fishing, sauna and gym.

There are regular bus services to Cairns.

Palm Cove has several schools and is served by hospitals in nearby Cairns.