Palmerston
Darwin
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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.
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.
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.
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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your visit to 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.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise
Waterfalls Paradise - Premium Litchfield Day Tour
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Kakadu National Park with Rock Art Top End Day Trip from Darwin
Top hotels in Palmerston
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin
"Location and great size of rooms. Comfy bed."
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Quest Palmerston
"All the above were good"
Reviewed on May 14, 2026
Palms City Resort
"Great place to stay, easy walking distance to restaurants and shops. Very nice pool area."
Reviewed on May 16, 2026
The Leea Darwin
"Shops close by, Clean room, Check in was easy"
Reviewed on May 18, 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
"Walking distance from Darwin hub and late night entertainment. Was expecting some level of noise from street level but very quiet. Slept like a baby."
Reviewed on May 18, 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 May 11, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Palmerston
Howard Springs
You'll enjoy the parks and entertainment venues in Howard Springs. You might want to make time for a stop at Howard Springs Nature Park or Howard Springs Hunting Reserve.
Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and World War II Display are top sights worth seeing.
Eaton
If you're spending time in Eaton, you might enjoy its restaurants and gardens. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by Marrara Sports Complex or TIO Stadium.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
Bayview
Travelers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Marrara
Travelers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.
