The Gardens
Darwin
Visit The Gardens
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.
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.
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.
SKYCITY Casino
Why not roll the dice with a visit to SKYCITY Casino during your travels in Darwin? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.
Mindil Beach Casino & Resort
Why not try your luck with a visit to Mindil Beach Casino & Resort during your visit to Darwin? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's entertainment venues.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Top hotels in The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Very dated.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Staff in restaurant were great and the food in the evening was very good, we returned Staff on reception varied, one was not helpful when we queried the restaurant closing time vs kitchen closing for orders which we had not been told about A notice is now available, but she seemed to think that telling ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Palms City Resort
Clean room. The bathroom looks really new and clean. The sheets smelled amazing. No bad smell or anything. It smelled fresh. The staff are friendly.
Reviewed on 30 Mar 2026
The Leea Darwin
Hotel smell terrible, jack hammering where the pool use to be.t.v not working. Staff were rude & not helpful they were actually rude for mo reason.the carpet in the room has stains.all the xatpet threw out the hotel was filthy.i wouldnt advise anyone to stay here
Reviewed on 8 Mar 2026
Hilton Darwin
Buffet breakfast had a nice range. A selection of fruits was provided fro self juicing.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Argus Hotel Darwin
Nice staff good location
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens
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.
Cullen Bay
If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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 Parap Village Markets and Fannie Bay Race Course.
Larrakeyah
Beaches, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Larrakeyah. Make a stop by Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
