Top End
Travel Guide
Visit Top End
Where to stay in Top End
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.
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.
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Darwin Entertainment Centre 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.
Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Marrara Sports Complex.
The Gardens
Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out Mindil Beach Sunset Market or Mindil Beach while you're exploring the area.
Palms City Resort
"Absolutely loved the central.pool and bar and happy hour (!!). Our room type with pur personal space pool was fantastic. Property quiet, clean and very well maintained with lovely gardens and staff helpful and friendly. The breakfast was excellent value for money. We LOVED this property."
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
The Leea Darwin
"The listing mentioned a pool, however the pool is currently under construction. Had this been disclosed prior to booking, we would have chosen to stay somewhere else. The buffet breakfast was also not worth the advertised value of $30. In addition, we had to contact reception to have our rubbish ..."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
"Big clean room , hotel in great location"
Reviewed on 27 May, 2026
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
"Loved the unit had everything I needed. Nice view, great pool and rooftop bar, plus excellent parking."
Reviewed on 26 May, 2026
Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
"The positives. It was close to the event we were in town for. And at least it had free parking. The staff were friendly. The negatives. The area was an undesirable location. Which explains the Fort Knox style car park and security gate to get into the complex. The room it self was ok but the couch ..."
Reviewed on 25 May, 2026
Quest Palmerston
"Everything is so close to the hotel even transport and comfortable rooms"
Reviewed on 21 May, 2026
Popular places to visit
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.
Kakadu National Park
This protected expanse of grassy plains, maroon-coloured cliffs and monsoon rivers offers some of the best hiking, boating, and camping opportunities in Australia.
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.
The Esplanade
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Litchfield National Park
Bring a camera to capture the streaming waterfalls, unique rock formations and clear swimming holes of this dynamic landscape in Australia’s Top End.
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.
