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Darwin

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George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a garden
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens featuring a garden
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens featuring a park
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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
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
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a waterfall

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.

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory which includes interior views

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.

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

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.

SKYCITY Casino

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.

Mindil Beach Casino & Resort

Things to do

Cathedral Termite Mounds

Litchfield Premium Day Tour, 10 guests only, lunch included

S$231
per adult
Litchfield Premium Day Tour, 10 guests only, lunch included
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

S$139
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Top End Safari Camp

Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour

S$584
per adult
Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour
Includes 1 hour Discover Darwin Harbour Cruise

Darwin Distilled Land and Sea Story Tour

S$124
per adult
Darwin Distilled Land and Sea Story Tour
"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: 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 The Gardens

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is S$254 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
S$254
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
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)
"The staff were very nice and courteous.Had an excellent experience"

Reviewed on 10 Sept, 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 S$213 per night from 22 Sept to 23 Sept
S$213
22 Sept - 23 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 and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,010 reviews)
"Good spot"

Reviewed on 14 Sept, 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is S$135 per night from 10 Oct to 11 Oct
S$135
10 Oct - 11 Oct
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! (1,005 reviews)
"Friendly staff & close to town & waterfront"

Reviewed on 14 Sept, 2025

Palms City Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is S$156 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
S$156
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"I travel to Darwin for work and this is my go-to spot. The pool is lovely. I wish they had chrome cast as I stay in and relax after work, but I still like it."

Reviewed on 12 Sept, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

4 out of 5
1 Sir Norman Brearley Drive, Eaton, NT
The price is S$147 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
S$147
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and Darwin Waterfront ...
7.8/10 Good! (999 reviews)
"Nice environment, good breakfast buffet. Room is a bit of smaller than expected, but clean. Staff are very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 13 Sept, 2025

Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

4 out of 5
81 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is S$145 per night from 1 Oct to 2 Oct
S$145
1 Oct - 2 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful, especially Rio. Great location, good parking facility."

Reviewed on 12 Sept, 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
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Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens

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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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Cullen Bay

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

Cullen Bay
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
Aquascene showing marine life

Larrakeyah

Beaches, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Larrakeyah. Make a stop by Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring.

Larrakeyah
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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
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Fannie Bay

Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fannie Bay

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