The Gardens
Darwin
Visit The Gardens
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 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.
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.
Mindil Beach Casino & Resort
Why not try your luck with a visit to Mindil Beach Casino & Resort during your time in Darwin? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's entertainment venues.
SKYCITY Casino
Why not try your luck with a visit to SKYCITY Casino during your visit to Darwin? Stroll along the area's waterfront, or simply savor its top-notch restaurants.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine
Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin
Top hotels in The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Convenient location and local to all the restaurants.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Darwin City Hotel
The room was very clean and modern, as was the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was in an excellent central location.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Very good value for money. Well stocked kitchen facilities. Lovely long swimming pool. Impressed with support from night manager who checked that our booked taxi to the airport at 4 o'clock in the morning turned up.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Palms City Resort
The room was clean, tidy as expected. All staff we dealt with were extremely helpful.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Size of the room and view
Reviewed on Oct 30, 2025
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Family weekend away, kids loved the pool and amenities, clean, great atmosphere, entertainment at night by the pool, comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on Oct 5, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens
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 Darwin Entertainment Centre.
Cullen Bay
While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach.
Darwin City Centre
Darwin City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Smith Street Mall and The Esplanade while you're in town.
Woolner
When in Woolner, you can plan a visit to Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and Parap Village Markets, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
