Howard Springs Travel Guide

Darwin

Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes nightlife, street performance and performance art

Mindil Beach

4/5(8 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 which includes swimming as well as a large group of people

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
Darwin featuring food

The Esplanade

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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.

The Esplanade
Cullen Bay Marina

Cullen Bay Marina

4/5(9 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

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Crocosaurus Cove

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

Things to do

MXGP of Australia

MXGP of Australia

Rp1.989.331
per adult
MXGP of Australia
Darwin: Evening tour to Fogg Dam Wetlands and Humpty Doo Hotel

Darwin: Evening tour to Fogg Dam Wetlands and Humpty Doo Hotel

Rp1.700.557
per adult
Darwin: Evening tour to Fogg Dam Wetlands and Humpty Doo Hotel
Top End Safari Camp

Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour

Rp7.433.253
per adult
Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour
Well-behaved horses and experienced guides who truly know their stuff

Horse Riding Adventure in the Outback

Rp4.598.991
per adult
Horse Riding Adventure in the Outback
Private Day Tour of Kadaku by Local Expert Guide

Private Day Tour Kakadu

Rp32.085.982
per adult
Private Day Tour Kakadu
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Rp524.071
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Howard Springs

BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park

BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park

2.5 out of 5
170 Whitewood Road, Howard Springs, NT
Stay at this spa holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Howard Springs Nature Park and Howard Springs ...
8/10 Very Good! (148 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay, everything was very tidy and fun for grandchildren. The ants were our only issue!"

Reviewed on 18 Jul 2025

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BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is Rp1.910.786 per night from 5 Sept to 6 Sept
Rp1.910.786
Rp1.910.786 total
5 Sept - 6 Sept
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 Crocodylus ...
8/10 Very Good! (432 reviews)
"Found the male manager to be very rude But the young lad Lachlan was very polite and gave us great service"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp2.295.238 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp2.295.238
Rp2.613.171 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great gardens. My door key would not open the Herbert St pedestrian gate, which meant I had to walk around the corner and come in the front. And there was no attempt by staff to rectify the situation. Very disappointing for a resort hotel of this quality."

Reviewed on 5 Aug 2025

Palms City Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
Stay at this 4-star 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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Staff were amazing at all times, made our stay very welcoming and we will be back."

Reviewed on 6 Aug 2025

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Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Rydges Darwin Central

Rydges Darwin Central

4 out of 5
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp2.302.966 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
Rp2.302.966
Rp2.533.263 total
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Good location, clean amenities and great staff"

Reviewed on 30 Jul 2025

Rydges Darwin Central
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp3.178.160 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
Rp3.178.160
Rp3.495.987 total
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The views were amazing"

Reviewed on 3 Aug 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Howard Springs

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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
Crocodylus Park which includes zoo animals, dangerous animals and general coastal views

Knuckey Lagoon

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

Knuckey Lagoon
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Berrimah

Restaurants and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Berrimah. A stop by Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Berrimah
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Hidden Valley

Travellers like the parks in Hidden Valley, and Hidden Valley Raceway is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hidden Valley
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Eaton

You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, TIO Stadium and Marrara Sports Complex are just a few notable stops.

Eaton
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Charles Darwin

If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Charles Darwin

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