Address
Bunda Street
Cairns Railway Station
Cairns
Queensland
4870
Australia
Phone
+61
07
4036 9333
Fax
+61
07
4036 9222
The original Kuranda Scenic Railway is a spectacular journey comprising unsurpassed views of dense rainforest, steep ravines and picturesque waterfalls. This famous railway winds its way on a journey of approximately one hour 45 minutes from Cairns to Kuranda, the village in the rainforest.
The Cairns-Kuranda Railway was constructed between 1882 and 1891 and even today is considered an engineering feat of tremendous magnitude. Hundreds of men were employed to build the 15 hand-made tunnels and 37 bridges that stand as a monument to the pioneers of tropical North Queensland who lost their lives while working on the railway.
Rising from sea level to 328 metres, the journey to Kuranda passes through World Heritage protected tropical rainforest, past beautiful and spectacular waterfalls and into the awesome Barron Gorge. Upon reaching the village of Kuranda a rich assortment of interesting attractions and unique shopping experiences awaits you.
Kuranda Station is world renowned for its tropical gardens and historic significance. It is possibly one of the most photographed railway stations in the world. The heritage-listed buildings blend with the tropical surrounds providing a relaxed environment to enjoy.
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Facilities
- Cafe
- Car park
- Catering
- Coach Parking
- Conference/Convention Facilities
- Access With Assistance for the Disabled
- Access Without Assistance for the Disabled
- Parking for the Disabled
- Telephone for the Disabled
- Toilet facilities for the Disabled
- First aid equipment
- Interpretive Centre
- Interactive Centre
- Public Toilet
- Shaded Area
- Sheltered Area
- Tour Desk
- Viewing Platform
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Experiences
- Rail
- Rainforest