The Gardens

Darwin

The Gardens
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a garden
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a garden
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens featuring a garden
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Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes street performance, night scenes and nightlife

Mindil Beach

4/5(8 reviews)

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
Mindil Beach Sunset Market

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens which includes a cascade

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

3.5/5(6 reviews)

Admire bush orchid displays, spiky palms and local bird species as you explore one of Darwin’s most diverse natural environments.

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory featuring interior views

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Learn the stories behind Aboriginal paintings, local wildlife, regional archaeology and the cyclone that flattened Darwin in this gallery that has free admission.

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

SKYCITY Casino

4/5(5 reviews)

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.

SKYCITY Casino

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.

Mindil Beach Casino & Resort

Things to do

Cathedral Termite Mounds

Litchfield Premium Day Tour, 10 guests only, lunch included

RM762
per adult
Litchfield Premium Day Tour, 10 guests only, lunch included
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

RM457
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Top End Safari Camp

Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour

RM1,926
per adult
Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

RM152
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

RM540
per traveller
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove
From Darwin: Kakadu 2-Day Tour

From Darwin: Kakadu 2-Day Tour

RM5,543
per traveller
From Darwin: Kakadu 2-Day Tour
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Top hotels in The Gardens

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is RM676 per night from 8 Oct to 9 Oct
RM676
per night
8 Oct - 9 Oct
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 RM439 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
RM439
per night
12 Oct - 13 Oct
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! (1,013 reviews)
"Had an excellent stay."

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

4 out of 5
81 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is RM357 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
RM357
per night
30 Oct - 31 Oct
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
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is RM364 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
RM364
per night
2 Nov - 3 Nov
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation and ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (440 reviews)
"Family friendly, great pool area. Rooms very small and basic."

Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is RM488 per night from 7 Oct to 8 Oct
RM488
per night
7 Oct - 8 Oct
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,010 reviews)
"A tropical paradise in the heart of Darwin CBD, loved it!"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

Palms City Resort
DCH on Mitchell

DCH on Mitchell

2.5 out of 5
50 Mitchell St, Darwin, NT
The price is RM314 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
RM314
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach are located ...
6.2/10 (62 reviews)
Good
"All good,minor ac issue that got sorted quickly."

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

DCH on Mitchell
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Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens

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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
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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
Darwin showing street scenes

Darwin City Centre

4/5(33 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.

Darwin City Centre
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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 Parap Village Markets and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.

Woolner
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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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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