The Gardens Travel Guide
Darwin
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Popular places to visit
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 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
Admire bush orchid displays, spiky palms and local bird species as you explore one of Darwin’s most diverse natural environments.
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Learn the stories behind Aboriginal paintings, local wildlife, regional archaeology and the cyclone that flattened Darwin in this gallery that has free admission.
Mindil Beach Casino & Resort
Why not try your luck with a visit to Mindil Beach Casino & Resort during your visit to Darwin? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's entertainment venues.
SKYCITY Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SKYCITY Casino during your travels in Darwin? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Top hotels in The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Palms City Resort
it was great that we were able to check in after a late flight into Darwin from Singapore.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
The Leea Darwin
The Loft apartments were well maintained and spacious, really great for a family wanting to have meals either out or in, to save money
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Argus Hotel Darwin
My stay at this hotel was great! The room was clean and the staff at the front desk were so friendly. Shout out to the ladies in the breakfast restaurant. They were lovely and the breakfast was plentiful and delicious. The air conditioning and room dehumidifier made sure my stay was so comfortable ...
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Breakfast was good. My only significant complaint about the hotel concerns its deplorable wifi service, which was so bad that I did not use it after trying it. A member of the staff offered an alternative connection that did not work either.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Nightcap at The Cavenagh hotel
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Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens
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.
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.
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 Parap Village Markets and Fannie Bay Race Course.
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.
