Howard Springs Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit
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 savour 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 enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in 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.
Activities
Darwin: Evening tour to Fogg Dam Wetlands and Humpty Doo Hotel
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Our pick of the best Howard Springs Hotel Deals
BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park
Reviewed on 18 Jul. 2025
Home away from home, plenty of space for your caravan, camper, friends
Reviewed on 28 Jul. 2025
Spring Homestead; a tropical oasis.
Reviewed on 10 Jul. 2025
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Palms City Resort
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Howard Springs
Palmerston
Palmerston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the larger area, you might add a stop by Howard Springs Nature Park to your list.
Knuckey Lagoon
Travellers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Berrimah
Restaurants and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Berrimah. A stop by Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Hidden Valley
Travellers like the parks in Hidden Valley, and Hidden Valley Raceway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Eaton
You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, TIO Stadium and Marrara Sports Complex are just a few notable stops.
Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.
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- Howard Springs Nature Park
- Mindil Beach
- Darwin Waterfront
- The Esplanade
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Casuarina Beach
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Darwin Harbour
- Darwin War Memorial
- Smith Street Mall
- Charles Darwin University
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- Darwin Entertainment Centre
- SKYCITY Casino
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- Wave Lagoon
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Crocodylus Park
- Berry Springs Nature Park
- St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral
- Marrara Sports Complex
- Charles Darwin National Park
- Parap Village Markets
- Aquascene
- Bicentennial Park
- Casuarina Square