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Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Darwin: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry
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Katherine Gorge Flight from Darwin, with Cruise and Heli Scenic
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Northern Territory: Corroboree Billabong Nature Cruises
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Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
What to do in Darwin
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Learn the stories behind Aboriginal paintings, local wildlife, regional archaeology and the cyclone that flattened Darwin in this gallery that has free admission.
Wave Lagoon
Explore the great outdoors at Wave Lagoon, a lovely green space in Warf Precinct. Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Darwin
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.
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.
Nightcliff
Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cullen Bay
While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach.
Fannie Bay
Travelers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Knuckey Lagoon
Travelers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
