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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

Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip

WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Palmerston Hotel Deals

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin
Clean and efficient and really comfortable. The pool is gorgeous. The staff are just lovely. Management is getting it right here. And don't get me started on the food! Your chef is a genius. Highly recommended.
Reviewed on May 10, 2026

Quest Palmerston
All the above were good
Reviewed on May 14, 2026

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
Other neighborhoods around Palmerston

Howard Springs
You'll enjoy the parks and entertainment venues in Howard Springs. You might want to make time for a stop at Howard Springs Nature Park or Howard Springs Hunting Reserve.

Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and World War II Display are top sights worth seeing.

Eaton
If you're spending time in Eaton, you might enjoy its restaurants and gardens. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Marrara Sports Complex or TIO Stadium.

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

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

Marrara
Travelers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.


