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Adelaide River
The Adelaide River snakes its way south from the Van Diemen Gulf, through Djukbinj National Park, to the Adelaide River settlement on the Stuart Highway... read more
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre
Step back in time and explore Northern Territory heritage. The Australian Aviation Heritage Centre, located in Winnellie, Darwin, houses an impressive... read more
Australian Pearling Exhibition
Fascinated by the adventure and mystery of pearling? The timeless appeal of the exotic pearl has fascinated men and women for centuries. Valued for its... read more
Casuarina Beach
Casuarina Coastal Reserve protects a large coastal area between the mouth of Rapid Creek and Lee Point in Darwin. The highlights of the Reserve are white... read more
Crocodylus Park
Crocodylus Park, located in Berrimah, a short distance from Darwin, is one of the best places in Australia to come face to face with the largest reptiles... read more
Cullen Bay
Cullen Bay is a recently developed complex of serviced apartments, luxury houses, shops and restaurants overlooking the Marina at Myilly Point, a few minutes... read more
Darwin
Darwin, the Northern Territory’s vibrant capital, is a city with influences that are as much Asian as they are western. A city with dozens of nationalities... read more
Darwin Harbour
Dotted with sunken ships from World War II, Cyclone Tracy and confiscated Indonesian fishing vessels, Darwin Harbour is surrounded by scenic mangroves... read more
Deckchair Cinema
The moon is out, the stars are twinkling and it is a pleasant Darwin evening, but what is there to do? The Deckchair Cinema is the answer. Located in the... read more
East Point
The East Point peninsular is a wonderful recreational area with extensive walking and cycling paths, relaxing picnic areas with free barbecue facilities... read more
East Point Military Museum
The East Point Military Museum was originally set up as an artillery museum by the Royal Australian Artillery Association to exhibit photographs and artefacts... read more
Florence Falls
The spectacular Florence Falls, found in Litchfield National Park, cascade into a plunge pool, set in a pocket of monsoon forest. Take a refreshing dip... read more
Fogg Dam Conservation Area
Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve is one of several parks in the lower Adelaide River catchment that provide havens for wildlife amongst Darwin's developing... read more
Holmes Jungle Nature Park
Holmes Jungle Nature Park protects one of the few remaining areas of monsoon forest in the Darwin area. Large numbers of birds, mammals and reptiles breed... read more
Indo Pacific Marine
Come and meet some of the Northern Territory’s unique marine life. Established in 1971, as a private research project, Indo Pacific Marine is a privately... read more
Litchfield National Park
Litchfield National Park is an easy hour-and-a-half journey from Darwin, and is one of the Top End’s hidden treasures. This unspoiled wilderness is boasts... read more
Lost City, Litchfield National Park
The complex freestanding sandstone block and pillar formations of the Lost City, in Litchfield National Park, suggest the ruins of a long forgotten civilisation... read more
Mindil Beach
Experience the atmosphere and flavours of the famous sunset markets. Enjoy the tropical night air at Darwin’s Mindil Beach Sunset Markets every Thursday... read more
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Set in a tropical garden on the Darwin Harbour at Bullocky Point is the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT). The MAGNT collections... read more
Parap Markets
Tantalise your senses with a mixture of Asian cuisine and the aroma of fresh coffee.The Parap Village Market is a great place to shop and a favourite... read more
Shady Camp
Shady Camp, located along Point Stuart Road, 150 kilometres east of Darwin, is a popular spot for anglers, with a boat ramp onto the lower reaches of the... read more
Territory Wildlife Park
This world acclaimed Territory Wildlife Park is nestled in 400 hectares of natural bushland and only a 45 minute drive south of Darwin. The park showcases... read more
The Esplanade
The Esplanade in Darwin stretches along Darwin Harbour, facing west to take advantage of some fantastic sunsets – no visit to Darwin is complete without... read more
Tiwi Islands
Located 80 kilometres north of Darwin, the Tiwi Islands are the combination of Bathurst and Melville Islands and collectively the Aboriginal population... read more
Wangi Falls
Wangi Falls is perhaps Litchfield National Park's most popular attraction. The Falls flow into a large, easily accessible swimming hole surrounded by lush... read more

Darwin and Surrounds Information

Darwin, the Northern Territory’s vibrant capital, is a city with influences that are as much Asian as they are western. A city with dozens of nationalities sharing an easy-going lifestyle, Darwin is located on a peninsular with the sea on three sides. It is a place unvisited by winter where the weather can usually be described as either balmy or sultry. Darwin is well appointed, possessing most of the amenities expected of a much larger city. Watching sunsets and storms are something of a local pastime, and after a cleansing rain shower you can almost hear things growing.

Half an hour south of Darwin is Berry Springs Nature Park, a swimming and recreational area and the popular Territory Wildlife Park is just next door. Operating on the nearby Adelaide River, regular jumping crocodile cruises provide the chance to see saltwater crocodiles propel themselves from the water. Further south along the Stuart Highway is Litchfield National Park, a great place to cool off beneath cascading waterfalls and view attractions such as unique magnetic termite mounds, monsoonal rainforests and tumbling rocky waterholes.

To the north of Darwin are the Tiwi Islands where visitors can share in the culture of the Tiwi people. Take an organised tour and purchase some local art and crafts, chat with some of the local Tiwi ladies over a pot of billy tea, or fish the clear waters surrounding the islands.