Things to do in Palm Cove in July

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July is a great time to visit Palm Cove. The weather is usually pleasantly warm with a gentle breeze, with temperatures ranging from 65—75°F (18—24°C). There are plenty of events to check out and activities to try in Palm Cove during this time. Some of our top recommendations: go on a guided rainforest walk in nearby Kuranda, go on a snorkeling or diving excursion to the Great Barrier Reef, take a helicopter tour over the Daintree Rainforest, and more!

Palm Cove has plenty to offer for visitors of all ages and interests. In this article, we tell you the top things to see and do for your July trip to Palm Cove. Get inspired by the events, activities, attractions, and experiences unique to July. We’ll let you know where to explore events based on your interests, whether that’s food, culture, art, music, sport or others.

We’ll let you know everything you need to prepare for the weather in Palm Cove in July. Learn about what to wear and pack for your trip, the average temperatures throughout July, temperature changes from morning to evening and much more.

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Best events and things to do in Palm Cove in July

Top experiences in July
Go on a guided rainforest walk in nearby Kuranda
July is a great time to explore the lush rainforest, as the temperatures are mild and the vegetation is vibrant. A knowledgeable guide can lead you through the ancient trees, pointing out unique flora and fauna along the way. You'll learn about the importance of the rainforest ecosystem and gain a deeper appreciation for this natural wonder.
Go on a snorkeling or diving excursion to the Great Barrier Reef
July offers excellent visibility and calm seas, making it an ideal time to explore the world's largest coral reef system. You can marvel at the vibrant marine life, colorful corals, and crystal-clear waters. It's an unforgettable experience that will leave you in awe of the wonders of the underwater world.
Take a helicopter tour over the Daintree Rainforest
July is a great time to see the rainforest from a bird's-eye view, as the foliage is lush and green. You can soar above the canopy, spot cascading waterfalls, and maybe even catch a glimpse of some wildlife. It's a thrilling and unforgettable way to experience the natural beauty of the area.
Take a scenic drive along the Captain Cook Highway
In July, the weather is clear and the coastal views are breathtaking. You can stop at various lookout points to snap photos, stretch your legs, and breathe in the fresh sea air. The drive is a great way to appreciate the natural beauty of the region and make some unforgettable memories.
Book a spa day at one of Palm Cove's luxury resorts
July is the perfect time to indulge in some pampering, and the area is known for its world-class spa facilities. Treat yourself to a massage, facial, or body treatment, and let all your worries melt away. You'll emerge feeling rejuvenated and ready to take on the rest of your vacation.
Take a sunset cruise along the Palm Cove coastline
In July, the weather is perfect for a leisurely boat ride as the sun sets over the Coral Sea. You can sip on a refreshing drink, take in the stunning views, and maybe even spot some marine life. It's a relaxing and romantic way to experience the natural beauty of the area.
Try your hand at fishing off the Palm Cove jetty
July is a prime time for fishing in the area, as the waters are teeming with a variety of fish species. Whether you're an experienced angler or a novice, you can cast your line and see what bites. It's a relaxing and rewarding way to spend a day by the sea.
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Holidays in Palm Cove in July
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There are no holidays in Palm Cove in July

Other notable holidays
  • Royal National Agricultural Show Day Queensland (August 14)
  • King's Birthday (October 7)

Weather in Palm Cove in July

Temperatures on an average day in Palm Cove in July

The average temperature in Palm Cove in July for a typical day ranges from a high of 75°F (24°C) to a low of 65°F (18°C). Some would describe it as pleasantly warm with a gentle breeze.

For comparison, the hottest month in Palm Cove, December, has days with highs of 86°F (30°C) and lows of 75°F (24°C). The coldest month, July has days with highs of 75°F (24°C) and lows of 65°F (18°C). This graph shows how an average day looks like in Palm Cove in July based on historical data.

