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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.

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 savor the top-notch restaurants.

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.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your visit to 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.
Things to do

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise

Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Charles Darwin Hotel Deals

Palms City Resort
no access of wifi in cabins no hair dryer in room no tissues in room went to reception was told to use toilet paper
Reviewed on May 12, 2026

The Leea Darwin
Hotel is very good and I got a clean room. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It’s also a good location for tour pickups and is right opposite a Woolworths which is great. It’s also a short walk from Crocosauras Cove which makes it a great location
Reviewed on May 16, 2026

Rydges Darwin Central
From what I can see from previous reviews the check in process has improved, there were helpful staff at desk to help us "self check-in". There is no cafe/ restaurant at this hotel (breakfast is a voucher for the cafe down the road). There are no blankets on the bed only sheets (I know Darwin is ...
Reviewed on May 16, 2026

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
The view from our apartment was outstanding. Room layout good as well. The free breakfast was ok - very basic, but you could upgrade by paying extra. Great location - easy to walk to the Waterfront or to catch the Hop on Hop off bus.
Reviewed on May 11, 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
We will absolutely be staying here again. We were over the moon with the helpfulness of the staff, the cleanliness of the room, the upkeep of the property (including pools) and the gorgeous location.
Reviewed on May 15, 2026

Argus Hotel Darwin
The stay was average. The hotel is actually located away from activities which is inconvenient. The rooms were fairly basically furnished, the cleaning was adequate. The breakfast was pretty basic with topping up of fruit rarely down. The pool was small and not used much. Overall an average ...
Reviewed on May 15, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Charles Darwin

Bayview
Travelers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

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

Woolner
When in Woolner, you can plan a visit to Parap Village Markets and Fannie Bay Race Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

Stuart Park
Though Stuart Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Darwin Entertainment Centre.

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

Darwin City Centre
Darwin City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Smith Street Mall and The Esplanade while you're in town.
