Darwin City Centre

Darwin
Darwin showing boating, landscape views and general coastal views

Popular places to visit

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Darwin Waterfront

4.5/5(16 reviews)

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
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The Esplanade

4.5/5(18 reviews)

During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The Esplanade
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Crocosaurus Cove

4/5(3 reviews)

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.

Crocosaurus Cove
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Wave Lagoon

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Wave Lagoon, a lovely green space in Warf Precinct. Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

Wave Lagoon
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Bicentennial Park

4.5/5(7 reviews)

Take a break from the city and stroll through this calming natural space. Pass harbour views, native flora and sobering war monuments.

Bicentennial Park
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Darwin Deckchair Cinema

4/5(2 reviews)

Watch the sunset from the tropical gardens, grab a meal and a drink, and enjoy a film under the Northern Territory stars.

Darwin Deckchair Cinema

Things to do

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Kakadu National Park, 4WD, 4-6 guests only, Day Trip w/lunch

RM1,772
Per adult
Kakadu National Park, 4WD, 4-6 guests only, Day Trip w/lunch
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Katherine Gorge & Edith Falls, 4WD, 4-6 Guests from Darwin

RM1,772
Per adult
Katherine Gorge & Edith Falls, 4WD, 4-6 Guests from Darwin
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Half-Day Crocodile & Nature Explorer Tour

RM490
Per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Crocodile & Nature Explorer Tour
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Litchfield & Jumping Crocodile Cruise, 4WD, 6 Max, ex Darwin

RM1,171
Per adult
Litchfield & Jumping Crocodile Cruise, 4WD, 6 Max, ex Darwin
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Darwin City Sights and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

RM675
Per adult
Darwin City Sights and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
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Darwin: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

RM317
Per adult
Darwin: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry
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Top hotels in Darwin City Centre

The Cavenagh
The Cavenagh
3.5 out of 5
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT
The price is RM438 per night from 14 May to 15 May
RM438
per night
14 May - 15 May
Stay at this motel in Darwin. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (834 reviews)
"Great staff. The pool area was great. It is a shame the wifi in the room didn’t work."

Reviewed on 1 May 2024

The Cavenagh
Darwin City Hotel
Darwin City Hotel
4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is RM679 per night from 3 Jun to 4 Jun
RM679
per night
3 Jun - 4 Jun
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (496 reviews)
"Shower design was odd the water flooded the entire bathroom since there is no ledge to contain the water within the shower space."

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Darwin City Hotel
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is RM724 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
RM724
per night
1 Jun - 2 Jun
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8/10 Very Good! (941 reviews)
"Great, convenient place to stay"

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Mantra on the Esplanade
Mantra on the Esplanade
4.5 out of 5
88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is RM723 per night from 12 May to 13 May
RM723
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a garden, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"The Staff at front desk were very helpful and nice. They went out of their way to assist when we left an important item behind to post to us safely. We really appreciated the effort they went to for us."

Reviewed on 26 Apr 2024

Mantra on the Esplanade
Palms City Resort
Palms City Resort
3.5 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
Fully refundable
The price is RM911 per night from 12 May to 13 May
RM911
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this 3.5-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"The staff were outstanding. Amazing customer service, great value breakfast, lovely villa. A bit noisy (our villa was opposite the foreshore) but otherwise great location also."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Palms City Resort
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
4 out of 5
6 Carey Street, Darwin, NT
The price is RM851 per night from 19 May to 20 May
RM851
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,498 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay with great pool, views & a fantastic rooftop bar, great to view the sunset."

Reviewed on 5 May 2024

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
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Other neighbourhoods around Darwin City Centre

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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
Darwin featuring boating, general coastal views and a sunset

The Gardens

Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out SKYCITY Casino or Mindil Beach Sunset Market while you're exploring the area.

The Gardens
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Cullen Bay

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

Cullen Bay
Aquascene featuring marine life

Larrakeyah

Beaches, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Larrakeyah. Make a stop by Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring.

Larrakeyah
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Woolner

While Woolner may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and Parap Village Markets.

Woolner
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Bayview

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

Bayview

Darwin City Centre