Paronella Park: A Dream in the Rainforest
Discover a magical Spanish castle in the heart of the Australian rainforest. Explore ruins, waterfalls, and lush gardens at Paronella Park.
Paronella Park is a historic, heritage-listed park and garden built in the 1930s by José Paronella. Inspired by Spanish architecture, this enchanting destination features castle ruins, lush rainforest, cascading waterfalls, and a unique blend of history and nature.
A brief summary to Paronella Park
- 1671 Innisfail Japoon Rd, Mena Creek, Queensland, 4871, AU
- +61740650000
- Visit website
- Monday 9 am-7:30 pm
- Tuesday 9 am-7:30 pm
- Wednesday 9 am-7:30 pm
- Thursday 9 am-7:30 pm
- Friday 9 am-7:30 pm
- Saturday 9 am-7:30 pm
- Sunday 9 am-7:30 pm
Local tips
- Allow at least 3 hours to fully explore the park's grounds and appreciate its history.
- Take both the day and 'Darkness Falls' tours for different perspectives of the park.
- Bring insect repellent, especially if visiting in the evening.
- Wear comfortable shoes for walking on uneven surfaces.
- Your admission ticket is valid for 24 months, so you can return and explore again.
Getting There
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Driving
Paronella Park is located at 1671 Innisfail Japoon Rd, Mena Creek, approximately 20 minutes south of Innisfail. From Innisfail, head south on the Bruce Highway and turn right onto Boogan Road. Follow the signs to Mena Creek and Paronella Park. Parking is available on-site. There are no known parking fees.
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Taxi
From Innisfail, a taxi to Paronella Park is a convenient option. The distance is approximately 20km, and the ride takes around 20 minutes. Expect to pay around $60 - $80 AUD for the trip.
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Public Transport
While there is no direct public transport to Paronella Park, you can take a train or bus from Cairns to Innisfail. Queensland Rail operates trains from Cairns to Innisfail four times a week, with tickets costing $4 - $324 AUD. Premier Motor Service operates a bus from Cairns to Mourilyan once daily, with tickets costing $24 - $35 AUD. From Innisfail, you can then take a taxi to Paronella Park, which is approximately 20 minutes away and costs $60 - $80 AUD.
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