Darwin

Travel Guide

Mindil Beach showing a beach and a sunset as well as a large group of people
Crocodylus Park which includes bird life
Northern Territory featuring a beach and general coastal views
Mindil Beach which includes general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views
Crocodylus Park featuring dangerous animals, zoo animals and a pond

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Where to stay in Darwin

Darwin showing street scenes

Darwin City Centre

4/5(73 area reviews)

Darwin City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Smith Street Mall and The Esplanade while you're in town.

Darwin City Centre
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Palmerston

Noted for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring all Palmerston has to offer. You won't have to venture far to check out nearby attractions like Howard Springs Nature Park.

Palmerston
Cullen Bay Marina showing a sunset

Cullen Bay

While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach.

Cullen Bay
Pier at Nightcliff! Spectacular sunsets!!!

Nightcliff

Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and Mindil Beach Sunset Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Nightcliff
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Parap

Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.

Parap
Crocodylus Park showing dangerous animals, zoo animals and general coastal views

Knuckey Lagoon

Travelers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Knuckey Lagoon
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is ₩283,590 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
₩283,590
₩311,949 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"The resort was fantastic, pool at your door, generous room sizes. Great Chinese restaurant. The only detraction was the leftover roomservice trays that seemed to stay outside rooms for over a day, reducing the amenity when you've walked past the same tray several times."

Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is ₩210,383 per night from Jul 22 to Jul 23
₩210,383
₩210,383 total
Jul 22 - Jul 23
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation and ...
8/10 Very Good! (430 reviews)
"The cabins were very clean and the camping facilities for caravan era is a tranquil treed areas. Our checking in time was at 2 pm but we couldn’t get in till 3.30 as they were still cleaning and we had to fill in time walking around for 2 hrs. Overall I would be happy to recommend"

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is ₩301,614 per night from Aug 17 to Aug 18
₩301,614
₩331,775 total
Aug 17 - Aug 18
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
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Quest Palmerston

Quest Palmerston

4 out of 5
18 The Boulevard, Palmerston, NT
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Howard Springs Nature Park and Flight ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (256 reviews)
"Good location, amenities all that you need. Service was lovely. $10/day for secure parking was not expected."

Reviewed on Jul 3, 2025

Quest Palmerston
Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

3.5 out of 5
146 Dick Ward Drive, Coconut Grove, NT
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
7.8/10 Good! (498 reviews)
"Awesome location and great view"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

4 out of 5
6 Carey Street, Darwin, NT
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,647 reviews)
"I travelled with my Mum from Melbourne and we loved our stay at the Ramada! Easy check in for a 2am arrival and the rooftop bar with views was a really nice spot to unwind. You could walk easily down to the wharf and we loved watching all the movement down at the fishing docks! Would reccomend"

Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
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Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes street performance, nightlife and performance art

Mindil Beach

4/5(14 reviews)

Explore one of Australia’s best beaches by day or visit by evening to enjoy Asian food, a massage, live music and indigenous crafts at Darwin’s sunset markets.

Mindil Beach
Darwin Waterfront featuring swimming as well as a large group of people

Darwin Waterfront

4.5/5(42 reviews)

Explore Darwin’s scenic waterfront, where you can swim in the wave pool, see turtles up close and dine in restaurants overlooking the sea.

Darwin Waterfront
Darwin showing food

The Esplanade

4.5/5(29 reviews)

During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

The Esplanade
Cullen Bay Marina featuring a coastal town, a sunset and a bay or harbor

Cullen Bay Marina

4.5/5(10 reviews)

Explore the waterfront in Darwin with a trip to Cullen Bay Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Cullen Bay Marina
Mindil Beach Sunset Market showing markets and food

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

4.5/5(10 reviews)

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your visit to Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Crocosaurus Cove showing dangerous animals and zoo animals

Crocosaurus Cove

4.5/5(12 reviews)

This wildlife park offers the chance to admire a number of local species, as well as the safest encounter you can have with a saltwater crocodile.

Crocosaurus Cove

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