Dreaming of a tropical Port Douglas Christmas? Trade your fir trees for palm trees, pack your bikini and leave the ugly Christmas sweater at home. The festive season in Port Douglas is all about relaxation and good times, hot summer days and refreshing cold beverages.
If you want to know how to celebrate the most wonderful time of the year, here’s your guide to what’s on and what’s open in Port Douglas this Christmas.
The Tin Shed’s Christmas Lunch [sold out]
Gather on the deck for a traditional festive feast overlooking the water. You’ll enjoy a delicious Christmas lunch buffet, highlighting fresh local seafood, paired with a 3-hour house drinks package.
Featuring one of the best views in Port Douglas and a relaxed, friendly vibe, the Tin Shed is an ideal location for a chilled day of Christmas cheer with the whole family.
This event is now sold out. If you’ve missed out, email the team at the Tin Shed early in 2025 to join the ‘expressions of interest’ list for next year’s event. You’ll be prioritised for bookings when they open and you can secure your table for an incredible Christmas on the deck next year.
Time: 11:30am – 2:30pm
Cost: $185 adults / $105 kids
To book: Call 4099 553
Christmas Lunch at Lichi Restaurant
Have yourself a truly delicious Christmas with lunch at Lichi Restaurant. One of Port Douglas’ newer offerings, Lichi has quickly become a favourite for its fabulous fusion cuisine, decadent cocktails and tropical atmosphere. The Lichi team are excited announce their fabulous Xmas lunch event. For just $199 you could be indulging in a three course menu and free-flow two hour drinks package, including imported beers, still and sparkling wine and traditional eggnog. One glance at the menu is enough to make your mouth water, with Crispy Skin Daintree Barramundi, King Prawn Sliders and Vanilla Bean Pannacotta just some of the divine options available to tempt the taste buds.
Bookings are limited so make sure you book via the Lichi website.
Bookings are limited so make sure you book via the Lichi website.
Cost: $199pp / $49 children under 11
To Book: www.lichi.com.au
Pullman Port Douglas Christmas Day Lunch & Christmas Dinner
Join the team at Pullman Sea Temple Resort for a festive feast with all the trimmings in a beautiful beachfront setting. Indulge in a delicious spread of traditional Christmas dishes, seafood buffet and carvery station and enjoy quality time with your loved ones. All complemented by a 3-hour beverage package and a special welcome Christmas cocktail.
Plus, expect a surprise visit all the way from the North Pole!
Time: Lunch 12pm – 4pm / Dinner 6:30pm – 9:30pm
Cost: Adults $219-269 / Teens 13-17 yrs $145-165 / Children 4-12 yrs $79-89 / infants under 4 complimentary
To Book Dinner:
Daintree Ecolodge – Christmas Day Lunch
What could be more perfect than celebrating Christmas in the Daintree Rainforest? The divine Daintree Ecolodge is hosting a festive lunch at Julaymba Restaurant, featuring the best local produce and all the trimmings. You’ll enjoy a 3-course menu in a naturally stunning location overlooking the lagoon. For your plant-based friends and family, vegetarian/vegan options are available on request.
Cost: Adults $95 / Children under 15 $70
To book: Call 07 4098 6100 or email reservations@daintree-ecolodge.com.au
Buffet Christmas Lunch at Oaks Port Douglas Resort
Relax in the the air-conditioned comfort and indulge in a sumptuous Christmas feast. Elastic-waist pants are essential attire for the day because this buffet will be brimming with all your traditional favourites. Think honey and pineapple glazed leg ham, roast turkey with gravy and cranberry jelly, Queensland prawns, Pacific oysters and garlic roasted chat potatoes. Save room for dessert because we guarantee you’ll be going back for seconds and thirds.
The icing on the cake? You could WIN a Christmas hamper on the day!
Time: 12pm – 3pm
Cost: Adults $169pp / Children 8-12yo $59 / Children 7yo & under FREE
To Book: https://bit.ly/4gdmCaH
A Merry Beach Shack Christmas
Enjoy an Italian-inspired Christmas lunch in a casual, fun environment at The Beach Shack. Seafood is the flavour of the day, with the menu boasting half-shell Tasmanian scallops, salmon carpaccio, reef fish and deliciously fresh prawns. Oh, and pasta? You better bet there’s pasta! *chef’s kiss*
Cost: $149pp. Drinks and wine not included. 15% public holiday surcharge applies.
To book: Call the team on (07) 3472 6987 or visit beachshackportdouglas.com.au
Christmas Cheer at Rattle N Hum
For fun, fuss-free and family-friendly festivities, Rattle N Hum ticks all the boxes. The atmosphere is vibrant, the staff are friendly, the meals are delicious, the drinks are cold and it’s great value for money. Did we mention it’s air-conditioned? Say no more. Bookings are recommended.
To book: Call (07) 4099 5641
Chrissy Lunch at Paddy’s Irish Pub
Ever a favourite for good times and chilled vibes, Paddy’s will be open for a special Christmas lunch service. Keep an eye out for their festive menu and get in between 11.30am and 3pm for some epic pub fare.
To book: Email hello@paddys.com.au
What’s Closed on Christmas Day?
Watergate Port Douglas: Closed Christmas Day. Open for the remainder of the holidays.
Hemingway’s Brewery: Closed Christmas Day. Open for the remainder of the holidays.
Salsa Bar & Grill: Closed Christmas Day. Open for Christmas Eve.
Melaleuca: Closed Christmas Day. Open every other day during the holidays.
Nautilus Restaurant: Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Open for Christmas Eve bookings.
La Cucina + Bar: Closed Christmas Day. Open Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.
The Mexican: Closed Chrsitmas Day and Boxing Day. Open for Christmas Eve.
Zinc: Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Open Christmas Eve.
Wrasse & Roe: Closed Christmas Day and Boxing Day.
Jungle Fowl: Closed Chirstmas Day, Christmas Eve and Boxing Day.
Epicurean: Closed Sun 22nd December – Thurs 26th December. Open Christmas Eve 10am-12pm for order collections.
