Top End Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Top End

Darwin featuring street scenes

Darwin City Centre

4/5(1,671 area reviews)

Darwin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smith Street Mall or The Esplanade.

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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.

Palmerston
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Cullen Bay

4.5/5(52 area reviews)

If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Cullen Bay
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Nightcliff

While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Mindil Beach Sunset Market.

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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
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Stuart Park

While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stuart Park
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is AU$194 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
AU$194
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,012 reviews)
"10 minute walk into town. pools were perfect. would of liked a security measure from casino to hotel as anyone could just walk in from the casino use lifts. but a beautiful location."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$159 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$159
1 Nov - 2 Nov
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! (1,014 reviews)
"Pool area is very small for the size of the property"

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

4 out of 5
81 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$142 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
AU$142
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
"all good"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
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Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

4 out of 5
6 Carey Street, Darwin, NT
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,678 reviews)
"Room was clean only stayed one night didn't access anything"

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Quest Palmerston

Quest Palmerston

4 out of 5
18 The Boulevard, Palmerston, NT
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Popular attractions Howard Springs Nature Park and Flight ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (271 reviews)
"This property is definitely value for money. Rooms contain everything you need. Shops are directly across the road. It contains a high level of security. Will stay there again."

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025

Quest Palmerston
Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

4.5 out of 5
7 Kitchener Drive, Darwin, NT
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,149 reviews)
"Excellent facilities."

Reviewed on 8 Sept 2025

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
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Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes street performance, performance art 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
Kakadu National Park showing wetlands

Kakadu National Park

Cruise past crocodiles, wander through vast eucalyptus forests to waterfalls and see ancient Aboriginal rock art in this national park in northern Australia.

Kakadu National Park
Darwin showing food

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.

The Esplanade
Litchfield National Park showing landscape views, a cascade and swimming

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.

Litchfield National Park
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

Activities

Waterbom Bali Admission Ticket

Waterbom Bali Admission Ticket

AU$66
per adult
Waterbom Bali Admission Ticket
Trans Studio Bali Theme Park Admission Tickets

Trans Studio Bali Theme Park Admission Tickets

AU$21
per adult
Trans Studio Bali Theme Park Admission Tickets
Bali: Balinese Full-Body Massage at your Accommodation

Bali: Balinese Full-Body Massage at your Accommodation

AU$23
per adult
Bali: Balinese Full-Body Massage at your Accommodation
Bali Pocket WiFi Rental

Bali Pocket WiFi Rental

AU$30
per traveller
80% of travellers recommend
Bali Pocket WiFi Rental
Picture 3 for Activity Canggu/Berawa: 2-Hour Surf Lesson with Hotel Transfers

Canggu : 2-Hour Surfing Lesson

AU$41
per adult
Canggu : 2-Hour Surfing Lesson
Kuta Beach, Bali: Surf Lessons For Beginner & Intermediate

Kuta Beach, Bali: Surf Lessons For Beginner & Intermediate

AU$27
per adult
Kuta Beach, Bali: Surf Lessons For Beginner & Intermediate
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