Darwin Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Mindil Beach which includes a sandy beach and a sunset as well as a large group of people
Mindil Beach which includes a sandy 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

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Where to stay in Darwin

Darwin showing street scenes

Darwin City Centre

4/5(33 area reviews)

Darwin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smith Street Mall or The Esplanade.

Darwin City Centre
Darwin Australia - February 22, 2019: Town Hall Ruins downtown now set in green park under blue sky with white clouds. Couple of standing walls are left.

Palmerston

Palmerston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the larger area, you might add a stop by Howard Springs Nature Park to your list.

Palmerston
Fried veg from Frying Nemo. Some great vegan food.

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Stuart Park

While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stuart Park
Pier at Nightcliff! Spectacular sunsets!!!

Nightcliff

While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and TIO Stadium.

Nightcliff
Cullen Bay Marina yachts in Darwin

Cullen Bay

If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Cullen Bay
Mindil Beach which includes general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views

The Gardens

Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out SKYCITY Casino or Mindil Beach Sunset Market while you're exploring the area.

The Gardens
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade Darwin NT
Fully refundable
The price is 3.017.118 ₫ per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
3.017.118 ₫
3.435.017 ₫ total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Clean room. Nice size, but there was quite a bit of noise at night time - people running around and screaming and shouting.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Palms City Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT
The price is 3.245.568 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
3.245.568 ₫
3.570.125 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The room was basic and not very clean. Linen was good. View from Balcony over looking drive way was terrible, it was so disappointing. Main bed needs a bedside table bith sides. Ammenities and pool was fantastic.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street Darwin NT
The price is 2.509.969 ₫ per night from 13 Mar to 14 Mar
2.509.969 ₫
2.761.059 ₫ total
13 Mar - 14 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
room was ok, pool was closed

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.
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 business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,727 reviews)
Great room with large kitchen including laundry, living room and dining area, plus 2 bedrooms. Our room had a HUGE balcony off of it with dining table. So nice. The rooftop restaurant/bar was awesome! We had some drinks and enjoyed complimenting snacks and the kids loved the massage chairs. Special ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

4.5 out of 5
7 Kitchener Drive Darwin NT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront and The ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,163 reviews)
Hot water was an issue. On my first day, a staff member came to my room and confirmed that

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

3.5 out of 5
146 Dick Ward Drive Coconut Grove NT
Stay at this aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Mindil ...
7.8/10 Good! (515 reviews)
Room had mould very un inviting

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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