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Historical temperature average in July
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General weather summary

Pleasantly warm with a gentle breeze
Feels like
16%
Chance of rain
0.083 in
Amount
12.6 mph
Wind speed
79%
Humidity
11.2 hrs
Daylight length
6:45 AM
Sunrise
5:59 PM
Sunset
47%
Cloud cover
T-shirt
What to wear
What to wear in July
With an average high of 75°F (24°C) and a low of 65°F (18°C), it generally feels pleasantly warm with a gentle breeze. With that in mind, most people would dress in something light like your favorite t-shirt
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Best attractions for Palm Cove in July

Besides the array of exciting events and activities Palm Cove has to offer for travelers in July, we want to remind you of the classic attractions in Palm Cove that are great to visit at this time of the year as well! You can’t miss these iconic landmarks, local favorites, and places rich with cultural heritage. We hope to give you insights and inspiration into the best things to see and do to make the most of your visit. Here is a list of our top attractions in Palm Cove for July.
Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
1. Hartley's Crocodile Adventures
4.7
(4992)
Nature & Parks
Zoo
Animal attraction featuring crocodile & reptile shows, guided tours & views of koalas & kangaroos.
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Stopped at Hartley's on our way from Port Douglas to Cairns. So glad that the wet weather held off long enough that day for us to enjoy this wonderful park! Loved the crocodile feeding session - very informative and entertaining, and made us admire crocodiles even more. Great exhibits, lots to see, and the kids got to feed wallabies as well. Was an amazing experience getting up close with a koala, baby crocodile, and a python for some great photos! The cruise was fantastic, where we got to see more crocodile feeding. Very well managed park with great staff. Would love to visit again.
rowena sequeira — Google review
An incredible, must try experience to be able to sit so close to a feeding crocodile. The shows are very entertaining and educational with a great bunch of staff with a good sense of humour. The facility is very large and it is easy to spend hours here. Unfortunately I was too late getting food and missed out on the crocodile tasting - get in before lunch. There was plenty to see and do here and is very hard to get bored. Worth the time and money.
Andrew — Google review
I am not a fan of seeing animals but we decided to still give Hartley a chance. It was completely different as what I expected. Everything was great!! Every animal was cute!!!!! And they have different shows at every hour/ two hour, It make sure you won’t get bored. Knowing more about the story behind also enrich your knowledge. At their cafe you can also try the crocodile bite which was very delicious. It is definitely worth visiting!!!! Highly recommended
Isabella NG — Google review
What an amazing experience. The cruise was incredible & was quite special to be in the lagoon, home to 30 crocodiles. The crocodile attack show was definitely the stand out. The handler was very impressive & I commend the handlers experience, professionalism & showmanship, it was very entertaining. Credit to Hagrid the crocodile too, he was awesome! A great day out & definitely a must visit!
B F — Google review
This is the place to see the crocodiles and lots more! We stopped here for a few hours before adjourning to Mossman Gorge. The talks were informative and interesting. The boat ride is not to be missed!
Zeph — Google review
I had an absolutely fantastic time at Hartley's Crocodile Adventure! The highlight of my visit was undoubtedly the mesmerizing crocodile show. To make the experience even more memorable, my friends and I opted for the Breakfast with Koala package, which turned out to be an excellent choice. The package included a delightful breakfast in the morning, and we were thrilled to have the opportunity to not only pat but also take photos with the adorable koalas. The entire experience was truly enchanting, and I wholeheartedly recommend Hartley's Crocodile Adventure to anyone seeking a thrilling and interactive wildlife encounter.
jialiang shi — Google review
We really enjoyed our day (6 hours) here. There are a lot of things to do and see and it was definitely worth it. The boat tour was pretty disappointing, but other than that everything was great. If you are in the area and have an extra day for something crocodile and animal related, you should stop by.
Kris Allee — Google review
Fabulous day out seeing and learning all about crocodiles, koalas, cassowaries and other Australian wildlife. We started off at 9am where able to feed the cassowaries which was a lot of fun Take your kids to experience what being around crocodiles and other reptiles is like and learning on what to do around wild crocodiles. The staff are very keen to impart knowledge and you get the impression they really like their jobs. Excellent fun for a cheap price, staff were very friendly and you could tell they love to be there. Overall great experience. If you buy a ticket on the day (family pass $112) you can use it for 3 days and there is enough to do here for a few trips.
Whiteboar 1 — Google review
