The Gardens

Darwin

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George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens featuring a park
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a park
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens which includes a garden
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Popular places to visit

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
Mindil Beach Sunset Market

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
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens featuring a waterfall

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.

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory showing interior views

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.

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

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.

SKYCITY Casino

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.

Mindil Beach Casino & Resort

Things to do

Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Tour

Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls

P12,990
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls
Picture 2 for Activity Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

P2,560
per adult
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin

Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin

P12,742
per adult
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

P1,130
per adult
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Picture 1 for Activity Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

P1,506
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise

Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise

P2,447
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise
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Top hotels in The Gardens

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"The pools and food are excellent"

Reviewed on Aug 8, 2025

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Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is P6,692 per night from Sep 5 to Sep 6
P6,692
P6,692 total
Sep 5 - Sep 6
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation and ...
8/10 Very Good! (432 reviews)
"Found the male manager to be very rude But the young lad Lachlan was very polite and gave us great service"

Reviewed on Jul 29, 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is P8,038 per night from Sep 6 to Sep 7
P8,038
P9,151 total
Sep 6 - Sep 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Great gardens. My door key would not open the Herbert St pedestrian gate, which meant I had to walk around the corner and come in the front. And there was no attempt by staff to rectify the situation. Very disappointing for a resort hotel of this quality."

Reviewed on Aug 5, 2025

Palms City Resort
Rydges Darwin Central

Rydges Darwin Central

4 out of 5
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT
The price is P8,065 per night from Sep 7 to Sep 8
P8,065
P8,872 total
Sep 7 - Sep 8
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Good location, clean amenities and great staff"

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

Rydges Darwin Central
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P8,495 per night from Aug 31 to Sep 1
P8,495
P9,344 total
Aug 31 - Sep 1
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"The views were amazing"

Reviewed on Aug 3, 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
The Cavenagh

The Cavenagh

3.5 out of 5
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT
The price is P3,501 per night from Sep 8 to Sep 9
P3,501
P3,852 total
Sep 8 - Sep 9
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Darwin. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (962 reviews)
"Fabulous position, short walk to waterfront & bus terminal. Venue perhaps a little 'tired' but pool area excellent, Rooms clean & well serviced. Staff amazing, very helpful & courteous, shout out to Joy-Joy receptionist & front of house for accommodation. Good live entertainment. Food good, menu ..."

Reviewed on Jul 30, 2025

The Cavenagh
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Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens

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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.

Stuart Park
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Cullen Bay

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

Cullen Bay
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
Aquascene showing marine life

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.

Larrakeyah
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Parap

Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.

Parap
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Fannie Bay

Travelers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fannie Bay

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