The Gardens Travel Guide

Darwin

A sunset over a body of water with several boats.
A park with a paved path, a wooden bench, and large trees.
A lush park with a variety of trees, including a prominent eucalyptus and a large oak tree.
A rural garden with a dirt path, various plants, and trees.
A sunset over a crowded beach with people enjoying the view.

Stay near popular The Gardens attractions

A fire performance with a performer on a tall ladder, surrounded by an audience in an outdoor setting with palm trees and tents.

Mindil Beach

8.8/10 (1,795 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.
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Things to do

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Rp548.951
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully

Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully

Rp205.390
per adult
Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully
Litchfield Waterfalls Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

Rp2.053.897
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

Rp2.925.248
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin

Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin

Rp4.543.470
per adult
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

Rp2.925.248
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
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Top hotels in The Gardens

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT
The price is Rp1.872.660 per night from 27 Nov to 28 Nov
Rp1.872.660
Rp2.059.926 total
27 Nov - 28 Nov
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! (999 reviews)
"Great location, friendly staff, good dining options"

Reviewed on 3 Nov 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade Darwin NT
The price is Rp1.839.500 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
Rp1.839.500
Rp2.023.450 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Rydges Darwin Central

Rydges Darwin Central

4 out of 5
21 Knuckey Street Darwin NT
The price is Rp1.165.862 per night from 24 Nov to 25 Nov
Rp1.165.862
Rp1.282.410 total
24 Nov - 25 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Rydges Darwin Central
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street Darwin NT
The price is Rp1.811.025 per night from 6 Dec to 7 Dec
Rp1.811.025
Rp1.992.127 total
6 Dec - 7 Dec
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. ...
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade Darwin NT
The price is Rp1.660.676 per night from 12 Nov to 13 Nov
Rp1.660.676
Rp1.870.596 total
12 Nov - 13 Nov
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Very helpful and friendly staff. Comfortable and well appointed bungalow. Good breakfast."

Reviewed on 1 Nov 2026

Palms City Resort
Hilton Darwin

Hilton Darwin

5 out of 5
32 Mitchell Street Darwin NT
The price is Rp1.926.634 per night from 20 Nov to 21 Nov
Rp1.926.634
Rp2.119.297 total
20 Nov - 21 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Darwin. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (124 reviews)
"Executive lounge was fantastic"

Reviewed on 31 Oct 2026

Hilton Darwin
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Where to stay in The Gardens

Find the best The Gardens areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A street with a Darwin Waterfront sign, a modern building, and parked cars.

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.

A stone archway and a white building with a curved roof, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

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.

A marina with multiple sailboats docked at wooden piers, a covered walkway, and a building with outdoor seating.

Cullen Bay

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

A nighttime fireworks display over a body of water with a crowd of people watching.

Stuart Park

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

Charles Darwin

If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and World War II Display are top sights worth seeing.

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