Darwin Attractions

 

Darwin Turf Club - Darwin

The Darwin Turf Club is home to the annual Darwin Cup, a feature of the Northern Territory racing carnival. The first Darwin race meeting, held in 1873, was an Easter scratch meeting with 16 entries ... more...

Crocodylus Park - Berrimah

One of Darwin's premier tourist and educational attractions is Crocodylus Park. Surrounded by Northern Territory bushland, the park is only five minutes from Darwin Airport and 15 minutes from the ci... more...

Framed Art Gallery - Darwin

This functional and artistic environment is five minutes from the Darwin city centre and presents and sells a wide variety of quality Australian art and craft created by Aboriginal and Non-Aboriginal ... more...

Char Restaurant at Admiralty - Darwin

Offering some of the best fresh local produce, international and local wines married with innovative cuisine and exceptional service, Char Restaurant at Admiralty is a dining must when in Darwin city.... more...

Crocosaurus Cove - Darwin

Ever wanted to get up close and personal with a saltwater crocodile - Crocosaurus Cove offers you this chance with underwater viewing of these enormous saltwater crocodiles in clear water. The large c... more...

East Point Reserve - Darwin

The East Point Reserve is set on a peninsular of land overlooking Beagle Gulf and is a wonderful recreational area with extensive walking and cycling paths, relaxing picnic areas with free barbecue fa... more...

Parap Markets - Parap

The Parap Markets, located close to the city, in Parap, will tantalise your senses with a mixture of Asian cuisine and the aroma of freshly grounded coffee. The Parap Village Market is a great place... more...

Aboriginal Fine Arts Gallery - Darwin

Visit the Aboriginal Fine Arts Gallery in Knuckey Street, Darwin, and browse around a range of traditional and contemporary Aboriginal art and craft. View Aboriginal paintings, works on bark, hand-wov... more...

Buzz Cafe - Darwin

Buzz Cafe is fully licensed and located at Cullen Bay, Darwin and is the ultimate in al fresco dining with modern Australian cuisine. Individually hand painted tables are shaped to ensure waterfront v... more...

Darwin Entertainment Centre - Darwin

Darwin Entertainment Centre is the principal live entertainment venue in the Top End of the Northern Territory. Located in the heart of the city, the Darwin Entertainment Centre hosts major national a... more...

Darwin Harbour - Darwin

Dotted with sunken ships from World War II, Cyclone Tracy and confiscated Indonesian fishing vessels, Darwin Harbour is surrounded by scenic mangroves and pristine tidal waters, meeting at Darwin’s co... more...

Darwin Wharf Precinct - Darwin

Darwin's Wharf has had a colourful, busy and sometimes tragic history. Its beginnings reflect the times and the uncertainty surrounding the future of the township in the late 1800's. The ethnic popula... more...

Flight Path Golf and Archery Range - Berrimah

Darwin’s golf and archery introduction and improvement centre. Flight Path Golf and Archery provides a unique experience for locals, corporate groups and visitors wishing to enjoy golf, laser clay sh... more...

Hog's Breath Cafe - Darwin

Hog's Breath Cafe offers the famous 18 hour slow cooked prime rib steaks, tender chicken, huge salads and burgers, tex mex, kids and vegetarian cuisine. Their airconditioned venue and friendly al fres... more...

Aquascene - Darwin

Do you feed the birds at home, ever thought of feeding fish in the ocean, at Doctors Gully, right in the heart of Darwin, is Aquascene, where hundreds of fish come to shore at high tide to be fed by h... more...

Casuarina Square - Casuarina

Casuarina Square is the largest shopping complex in Darwin, offering a wide range of specialty stores, a food court and a seven screen cinema complex. Stop by and browse the stores, treat yourself to ... more...

Evoo Restaurant - Darwin

SKYCITY Darwin’s premier dining is the Evoo Restaurant, offering a delicious combination of Australian and Mediterranean cuisine, with a touch of Eastern flavours, in an intimate setting with magnific... more...

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens - Darwin

Established in the 1870s to supplement the Darwin's unstable food supply, the 42 hectare George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showcase the flora of northern Australia and other tropical habitats around... more...

Northern Territory Library - Darwin

The Northern Territory Library is located within Parliament House, at State Square in Darwin’s central business district. It is the Northern Territory's major reference and research library responsibl... more...

