Title: Visit Top End: Best of Top End Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.ca [Hotels in Top End](https://expedia.ca/Top-End-Hotels.d6052534.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Top End](https://expedia.ca/Top-End-Vacation-Rentals.d6052534.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Top End](https://expedia.ca/Cheap-Flights-To-Top-End.d6052534.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Top End](https://expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Top-End.d6052534.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Top End Car Rentals](https://expedia.ca/Car-Rentals-In-Top-End.d6052534.Car-Rental-Guide)[Top End Vacation Packages](https://expedia.ca/Top-End.d6052534.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Top End ## Travel Guide ![I will never forget #FoggDam, just off the Arnhem Highway, near Darwin - Australia. The amazing thing was that one can drive across the dam wall, seeing beauty in all directions; however, one could only stop in a few designated areas because of the risk of saltwater crocodiles. Well stop we did! I saw an abundance of flora and fauna. The birdlife was amazing, forever impregnated in my vision and not on my little iPhone. Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve lies in the Adelaide and Mary River Floodplains with year round accessibility. There are also some adjacent, designated walking tracks if one has time! For me, I spent my time looking for lillys and bird watching! This photo was taken mid May during a #roadtrip around the Top End of the #NorthernTerritory. #iPhoneonly](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353951/fa32e817-452a-4a2b-874b-92850e70e313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I will never forget #FoggDam, just off the Arnhem Highway, near Darwin - Australia. The amazing thing was that one can drive across the dam wall, seeing beauty in all directions; however, one could only stop in a few designated areas because of the risk of saltwater crocodiles. Well stop we did! I saw an abundance of flora and fauna. The birdlife was amazing, forever impregnated in my vision and not on my little iPhone. Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve lies in the Adelaide and Mary River Floodplains with year round accessibility. There are also some adjacent, designated walking tracks if one has time! For me, I spent my time looking for lillys and bird watching! This photo was taken mid May during a #roadtrip around the Top End of the #NorthernTerritory. #iPhoneonly](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353951/fa32e817-452a-4a2b-874b-92850e70e313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wangi Falls in Litchfield NP. ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354199/6a4ed074-c7ee-45ad-812b-fee48a7075bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![I went to Ubirr to watch the sunset! The first thing to amaze me were the 360degree views at the top of the rocky outcrop, different in each 90degree arc. This view looks west and I was totally blessed. There is some smoke haze on the horizon, from seasonal burning in preparation for the dry season in Kakadu #NationalPark. Ubirr is easily accessible from the nearby township of Jabiru by road, then a walk and easy clamber over rocks to get to the top. The twilight descent was easy with the park ranger nearby! Kakadu is a #UnescoWorldHeritageSite in the Northern Territory of #Australia. #ILoveaSunburntCountry #GoldenHour #RoadTrip #iPhoneonly #hiking Ubirr](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052540/937dc42f-12f1-44e0-a42c-eb6ecda17879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Mataranka Thermal Pool is worth a visit. Such a lovely place.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125078/5a85d8b2-c107-4647-a955-1f28d8a68901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Top End Where to stay Things to do ![](https://forever.travel-assets.com/flex/flexmanager/images/2026/02/06/expedia-sale-2026-desktop-us-ca.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1400&h=600&q=mediumHigh) ## The Annual Vacation Sale Members save up to 40% on hotels and homes. Plan this year’s big trip and save. [Book now](https://expedia.ca/deals?rfrr=DX_SPRING_PROMO_6052534) ### Where to stay in Top End ![Darwin showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965823/39df03ba-b348-4434-94b2-bc33d0488f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Darwin City Centre 4.5/5(26 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Darwin-City-Centre.dx6131318) ![Darwin Australia - February 22, 2019: Town Hall Ruins downtown now set in green park under blue sky with white clouds. Couple of standing walls are left.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131326/b0ebbfae-6d36-4d80-ada4-3fa20460618c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Palmerston Noted for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring all Palmerston has to offer. You won't have to venture far to check out nearby attractions like Howard Springs Nature Park. [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Palmerston.dx6131326) ![Fried veg from Frying Nemo. Some great vegan food. #Trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633975961998/29eddfad-1a44-4700-86c7-ee2da5f9c087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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 SKYCITY Casino. [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Stuart-Park.dx553248633975961998) ![Cullen Bay Marina yachts in Darwin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976400654/0a08cd30-5bcc-410e-ba0c-758df207fae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cullen Bay 3/5(1 area review) While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach. [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Cullen-Bay.dx553248635976400654) ![Pier at Nightcliff! Spectacular sunsets!