Charles Darwin

Darwin

Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach featuring performance art, night scenes and street performance

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 showing 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

S$41
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

S$34
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Picture 2 for Activity Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

S$57
per adult
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

S$164
per traveller
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove
Darwin to Kakadu Day Trip by Air Including Yellow Water Cruise

Darwin to Kakadu Day Trip by Air Including Yellow Water Cruise

S$757
per adult
Darwin to Kakadu Day Trip by Air Including Yellow Water Cruise
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

S$46
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
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Top hotels in Charles Darwin

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is S$157 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
S$157
1 Sept - 2 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 ...
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 S$233 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
S$233
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, 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 WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Mindil Beach was excellent, great value for money, new pool area was fabulous, old one was nice too. Restaurants were all very very high standard, and never saw a staff member that didn't have a freindly greeting and a smile."

Reviewed on 30 Jul, 2025

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Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Rydges Darwin Central

Rydges Darwin Central

4 out of 5
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT
Fully refundable
The price is S$199 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
S$199
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
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 S$266 per night from 16 Aug to 17 Aug
S$266
16 Aug - 17 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The views were amazing"

Reviewed on 3 Aug, 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
The Cavenagh

The Cavenagh

3.5 out of 5
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT
The price is S$107 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
S$107
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Darwin. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (962 reviews)
"Fabulous position, short walk to waterfront & bus terminal. Venue perhaps a little 'tired' but pool area excellent, Rooms clean & well serviced. Staff amazing, very helpful & courteous, shout out to Joy-Joy receptionist & front of house for accommodation. Good live entertainment. Food good, menu ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jul, 2025

The Cavenagh
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Other neighbourhoods around Charles Darwin

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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
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre featuring an aircraft and aircraft

Winnellie

Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.

Winnellie
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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
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Parap

Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.

Parap
Darwin featuring street scenes

Darwin City Centre

4/5(33 area reviews)

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.

Darwin City Centre
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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

Charles Darwin