The Gardens Travel Guide
Darwin
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Popular places to visit
Mindil Beach
Why not spend a care-free afternoon at Mindil Beach during your travels in Darwin? Discover the restaurants and its entertainment venues while you're in the area.
Mindil Beach Sunset Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens is just one of the places to see in Darwin, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory during your trip to Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Darwin Waterfront
Explore the great outdoors at Darwin Waterfront, a lovely green space in Warf Precinct. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
The Esplanade
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Great venue, great service and amazing staff
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Argus Hotel Darwin
Service was excellent. Staffs were professional and friendly. One of the best hotel in Australia that I have stayed.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Darwin City Hotel
The room was very clean and modern, as was the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was in an excellent central location.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Great stay as usual, friendly staff, clean rooms and chilled vibes by the pool - great way to start to the new year - thank you!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Good breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Palms City Resort
Friendly staff and convenience
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Darwin Entertainment Centre are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cullen Bay
If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Darwin City Centre
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.
Larrakeyah
Beaches, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Larrakeyah. Make a stop by Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
Fannie Bay
Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.