A Cairns must-see attraction! It was great to see all of the wildlife and learn more about these beautiful creatures. Each team member we spoke to across the whole park was knowledgeable and friendly. We arrived right at 8:30am and was allocated the first boat trip at 9:30am. There’s three boats at once, so stand together with your group if you want to get on the same boat. You can also try ethically farmed crocodile at the cafe
Gabi Duke — Google review
Only $43 bucks for an adult! Can't believe the value. The croc feeding and show was great. They had some big boys in there! They also had a variety of other cutters on site, as well. The staff were friendly, very funny and provided great information on all of their animals. There's also a restaurant and cafe on site. It was a much better establishment than expected. I highly recommend visiting 😊 kids will love it.
Glynn Bailey — Google review
Such a great day out for the family, and what a lot to see, learn and experience. We saw well over 50 crocs over our visit and so many other animals and birds. The boat ride was also really cool. The staff are full of knowledge and very friendly.
Christi Lou — Google review
We are locals who have been meaning to visit this popular tourist attraction for ages. So glad we did and can understand why people always say great things about it!! We thought it was tremendous value for money with the shows and also the boat ride. Food options were really good as well and staff all super engaged and friendly. Highly recommend and will definitely be telling our southern visitors to put it on their list!!
Julie Tuppen — Google review
Loved it!!! The salties were great...and they had koalas, emu, wombat, many birds, lizards and more. The shows were fun and entertaining. The crocodile skewers were fantastic. Wide menu range for lunch
Richard Miller — Google review
Visited Hartley's with family and had a great time. Plenty to do throughout the day both in the morning and afternoon as live talks happen pretty much every hour. Really interactive experience with the animals even getting the chance to get up close with animals like the kangaroo, koala and a few others. The food is pretty decent as well so if you're there most of the day there's plenty to choose from. Highly recommend this place for anyone in the area or even staying in Cairns for a few days. Tickets are reasonably priced and well worth it.
Peter Imeli — Google review
Wonderful day out for the family. Even post flood recovery, the park was amazing. The staff is very informative and knowledgeable. Really enjoyed the croc feeding show with the salt water Crocs. Knowledgeable and experienced staff made of a wonderful show even with the flooded presentation area. Very few animals are not seen in the enclosures. Which is great, even with the natural habitat exhibits. Great day out with the family. Will be back again for sure.
Robbi Spong — Google review
Bargain entrance fee of $45 per adult ticket. This includes 3 consecutive days entry and a lagoon boat trip. There's a restaurant and cafe with a gift store close to the entrance/exit. Upon entry, the ticket office will give a map detailing the events of the next few hours so you can plan your visit. I loved the ample shade provided by the trees everywhere. There were plenty of pathways to follow and things to see. I opted to leave after a few hours later and come again the next morning refreshed. The next day, another boat trip on the lagoon. Unexpected and a pleasant surprise. 30 crocodiles in the man made lagoon in a sturdy protected boat was a highlight of our visit. Safe for children and adults alike .
Lavinia Mouton — Google review
So much better than I expected!! They have very informative and fun shows almost every hour so before I knew it, it was closing time! Highly recommended and I think the price is a bargain as there is also a 20 minute boat ride included.
linjing wang — Google review
Thanks so much to the Hartley crew for a fantastic day out on the lagoon. Although it was torrential rain, the sprits were high and we left feeling very satisfied with our visit. A great day out for anyone in Cairns area and looking to see something new and exciting! The crocodile show was run by a great speaker too, so don’t miss that:)
e — Google review
Hartleys was surprisingly better than expected! Very informative shows / tours and lots of different native animals to see! The boat tour being the highlight with the live crocodile feeding! All the staff were very friendly. Overall a great place to visit
VonFokenstuffen — Google review
Loved visiting Hartleys crocodile adventures. I was unfortunately very strapped for time so I didn't get to spend as much time as I would have liked exploring the park. But from the time I did spend here, it was a blast. So much fun and so many awesome animals. I was also able to hold Tangles, the black headed python which was an absolute amazing experience! The staff were also so lovely and helpful and funny. Would love to come back for a longer visit the next time I'm in Cairns
Oceeyy Gray — Google review
Palm Cove Beach
2. Palm Cove Beach
4.7
(2544)
Outdoor Activities
Public beach
Beach backed by an esplanade with palm trees & cafes, popular for swimming & fishing on a jetty.
