Welcome to historic Cooktown, and the remote, unspoilt beauty of this stunning part of Tropical North Queensland.

Renowned for its rich Aboriginal culture and pioneering past, this small, friendly coastal town holds a unique place in Australia's history as the site of the country's first European settlement.

Surrounded by one of the country's few remaining wilderness areas, here you can experience the essence of Australia, with rainforest, outback, hilltop savannah, wetlands and stunning dune formations on your doorstep. The Great Barrier Reef, with its spectacular marine life, fringes the pristine waters of the east coast not far from Cooktown.

So let us help you find the perfect Queensland holiday with off the beaten track attractions, accommodation for all budgets, local guides and tours, self-driving routes, vibrant festivals and so much more in your one-stop guide to Cooktown and Cape York Peninsula.

Take your time to explore - the history is just the beginning!