Top End Travel Guide
Where to stay in Top End
Darwin City Centre
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.
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.
Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Coastal Reserve and Casuarina Beach.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
The Gardens
Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens or SKYCITY Casino while you're exploring the area.
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.
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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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
The Balinesia Lu’au - A Kampung Bali Experience & VIP Dinner Show
️Uluwatu Temple Sunset & Kecak Fire Dance Tour
Bali International Airport (DPS) VIP Service Assistance
- Mindil Beach
- Darwin Waterfront
- Kakadu National Park
- Litchfield National Park
- The Esplanade
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Casuarina Beach
- SKYCITY Casino
- Smith Street Mall
- Jim Jim Falls
- Nitmiluk National Park
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Yellow Water Billabong
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- Katherine Hot Springs
- Daly Waters Historic Pub
- Marrara Sports Complex
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Bitter Springs
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Parap Village Markets
- Ubirr
- TIO Stadium