Tasty House - Darwin

A new dining option in Darwin's central business district, the Tasty House Roast and Noodle Bar, presents a menu worthy of Chinatown in a funky restaurant space located in the Smith Street Mall. You'l... more...

The Darwin Sailing Club Inc - Darwin

The Darwin Sailing Club is superbly located harbour side on tranquil Vestey’s Beach overlooking Fannie Bay, where Darwin’s famous breathtaking sunsets can be viewed. The in-house bistro offers an exce... more...

Beachfront Hotel - Rapid Creek

The Beachfront Hotel, on the waterfront at Nightcliff, attracts locals and tourists alike. It is home to Turtles Bar and Bistro and from Thursday to Sunday, live entertainment is on hand, including lo... more...

Berry Springs Nature Park - Darwin

Berry Springs Nature Park protects a large part of the Berry Creek catchment. Berry Creek starts from a number of springs, forms a small creek, then reaches Darwin Harbour through a mangrove lined est... more...

Bicentennial Park - Darwin

Perched on the cliffs of Darwin Harbour along The Esplanade, Bicentennial Park is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the afternoon. There are walking trails, picnic tables and open grasslands perfec... more...

Browns Mart - Darwin

Browns Mart, located in the centre of Darwin, is on the national heritage list, preserved as a place of interest. First built in 1885 as an emporium and market, it later housed a number of operations ... more...

Charles Darwin National Park - Winnellie

Lying on Frances Bay, Darwin, Charles Darwin National Park protects part of the Port Darwin wetland, one of Australia's most significant wetlands, as well as important local woodlands. The wetland is ... more...

Curve Cafe + Bar - Darwin

Curve Cafe + Bar serves up simple and tasty breakfasts, an array of all day treats and a range of options for dinner. Located in the Vibe Hotel Darwin Waterfront, Curve Cafe + Bar offers both indoor ... more...

Deckchair Cinema - Darwin

The Deckchair Cinema is a majestic open air cinema situated on the gorgeous Darwin Harbour. The cinema operates seven nights a week from mid April to mid November, screening a diverse range of Austral... more...

Didgeridoo Hut and Art Gallery - Darwin

Didgeridoo Hut and Art Gallery, in Humpty Doo (only 25 minutes from the city), is owned and operated by Aboriginal people. Authentic art is produced by artists who are part of the owner’s extended fam... more...

Djukbinj National Park - Darwin

Along the Arnhem Highway, forming part of the scenic Marrakai floodplains, the Djukbinj National Park contains a portion of the catchment and drainage for the Adelaide River. The abundance of water al... more...

Essence Restaurant - Marrara

Capturing the cultural diversity of the Northern Territory, the Essence Restaurant has drawn on the fresh local market influences of both the Asia and Pacific regions, Australian bush foods and modern... more...

Finz Restaurant and Bar - Darwin

Natural tones, clean lines and minimalistic decor offers a chic feel to the Finz Restaurant and Bar which exudes a contemporary and stylish appeal. Finz offers a separate stylish bar area boasting a s... more...

Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve - Darwin

Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve is one of several parks in the lower Adelaide River catchment that provides a haven for wildlife amongst Darwin's developing rural fringe. The Adelaide River catchment is... more...

Government House - Darwin

Government House, on The Esplanade in Darwin City, is the earliest and most significant government building in the Northern Territory. It is associated with the formal representation of the South Aust... more...

Hanuman Restaurant Darwin - Darwin

Capture the true flavours of Darwin’s multicultural community and tropical location, with dinner or lunch at the Hanuman. The award-winning team, headed by renowned chef Jimmy Shu, presents the finest... more...

il Piatto - Darwin

SKYCITY Darwin invites you to experience the true taste of Italy at their newest restaurant – il Piatto. Translating as ‘the plate’ il Piatto welcomes guests for lunch and dinner every day. il Piatto... more...

Lake Alexander - Darwin

During the summer months Lake Alexander is a popular area as it offers safe, year round swimming, with a maximum depth of 2.8 metres. During the dry season, set off on one of the many walking and cycl... more...

Lyons Cottage (British Australian Telegraph Company) - Darwin

Lyons Cottage, located on the corner of Knuckey Street and the Esplanade, Darwin, was built for the Eastern Extension Australasian and China Telegraph Company Ltd (the successor of the BAT from 1873) ... more...

