Darwin City Centre
Darwin
Visit Darwin City Centre
Popular places to visit
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 walkable area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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.
Bicentennial Park
Take a break from the city and stroll through this calming natural space. Pass harbour views, native flora and sobering war monuments.
Darwin Deckchair Cinema
Watch the sunset from the tropical gardens, grab a meal and a drink, and enjoy a film under the Northern Territory stars.
Aquascene
Head to Doctors Gully at high tide to see a natural phenomenon turned tourist attraction, as shoals of fish come to the shallow waters to be fed by hand.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Kakadu National Park Explorer Tour from Darwin
Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Top hotels in Darwin City Centre
Palms City Resort
We enjoyed our stay in our dinky bungalow. Lovely pool. The cleaning staff were very friendly and smiley. We were very upset when we arrived because the chef was on holiday so there was no food! We had to rush out to buy food as soon as we arrived ---not ideal! Why did you not send us a message so ...
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Hilton Darwin
Spotless room, great location, best hotel I’ve stayed in in Darwin
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Great service very clean
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Great breakfast on offer, better than other darwin hotel offerings
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
The Leea Darwin
Pleasant staff.
Reviewed on Oct 17, 2025
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Awesome spot
Reviewed on Feb 14, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Darwin City Centre
Stuart Park
Though Stuart Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino.
The Gardens
Beaches, restaurants, and casinos are some highlights of The Gardens. Make a stop by SKYCITY Casino or Mindil Beach Sunset Market while you're exploring.
Cullen Bay
While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach.
Larrakeyah
Beaches, restaurants, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Larrakeyah. Check out Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring the area.
Woolner
When in Woolner, you can plan a visit to Parap Village Markets and Fannie Bay Race Course, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bayview
Travelers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
