Charles Darwin

Darwin

Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes street performance, nightlife and night scenes

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 which includes 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 which includes food

The Esplanade

During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savor 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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your visit to 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 City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

P6,094
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

P8,679
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

P2,031
per adult
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

P33,203
per adult
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip
Private Majestic Walking Tour in Darwin with Historical Sites

Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour

P20,724
per adult
Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour
Darwin Supercars

Darwin Supercars

P246,791
per adult
Darwin Supercars
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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 P12,670 per night from Jul 31 to Aug 1
P12,670
P12,670 total
Jul 31 - Aug 1
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 Jul 29, 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit 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! (1,014 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 Jul 30, 2025

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Mindil Beach Casino Resort
The Cavenagh

The Cavenagh

3.5 out of 5
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT
The price is P5,409 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P5,409
P5,950 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
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 Jul 30, 2025

The Cavenagh
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is P9,091 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P9,091
P10,000 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
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 ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is P11,849 per night from Aug 2 to Aug 3
P11,849
P13,034 total
Aug 2 - Aug 3
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)
Good hotel
"Good, no tv in second bedroom though all the plugs there for it. Second bedroom windows look into public hallway, so it’s a very dark place. Hot water was restricted to just lukewarm, so impossible to have a hot shower or do dishes without boiling a jug. TVs were old and had channels there that weren’t ..."

Reviewed on Jul 21, 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (596 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Charles Darwin

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Bayview

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

Bayview
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre which includes aircraft and an 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

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.

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

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.

Darwin City Centre
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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.

The Gardens

Charles Darwin