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181602/f011f90a-e1b8-4073-ab01-955879282cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nightcliff Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and TIO Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Nightcliff.dx181602) ![Mindil Beach which includes general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086861/f2259201-c344-4f5f-9c47-7bbfa7e4ed46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### The Gardens Beaches, restaurants, and casinos are some highlights of The Gardens. Make a stop by SKYCITY Casino or Mindil Beach Sunset Market while you're exploring. [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-The-Gardens.dx6216181) - Top End Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Top End ![Palms City Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2654300/2654225/5eb2a97c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palms City Resort 64 Esplanade Darwin NT Fully refundable CA $133 CA $153 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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! (1,003 reviews) Clean room. Nice size, but there was quite a bit of noise at night time - people running around and screaming and shouting. Reviewed on Feb 28, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=2654225&PinnedHotelID=2654225&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052534) ![Mindil Beach Casino Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43472/1c9a20e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mindil Beach Casino Resort Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT CA $170 CA $186 total Mar 10 - Mar 11 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this 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. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews) The room was basic and not very clean. Linen was good. View from Balcony over looking drive way was terrible, it was so disappointing. Main bed needs a bedside table bith sides. Ammenities and pool was fantastic. Reviewed on Mar 1, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=10%2F03%2F2026&endDate=11%2F03%2F2026&selected=43472&PinnedHotelID=43472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052534) ![Hilton Darwin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/19400/19312/75c251d5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Hilton Darwin 32 Mitchell Street Darwin NT CA $186 CA $205 total Mar 13 - Mar 14 includes taxes & fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Darwin. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews) Enjoyed our stay at the Hilton Staff were amazing Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F03%2F2026&endDate=14%2F03%2F2026&selected=19312&PinnedHotelID=19312&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052534) [See all 737 properties in Top End](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=06%2F03%2F2026&endDate=07%2F03%2F2026®ionId=6052534) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9410000/9405300/9405243/b0be41f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin 6 Carey Street Darwin NT Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,727 reviews) Great room with large kitchen including laundry, living room and dining area, plus 2 bedrooms. Our room had a HUGE balcony off of it with dining table. So nice. The rooftop restaurant/bar was awesome! We had some drinks and enjoyed complimenting snacks and the kids loved the massage chairs. Special ... Reviewed on Mar 2, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Hotels-Ramada-Suites-By-Wyndham-Zen-Quarter-Darwin.h9405243.Hotel-Information) ![Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2393100/2393069/69d32199_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront 7 Kitchener Drive Darwin NT Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,163 reviews) Hot water was an issue. On my first day, a staff member came to my room and confirmed that Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Hotels-Adina-Apartment-Hotel-Darwin-Waterfront.h2393069.Hotel-Information) ![Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2750000/2740500/2740402/a0c7fb46_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments 146 Dick Ward Drive Coconut Grove NT Stay at this aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Mindil ... 7.8/10 Good! (515 reviews) Room had mould very un inviting Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026 [](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Hotels-Coconut-Grove-Holiday-Apartments.h2740402.Hotel-Information) [See all properties in Top End](https://expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience®ionId=6052534&sort=VACATION_RENTAL) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.ca/Darwin-Waterfront-Darwin-City-Centre.d6247958.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kakadu National Park featuring wetlands](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086829/cb49576b-a925-48ae-bb25-9bb8490387ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kakadu National Park 4/5(4 reviews) This protected expanse of grassy plains, maroon-coloured cliffs and monsoon rivers offers some of the best hiking, boating, and camping opportunities in Australia. [](https://expedia.ca/Kakadu-National-Park-Northern-Territory.d6086829.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mindil Beach which includes street performance, nightlife and performance art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086861/7fd12aab-47d8-4fe5-b81c-23ad2e28071c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mindil Beach 4/5(3 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/Mindil-Beach-The-Gardens.d6086861.Vacation-Attraction) ![Darwin showing food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965823/c8fccced-493c-4e52-9172-ae25a62eee6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Esplanade 4/5(14 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.ca/The-Esplanade-Darwin.d553248621526965823.Vacation-Attraction) ![Litchfield National Park which includes a waterfall, landscape views and swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086841/c5c977a8-3ad0-4e16-9f3b-6273611062c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. 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