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Very friendly staff beautiful atmosphere and right beside the pool. There is also a swim up bar for your convenience. Good choices on their menu's for breakfast, lunch and dinner 🍽🥂 If you don't feel like going out of the resort it is a really welcome choice. There are some resident Magpie Geese who are quite friendly unless you get too close to the female who is nesting on around 8 eggs at the moment. Last but not least the gardens are full of beautiful flowers and the pond have good sized Barramundi in them. All in all, a fantastic experience 🤗
Gwen Francis — Google review
Heaven on earth. This is an absolute must visit place/beach in Australia. Beautiful town with great eateries and weather is just amazing. About 20 minutes drive from Cairns, this probably tops my recommendation to stay while you are in north Queensland surpassing Port Douglas and Cairns. For peace lovers from romantic couple to loving family holiday, Palm Cove is just LOVE
priya bhandari — Google review
It’s a really nice and long beach! The palms make it feel like you are in the paradise! And you have plenty of coffees, shops and restaurants just by the beach! There is always something to do! Only issue if you planning to go swimming there is just a limited area to do so, as there is a possibility to find jellyfish and crocodiles depending on the season :/
Juan Marin — Google review
It's a nice place for holiday. Accommodations were just a few steps across the street. Lot of trees on the street side that gives shade from scorching sun. Cool breeze from the shore. We're unlucky though when we were there as swimming spot with net were breached by stingers! We end up shooting photos and videos of the stunning beauty of the beach line.
Noi Gal? — Google review
We were up before the Sun to do the Sunrise Kayak Turtle Tour. Oh wow, this was an amazing experience. The waters were calm and the weather so perfect. Highly recommend doing this, Andy was our guide, and with little experience at kayaking before, we felt safe. I took these photos with my phone, Which I had in the pocket of the life vest, so it was easy to get to.
Carol Mayes — Google review
Great stretch if beach, stinger season has ended and if you feel brave enough to swim you won't care about crocs and bullsharks. Great view of Double Island too. Such a calming place too.
David A Walker — Google review
Such a beautiful beach...Loved it...Felt like u were def on hidays - picturesque beach...
Lucy Tricarico — Google review
I went to Palm Cove on Sunday, and they had the markets going on. Palm cove is beautiful at the best of times, but the markets were great. A good mix of clothing, homewares, and food. It was a great day to walk along the jetty too. Highly recommend. Great Sunday out.
Jaime Thomson — Google review
Beautiful beach. Has a netted off area to swim when stingers are around. Had a lovely swim looking at all the palm tree that line the beach, just gorgeous.
Sharon Bourke — Google review
A picturesque beachside village worth visiting. Unfortunately it was closed for swimming due to stingers. There is a public playground, picnic benches, toilets and plenty of parking. Also lots of eateries to choose from. We brought our own snacks and simply admired this little tropical paradise.
Maria J — Google review
Easy to reach from Cairns with public transport (bus 110). many restaurants and safe beaches
Ele Bertolazzi — Google review
Palm Cove Beach is a truly stunning destination. The beautiful beach stretches along the coastline, offering pristine sands and crystal-clear waters. The vibrant market scene adds to the charm, creating a lively atmosphere where you can immerse yourself in local culture. It's the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a leisurely weekend getaway.
Edward Zony — Google review
I love Palm Cove. Say what you like about being too touristy. Or yuppie ...Palm Cove seems bathed in a magic atmosphere all its own. Maybe go in off or mid season for a calmer experience.
Liz Packwood — Google review
Wonderful place. Great sand and beach. Only the crocodile dangers are discouraging from swimming away from little protected part
Lukasz Mazurczak — Google review
Picnic area with free bbq Beautiful walk Benches Gym First aid vinegar for stingers Plenty of drinking water Pleasant place
Daisy H — Google review
Beautiful beachside tropical tourist destination. Not spoiled by the modernisation like other areas. Very beautiful and shady with palms and original trees. High end accommodation choices, numerous food and drink options. Chemist, fashion, groceries and post office. Stinger enclosure for safe swimming in the beautiful blue Coral Sea.
nick s — Google review
A beautiful narrow sandy beach with a long promenade of hotels, apartments, shops, restaurants and cafes. The beach slopes steeply into the ocean. Open water paddling and swimming is risky due to jelly fish, salt water crocodiles and sharks. There is a supervised netted area provided which is safe. Other facilities include a childrens play area and free to use electric barbecue stations.
surinder cheema — Google review
Surely one of the best beaches across Australia. While there are signs - if you swim between the flags forget about crocodiles, and stingers are not an issue. Fantastic sand for the kids to build their castles, excellent facilities always nearby (toilets, drinking water fountains, showers, tables, BBQs), ample natural shading from trees within 10m from the water edge and plenty of free parking available. Can't fault this beach in any way, for us only wish it was closer as it is quite far to get to from Victoria.
Dmitry Belyakov — Google review

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