Paronella Park Admission Ticket: Explore Queensland's Lush Rainforest Wonderland
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Mena Creek
Immerse yourself in the lush rainforest wonderland of Paronella Park in Far North Queensland. Explore castles, tunnels, bridges, and secret staircases built by visionary Jose Paronella. Book your admission ticket now!
Duration: 10 hours
Cancellation: 1 day learn more
Highlights
  • Paronella Park - Explore Paronella Park, which is surrounded by beautiful castles, tunnels, bridges, fountains and secret staircases. Hear the stories about the visionary Jose Paronella and the construction of the park. Your entry ticket includes two guided tours, and you also have the opportunity to explore Paronella Park at your leisure on a self-guided botanical walk. Receive a 16 page booklet that contains details of the Park’s flora (88). The trees are also identified throughout the park. During your visit, enjoy a meal at the open air Café on the Deck (at own expense) or bring your own lunch. Allow a minimum of 3-hours for your visit to Paronella Park.

Paronella Park by Day: The Dream Continues Tour

Take a 45-minute guided walk through highlights of the Park. You’ll step back in time with the story of José Paronella’s dreams and vision. Be amazed by the ingenuity and determination of one man with a dream. During the guided walk, you’ll be presented with fantastic photo opportunities. See remarkable architecture and hear unforgettable stories. Departs every 30 minutes from 9.30am until 4.30pm.

Paronella Park by Night: The Darkness Falls Tour

A special way to extend your visit to Paronella Park is to experience the park at night. Included in the admission ticket is the opportunity to see Paronella Park at night to witness the secrets and delights. Take home precious memories of the parks attractions lit up by flood lights, courtesy of the restored hydro electric generator around 6:15pm each night for 1-hour.

What's Included
  • The Dream Continues Guided Tour
  • Botanical Guide
  • The Darkness Falls Guided Tour
What's Not Included
  • Food and drinks
  • Hotel pickup and drop-off
Additional Information

Situated amidst 7,500 verdant trees in the dense rainforest of Far North Queensland, delve into the enigmatic world of Paronella Park - a place marked by castles, tunnels, bridges, fountains, and concealed staircases, all the brainchild of the ambitious Jose Paronella. Immerse yourself in the fruition of a singular vision with a sojourn to Paronella Park, as confirmed by your admission ticket. Take your time to uncover the park’s features and unwind amidst the nature. For a fulfilling visit, allocate at least 3-hours for your exploration journey. This excursion comprises the Dream Continues Guided Tour and Darkness Falls Guided Tour tickets.

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult
  • Paronella Park is wheelchair accessible, however be prepared for uneven surfaces at the sites visited which may be difficult for those with walking disabilities or using a wheelchair
  • Please note that Paronella Park is located near Mena Creek, 12.5 miles (20km) south of Innisfail and 75 miles (120km) south of Cairns
Location
Paronella Park
1671 Japoonvale Rd
Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

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Corinna_e
Jun 5, 2024
Fantastic visit - The history of Paronella Park was amazing to think this was a 14yr old boys dream and he spent his life creating that dream. Our guide Ben was so good. We thoroughly enjoyed our day. To have the current owner greet you when you enter and leave was a nice surprise too. We would highly recommend you visit
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Kazwyongah
May 27, 2024
Great place to visit - This was an amazing place to visit and to hear the true story of how it came about the staff were amazing good value for money as the ticket lasts you for 2 years
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Rozr50
May 26, 2024
Great place to take your interstate visitors. - Loved the tour and then we spent another 2 hours walking around. It was just beautiful. Staff were so friendly and our tour guide Chiara was very well informed. Just a great day out for our Sydney visitors as well.
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Peter_g
May 11, 2024
Incredible - Amazing all round - Our guide was a wonderful addition to the experience - in fact he belongs on the stage - AWESOME. His passion for the story made everything we did and see an experience to not forget. Thank you for sharing this with us - beautiful place steeped in such an amazing history.
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Dann_mandi
May 8, 2024
A vision in the tropics. - Stunning vision from almost 100 years ago. Jose Paronella had a dream and, even though it is not in its original state, the beauty is still easy to imagine. We went on the day and night tours and they are both a must. The falls were in full flow and the light show at night was spectacular. Staying at The Paddock caravan park was well appointed. Cannot recommend this enough.
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Knocker1963
Apr 5, 2024
Paronella part day and night - We did the day tour and went back again for the night tour and light show. It was amazing to hear the story, the storms it has survived and the amount of preservation work that has been done to it for everyone to enjoy. Fun to feed the fish and turtles as well if you have kids.
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U8646hbbarbarab
Apr 2, 2024
excellant - This an amazing place is a must do if your in the area,It was raining which we didnt mind as we had a free range and not to busy
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Juliendorthe
Mar 14, 2024
Thank you KEN! - Really a magical and unique place, with a charm and inspiration. We have spend the night in the powered campground just next to the park, included in the visit ticket, really a great value!!! And the best part was the guided tour with KEN, special mention for him who is so passionate and thankful to share the story of this place. For my girlfriend who is not perfect with English understanding, it was the first time she understood everything because Ken did his job so well. Thanks to you for this. Julien and Amandine, visit of the 11th March at 4.30 pm.
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Robert
Feb 11, 2024
One man’s vision and passion, preserved. - What an amazing story of the passion put into creating a castle and his pulling together of all the favourite places from his travels. Our guides were fountains of knowledge, and it was awesome to see the variety of ideas and creativity one man put into this epic project. You can ignore the ridiculous one star review from January 2024, it was fascinating and inspiring when you hear of what one man went through to achieve this amazing outcome. You’re not coming here to stay in a five star Castle! The pub serves are great meal too, an easy 5 min walk over a swingbridge for some local hospitality.
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Joanneth3581od
Jan 28, 2024
A definite place to visit - Wow, definitely recommend the park but make sure you go on a tour as the park and buildings will make more sense. The night tour was a benefit and added a different element but would love more stories of what would have occurred during the night time with Jose's family. The staff definitely work there because they love it, Megan as a guide was amazing. Have dinner at the pub, the food is excellent and all meals had by our family were enjoyed.
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