Charles Darwin Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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.
Activities

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Half-Day Crocodile & Nature Explorer Tour

Darwin: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Our pick of the best Charles Darwin Hotel Deals

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Reviewed on 6 Apr. 2025

Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Reviewed on 7 Apr. 2025

Reviewed on 4 Apr. 2025

Reviewed on 31 Mar. 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.

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.

The Gardens
Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out Mindil Beach Sunset Market or Mindil Beach while you're exploring the area.
- Charles Darwin National Park
- Mindil Beach
- Darwin Waterfront
- The Esplanade
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Casuarina Beach
- Darwin Harbour
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Crocosaurus Cove
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Smith Street Mall
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- Charles Darwin University
- SKYCITY Casino
- Wave Lagoon
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Berry Springs Nature Park
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Darwin Entertainment Centre
- Marrara Sports Complex
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- Casuarina Square
- TIO Stadium
- Parap Village Markets
- Darwin War Memorial
- Lake Alexander
- Bicentennial Park