Charles Darwin Travel Guide
Darwin
Visit Charles Darwin
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.
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.
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.
Crocosaurus Cove
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.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Charles Darwin
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
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
Darwin City Hotel
Clean rooms, close to shops
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
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Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Palms City Resort
Air-conditioning was good. Clean room with small balcony overlooking the pool.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
We had an excellent night here, the view was amazing perfect to see the sunset. Staff were very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Family weekend away, kids loved the pool and amenities, clean, great atmosphere, entertainment at night by the pool, comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Charles Darwin
Bayview
Travellers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
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.
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.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
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.
