The Gardens Travel Guide
Darwin
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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
Darwin Harbour Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
Top hotels in The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
We will absolutely be staying here again. We were over the moon with the helpfulness of the staff, the cleanliness of the room, the upkeep of the property (including pools) and the gorgeous location.
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Palms City Resort
Great place to stay, easy walking distance to restaurants and shops. Very nice pool area.
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
The Leea Darwin
Hotel is very good and I got a clean room. The staff were very friendly and helpful. It’s also a good location for tour pickups and is right opposite a Woolworths which is great. It’s also a short walk from Crocosauras Cove which makes it a great location
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
From what I can see from previous reviews the check in process has improved, there were helpful staff at desk to help us "self check-in". There is no cafe/ restaurant at this hotel (breakfast is a voucher for the cafe down the road). There are no blankets on the bed only sheets (I know Darwin is ...
Reviewed on 16 May 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
The view from our apartment was outstanding. Room layout good as well. The free breakfast was ok - very basic, but you could upgrade by paying extra. Great location - easy to walk to the Waterfront or to catch the Hop on Hop off bus.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Argus Hotel Darwin
The stay was average. The hotel is actually located away from activities which is inconvenient. The rooms were fairly basically furnished, the cleaning was adequate. The breakfast was pretty basic with topping up of fruit rarely down. The pool was small and not used much. Overall an average ...
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Darwin Entertainment Centre 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.