Maningrida Arts and Culture Darwin - Darwin

The Darwin galley has been operating since 2004 and is owned and manager by its parent company Maningrida Arts and Crafts. Maningrida Arts and Culture represents more than 700 artists who work with ba... more...

Mason Gallery - Darwin

The Australian Aboriginal Art found at Mason Gallery is sourced primarily from the Papunya, Kintore and Kiwirrkura areas of Central Australia and the Western Desert region. Art from this area is readi... more...

Mbantua Gallery Darwin - Darwin

Mbantua Gallery Darwin provides a beautiful environment in which to view the beautiful works from Central Australia's Utopia region. Amongst the artists represented are, Emily Kngwarreye, Barbara Weir... more...

Mindil Beach Sunset Markets - Darwin

Enjoy the tropical night air at Darwin’s Mindil Beach Sunset Markets every Thursday and Sunday evening between May and October. The markets have a multitude of stalls offering international cuisine, a... more...

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory - Darwin

Set in a tropical garden on the Darwin Harbour at Bullocky Point, is the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT). The MAGNT collections place the region's art, history and culture in ... more...

Nature's Way - Darwin

Nature’s Way is a scenic tourism drive through Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks. For photographic, wildlife and birdwatching enthusiasts, this is a dream drive on a fully sealed road suitable for a ... more...

Nightcliff Markets - Nightcliff

Unwind and feel the ambience of the Nightcliff Markets. Set in the Nightcliff Shopping Centre, the markets are an ideal place for a lazy Sunday coffee or a cool and refreshing tropical fruit salad. A... more...

Northern Territory Parliament House - Darwin

Australia's newest Parliament House is the Northern Territory's premier public building. Opened in 1994, Parliament House is located in State Square, a site rich in Territory history and home of the N... more...

Pee Wee's at the Point - Fannie Bay

Nestled amongst tropical palms and with the quiet natural ambience of the surrounds and multitude of wildlife that frequents the area, makes Pee Wee’s at the Point an unforgettable Territory harbour s... more...

Poolside Restaurant and Bar - Darwin

Innovative, modern and refreshingly affordable, the Poolside Restaurant and Bar features a live-show kitchen, serving some of the very best in Australian cuisine, with a hint of Asia. Relax in air c... more...

Redsalt Bar and Grill - Darwin

Redsalt Bar and Grill is a fully licensed contemporary restaurant, in light and airy surroundings. A strong emphasis is placed upon the informal, relaxed dining experience making it the perfect locati... more...

Saffrron Restaurant - Parap

Saffrron has been welcomed as an exciting addition to Darwin’s restaurants. Based in Parap, just 4 kilometres from Darwin city, this is a self-serve, fully licensed restaurant that offers patrons a r... more...

Sandbar - The Gardens

Sandbar is a unique oasis on the edge of the ocean, and one of Darwin’s coolest nightspots and cruisiest dayspots. Sandbar’s spectacular view of the Arafura Sea provides one the ultimate location for... more...

Sirocco Restaurant and Bar - Darwin

Relax in air conditioned comfort or by the shaded outdoor pool area. Enjoy a pre-dinner drink or refreshing cocktail at the fully licensed Sirocco Restaurant and Bar, dine on Mediterranean styled cuis... more...

SKYCITY Darwin - Darwin

SKYCITY Darwin is set in 18 acres of lush tropical gardens, only moments from Darwin's central business district and offers complementary transfers to the city four times daily. SKYCITY Darwin is a 24... more...

Table Forty Three - Darwin

Table Forty Three features a mouth-watering grill style menu that harnesses Darwin's fabulous local produce and fresh seafood. For starters, there are Thai stuffed prawns in crispy coconut batter, pr... more...

The Lost City - Litchfield National Park - Darwin

The complex freestanding sandstone block and pillar formations of the Lost City, in Litchfield National Park, suggest the ruins of a long forgotten civilisation. The Lost City is a spectacular sight, ... more...

Tiwi Art Network - Parap

The Tiwi Art Network is an alliance between the three art centres on the Tiwi Islands – Munupi Arts and Crafts, Tiwi Design and Jilamara Arts and Crafts. The Tiwi Art Network aims to promote an unders... more...

Fannie Bay Gaol - Fannie Bay

Opened in 1883, the Fannie Bay Gaol was the major detention centre in Darwin for almost 100 years until 1979, when prisoners were relocated to the new correctional facility at Berrimah. Now open as a... more...

