Durack Travel Guide

Darwin

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Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes nightlife, street performance and performance art

Mindil Beach

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

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

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

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

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

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

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Rp540.034
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Sundancer at Sunset

Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

Rp1.862.565
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine
Litchfield Waterfalls Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

Rp1.818.481
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
double decker bus stopping by colorfully lit building in Las Vegas

Las Vegas Night Bus Tour

Rp786.455
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Las Vegas Night Bus Tour
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

Rp329.994
per adult
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Picture 2 for Activity Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

Rp749.435
per adult
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry
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Top hotels in Durack

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is Rp2.617.286 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
Rp2.617.286
Rp2.879.015 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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)
"Beautiful sunsets"

Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp1.669.146 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
Rp1.669.146
Rp1.836.061 total
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,003 reviews)
"All pleasant enough."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

4 out of 5
81 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.398.013 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
Rp1.398.013
Rp1.537.836 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Idk"

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (443 reviews)
"Family weekend away, kids loved the pool and amenities, clean, great atmosphere, entertainment at night by the pool, comfortable and clean."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp1.087.097 per night from 13 Oct to 14 Oct
Rp1.087.097
Rp1.195.807 total
13 Oct - 14 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (620 reviews)
"Location is perfect close to all shopping centers and restaurants"

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Darwin City Hotel
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is Rp1.911.122 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
Rp1.911.122
Rp2.175.894 total
16 Oct - 17 Oct
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! (1,007 reviews)
"Lovely relaxed location in heart of city but with a beachside vibe. Cocktails by the pool was an added bonus. Staff very helpful and bungalow had all we needed. Loose handle attended too straightaway. Would defo stay here again when next in Darwin"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Palms City Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Durack

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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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Howard Springs

You'll enjoy the parks and entertainment venues in Howard Springs. You might want to make time for a stop at Howard Springs Nature Park or Howard Springs Hunting Reserve.

Howard Springs
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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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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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