Things to do in Top End

Activities, attractions and tours

I will never forget #FoggDam, just off the Arnhem Highway, near Darwin - Australia. The amazing thing was that one can drive across the dam wall, seeing beauty in all directions; however, one could only stop in a few designated areas because of the risk of saltwater crocodiles. Well stop we did! I saw an abundance of flora and fauna. The birdlife was amazing, forever impregnated in my vision and not on my little iPhone. Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve lies in the Adelaide and Mary River Floodplains with year round accessibility. There are also some adjacent, designated walking tracks if one has time! For me, I spent my time looking for lillys and bird watching! This photo was taken mid May during a #roadtrip around the Top End of the #NorthernTerritory. #iPhoneonly
I will never forget #FoggDam, just off the Arnhem Highway, near Darwin - Australia. The amazing thing was that one can drive across the dam wall, seeing beauty in all directions; however, one could only stop in a few designated areas because of the risk of saltwater crocodiles. Well stop we did! I saw an abundance of flora and fauna. The birdlife was amazing, forever impregnated in my vision and not on my little iPhone. Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve lies in the Adelaide and Mary River Floodplains with year round accessibility. There are also some adjacent, designated walking tracks if one has time! For me, I spent my time looking for lillys and bird watching! This photo was taken mid May during a #roadtrip around the Top End of the #NorthernTerritory. #iPhoneonly
Wangi Falls in Litchfield NP.
I went to Ubirr to watch the sunset! The first thing to amaze me were the 360degree views at the top of the rocky outcrop, different in each 90degree arc. This view looks west and I was totally blessed. There is some smoke haze on the horizon, from seasonal burning in preparation for the dry season in Kakadu #NationalPark. Ubirr is easily accessible from the nearby township of Jabiru by road, then a walk and easy clamber over rocks to get to the top. The twilight descent was easy with the park ranger nearby! Kakadu is a #UnescoWorldHeritageSite in the Northern Territory of #Australia. #ILoveaSunburntCountry #GoldenHour #RoadTrip #iPhoneonly #hiking Ubirr
Mataranka Thermal Pool is worth a visit. Such a lovely place.
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What to do in Top End

Popular places to visit

Darwin Waterfront which includes swimming as well as a large group of people

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.

Darwin Waterfront
Mindil Beach which includes street performance, nightlife and night scenes

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
Kakadu National Park showing wetlands

Kakadu National Park

This protected expanse of grassy plains, maroon-coloured cliffs and monsoon rivers offers some of the best hiking, boating, and camping opportunities in Australia.

Kakadu National Park
Darwin which includes food

The Esplanade

During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

The Esplanade
Litchfield National Park featuring landscape views, swimming and a cascade

Litchfield National Park

Bring a camera to capture the streaming waterfalls, unique rock formations and clear swimming holes of this dynamic landscape in Australia’s Top End.

Litchfield National Park
Cullen Bay Marina featuring a coastal town, a sunset and a bay or harbor

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.

Cullen Bay Marina
Mindil Beach Sunset Market showing markets and food

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.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Beautiful Katherine Gorge in NT Australia

Nitmiluk National Park

Explore the great outdoors at Nitmiluk National Park, a lovely green space in Nitmiluk. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Nitmiluk National Park
Katherine Gorge which includes a river or creek, a sunset and boating

Katherine Gorge

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Katherine Gorge during your travels in Nitmiluk. You can enjoy the restaurants while in the area.

Katherine Gorge

Areas of Top End

Darwin featuring street scenes

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.

Darwin City Centre
Cullen Bay Marina yachts in Darwin

Cullen Bay

While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach.

Cullen Bay
Darwin Australia - February 22, 2019: Town Hall Ruins downtown now set in green park under blue sky with white clouds. Couple of standing walls are left.

Palmerston

Noted for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring all Palmerston has to offer. You won't have to venture far to check out nearby attractions like Howard Springs Nature Park.

Palmerston
Pier at Nightcliff! Spectacular sunsets!!!

Nightcliff

Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and TIO Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Nightcliff
Fried veg from Frying Nemo. Some great vegan food. #Trovember

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 Mindil Beach Casino & Resort.

Stuart Park
Crocodylus Park featuring general coastal views, dangerous animals and zoo animals

Knuckey Lagoon

Travelers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Knuckey Lagoon