Darwin City Centre Travel Guide

Darwin
Darwin featuring boating, general coastal views and a sunset

Popular places to visit

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Darwin Waterfront

4.5/5(16 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
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The Esplanade

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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

The Esplanade
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Crocosaurus Cove

4/5(3 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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Wave Lagoon

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wave Lagoon, a lovely green space in Warf Precinct. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Wave Lagoon
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Bicentennial Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Take a break from the city and stroll through this calming natural space. Pass harbour views, native flora and sobering war monuments.

Bicentennial Park
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Darwin Deckchair Cinema

4/5(2 reviews)

Watch the sunset from the tropical gardens, grab a meal and a drink, and enjoy a film under the Northern Territory stars.

Darwin Deckchair Cinema

Things to do

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Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

Rp2.353.421
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
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Kakadu National Park, 4WD, 4-6 guests only, Day Trip w/lunch

Rp5.883.553
Per adult
Kakadu National Park, 4WD, 4-6 guests only, Day Trip w/lunch
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3-Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure from Darwin

Rp10.181.104
Per adult
3-Day Kakadu & Litchfield 4WD Camping Adventure from Darwin
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Katherine Gorge & Edith Falls, 4WD, 4-6 Guests from Darwin

Rp5.883.553
Per adult
Katherine Gorge & Edith Falls, 4WD, 4-6 Guests from Darwin
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Half-Day Crocodile & Nature Explorer Tour

Rp1.626.930
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Crocodile & Nature Explorer Tour
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Litchfield & Jumping Crocodile Cruise, 4WD, 6 Max, ex Darwin

Rp3.888.261
Per adult
Litchfield & Jumping Crocodile Cruise, 4WD, 6 Max, ex Darwin
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Top hotels in Darwin City Centre

The Cavenagh
The Cavenagh
3.5 out of 5
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp1.486.198 per night from 13 May to 14 May
Rp1.486.198
per night
13 May - 14 May
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Darwin. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities and a flat-screen TV. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in ...
7.8/10 Good! (833 reviews)
"Great staff. The pool area was great. It is a shame the wifi in the room didn’t work."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

The Cavenagh
Darwin City Hotel
Darwin City Hotel
4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp2.231.632 per night from 3 May to 4 May
Rp2.231.632
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (493 reviews)
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Reviewed on 12 Apr 2024

Darwin City Hotel
Palms City Resort
Palms City Resort
3.5 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
Fully refundable
The price is Rp3.088.202 per night from 15 May to 16 May
Rp3.088.202
per night
15 May - 16 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were outstanding. Amazing customer service, great value breakfast, lovely villa. A bit noisy (our villa was opposite the foreshore) but otherwise great location also."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Palms City Resort
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
4 out of 5
6 Carey Street, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp2.866.238 per night from 5 May to 6 May
Rp2.866.238
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,494 reviews)
"Very easy after hours check in. Staff were always happy to help."

Reviewed on 27 Apr 2024

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp2.403.490 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
Rp2.403.490
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast, WiFi and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very Good! (941 reviews)
"Great, convenient place to stay"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Mantra on the Esplanade
Mantra on the Esplanade
4.5 out of 5
88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp2.451.261 per night from 3 May to 4 May
Rp2.451.261
per night
3 May - 4 May
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy on-site parking, a garden and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The Staff at front desk were very helpful and nice. They went out of their way to assist when we left an important item behind to post to us safely. We really appreciated the effort they went to for us."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Mantra on the Esplanade
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Other neighbourhoods around Darwin City Centre

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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
Darwin featuring boating, general coastal views and a sunset

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
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Cullen Bay

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

Cullen Bay
Aquascene featuring marine life

Larrakeyah

Beaches, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Larrakeyah. Make a stop by Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring.

Larrakeyah
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Woolner

While Woolner may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and Parap Village Markets.

Woolner
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Bayview

Travellers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bayview

Darwin City Centre Travel Guide