Palmerston Travel Guide

Darwin

Palmerston

Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes nightlife, street performance and performance art

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
Darwin Waterfront which includes swimming as well as a large group of people

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
Darwin featuring food

The Esplanade

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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
Cullen Bay Marina

Cullen Bay Marina

4/5(9 reviews)

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
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
Crocosaurus Cove

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

Things to do

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

฿1,037
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

฿635
per adult
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Picture 1 for Activity Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

฿847
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Picture 2 for Activity Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

฿1,481
per adult
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry
Fish Feeding Activity in Darwin

Fish Feeding Activity in Darwin

฿349
per adult
Fish Feeding Activity in Darwin
double decker bus stopping by colorfully lit building in Las Vegas

Las Vegas Night Bus Tour

฿1,543
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Las Vegas Night Bus Tour
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Top hotels in Palmerston

Quest Palmerston

Quest Palmerston

4 out of 5
18 The Boulevard, Palmerston, NT
The price is ฿3,648 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
฿3,648
฿4,013 total
29 Oct - 30 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions Howard Springs Nature Park and Flight ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (272 reviews)
"Staff are very friendly and makes everything easy and comfortable for your stay"

Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025

Quest Palmerston
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

4.5 out of 5
15 Maluka Drive, Palmerston, NT
The price is ฿4,998 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿4,998
฿5,497 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (448 reviews)
"Excellent apartment, everything you need! Nice pool and alfresco area. Unfortunately you do need a car if you’re going to get around Darwin itself as it’s too far out of the city centre for many of the major attractions and markets without."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is ฿3,588 per night from 4 Nov to 5 Nov
฿3,588
฿3,946 total
4 Nov - 5 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Staff always very helpful and friendly. Facilities awesome and great proximity to lots of clubs along the beach walkway for evening drinks and sunset views."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
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 ฿2,548 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
฿2,548
฿2,803 total
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is ฿2,225 per night from 27 Oct to 28 Oct
฿2,225
฿2,448 total
27 Oct - 28 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (624 reviews)
"Clean rooms, close to shops"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Darwin City Hotel
DCH on Mitchell

DCH on Mitchell

2.5 out of 5
50 Mitchell St, Darwin, NT
The price is ฿1,673 per night from 5 Nov to 6 Nov
฿1,673
฿1,840 total
5 Nov - 6 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach are located ...
6.2/10 (63 reviews)
"The room was clean. The air conditioning ran quiet and cool. Overall it was a very good stay."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

DCH on Mitchell
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Other neighbourhoods around Palmerston

Crocodylus Park which includes zoo animals, dangerous animals and general coastal views

Knuckey Lagoon

Travellers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Knuckey Lagoon
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Berrimah

Restaurants and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Berrimah. A stop by Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Berrimah
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Howard Springs

You'll enjoy the parks and entertainment venues in Howard Springs. You might want to make time for a stop at Howard Springs Nature Park or Howard Springs Hunting Reserve.

Howard Springs
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Charles Darwin

If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Charles Darwin
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Eaton

You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, TIO Stadium and Marrara Sports Complex are just a few notable stops.

Eaton
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre featuring an aircraft and aircraft

Winnellie

Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.

Winnellie

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