Humpty Doo Tavern - Darwin

Humpty Doo Tavern is located on the edge of the agricultural area surrounding Darwin, 47 kilometres and approximately a 30-minute drive from the city. The township of Humpty Doo has attracted people w... more...

Loong Fong Seafood Restaurant - Marrara

Loong Fong Seafood Restaurant serves traditional Chinese favourites such as Szechuan Beef and Chinese mushrooms, as well as a range of Australian meals, including a fisherman’s basket and barramundi. ... more...

Leaning Tree Lagoon Nature Park - Darwin

The Leaning Tree Lagoon Nature Park is located 90 kilometres east of Darwin, via the Arnhem Highway. This quiet, scenic lagoon has long been a favourite spot with locals for picnicking and birdwatchin... more...

Manton Dam Recreation Area - Darwin

Manton Dam was built in 1942 and was Darwin's first reliable water supply. Today the dam is a popular recreation spot, with picnic and barbecue facilities set amongst shady trees. A designated area ha... more...

Myilly Point Heritage Precinct - Darwin

The four houses making up the Myilly Point Heritage Precinct are the last of their kind in their original location and are prime examples of pre World War II Darwin architecture. This precinct represe... more...

Treetops Restaurant - Darwin

Treetops Restaurant is located in the Travelodge Mirambeena Resort Darwin, an inner city oasis within Darwin’s central business district. The menu offers a wide range of Australian cuisine with a mod... more...

24HR Art - Parap

24HR Art is dedicated specifically to the promotion and support of contemporary visual art, and offers visitors the opportunity to interact with the displays, and thereby providing a feast for the sen... more...

Casuarina Coastal Reserve - Casuarina

Casuarina Coastal Reserve protects a large coastal area between the mouth of Rapid Creek and Buffalo Creek in Darwin. The highlights of the reserve are white sandy beaches fringed by Casuarina trees a... more...

Cornucopia Museum Cafe - Fannie Bay

The fully licensed Cornucopia Museum Cafe is located adjacent to the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory in Fannie Bay, harbour side overlooking the tropical museum gardens and the Timor ... more...

Darwin Golf Club - Marrara

Located in Darwin’s northern suburbs, the Darwin Golf Club is home to a tropical 18 hole championship course designed by Peter Thompson and Michael Wolveridge. Regular watering during the dry season, ... more...

Dragon Court Restaurant - Darwin

Dragon Court offers an authentic Asian dining experience prepared with passion by their renowned Hong Kong and Shanghai chefs. Impeccable service, elegant decor, a fully licensed bar and an extensive... more...

Holmes Jungle Nature Park - Darwin

Holmes Jungle Nature Park protects one of the few remaining areas of monsoon forest in the Darwin area. Large numbers of birds, mammals and reptiles breed and seek refuge in the monsoon forest, with t... more...

La Beach Restaurant - Cullen Bay

Nestled in the suburb of Cullen Bay Darwin, La Beach Restaurant offers a la carte dining experience, with stunning harbour side sunset views. Delight your tastebuds with their varied menu including ... more...

Outstation Gallery - Aboriginal Art from Art Centres - Parap

This exciting new Aboriginal art gallery, located in the Parap gallery precinct in Darwin, Australia, showcases high quality and affordable Aboriginal artwork from established and emerging Aboriginal ... more...

Stuart Memorial - Darwin

The Stuart Memorial is located in Raintree Park, Smith Street Mall in the heart of Darwin city. It is a tribute to John McDouall Stuart, whose epic south to north crossing of the continent became the ... more...

Sunset Restaurant - The Gardens

Great value buffet breakfast, lunch or dinner is awaiting you at the Sunset Restaurant, one of Darwin’s favourite restaurants, at SKYCITY Darwin. With floor to ceiling windows, enjoy tropical sunset ... more...

The Rugby Shop - Darwin

For all your rugby needs, visit one of Australia's leading rugby shops. There is a great range of international and local rugby jerseys and accessories and of course all the merchandise licensed for t... more...

Zest Restaurant and Terrace - Darwin

Situated in the Novotel Atrium Darwin, the fully licensed Zest Restaurant and Terrace offers an international cuisine with a range of unique and exotic local dishes. Try 'Top End' delights such as kan... more...