General News
10 July, 2025
Seaside holiday town has sunsets to die for
PORT Douglas is the No.1 sunset destination in Australia.
A new study by Frameshop names Port Douglas, Kangaroo Point and the Glass House Mountains among the most photographed and searched-for sunset spots in the country
Frameshop photo printing and framing expert Mohamad Hannaway said Port Douglas took the top spot with a staggering 577,000 Instagram posts and 480 Google searches per month, solidifying its status as Australia’s most sought-after sunset viewing destination.
“Trek to Rex Smeal Park for sweeping views over Four Mile Beach or take on the FlagHill Trail at sunrise for the first look at the day,” he said.
“Port Douglas tops the list nationally, so it’s no surprise that it also claims the title of the region’s most iconic skyline.
“Sunsets are one of the most shared travel moments online, and our research shows just how many Australians, and visitors, are chasing the perfect golden hour.”
Tourism Port Douglas and Daintree executive officer Emma Tunnock said it was predictable.
“It’s no surprise Port Douglas has taken the crown,” she said.
“There’s something truly magical about watching the sun sink into the Coral Sea, framed by palms and mountains in the distance.
“From the Daintree Rainforest to palms swaying in Rex Smeal Park, the region around Port Douglas delivers one jaw-dropping skyline after another.
“We like to think the sunsets are just warmer up here – and clearly we’re not the only ones.”
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