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The Adelaide River snakes its way south from the Van Diemen Gulf, through Djukbinj National Park, to the Adelaide River settlement on the... read more
Step back in time and explore Northern Territory heritage. The Australian Aviation Heritage Centre, located in Winnellie, Darwin, houses... read more
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Casuarina Coastal Reserve protects a large coastal area between the mouth of Rapid Creek and Lee Point in Darwin. The highlights of the... read more
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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... read more
Dotted with sunken ships from World War II, Cyclone Tracy and confiscated Indonesian fishing vessels, Darwin Harbour is surrounded by scenic... read more
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... read more
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The East Point Military Museum was originally set up as an artillery museum by the Royal Australian Artillery Association to exhibit photographs... read more
The spectacular Florence Falls, found in Litchfield National Park, cascade into a plunge pool, set in a pocket of monsoon forest... read more
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Holmes Jungle Nature Park protects one of the few remaining areas of monsoon forest in the Darwin area. Large numbers of birds, mammals... read more
Come and meet some of the Northern Territory's unique marine life. Established in 1971, as a private research project, Indo Pacific Marine... read more
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... read more
The complex freestanding sandstone block and pillar formations of the Lost City, in Litchfield National Park, suggest the ruins of a long... read more
Experience the atmosphere and flavours of the famous sunset markets. Enjoy the tropical night air at Darwin's Mindil Beach Sunset Markets... read more
Set in a tropical garden on the Darwin Harbour at Bullocky Point is the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT)... read more
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... read more
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... read more
This world acclaimed Territory Wildlife Park is nestled in 400 hectares of natural bushland and only a 45 minute drive south of Darwin... read more
The Esplanade in Darwin stretches along Darwin Harbour, facing west to take advantage of some fantastic sunsets – no visit to Darwin is... read more
Located 80 kilometres north of Darwin, the Tiwi Islands are the combination of Bathurst and Melville Islands and collectively the Aboriginal... read more
Wangi Falls is perhaps Litchfield National Park's most popular attraction. The Falls flow into a large, easily accessible swimming hole... read more
Experience the atmosphere and flavours of the famous sunset markets.
Enjoy the tropical night air at Darwin’s Mindil Beach Sunset Markets every Thursday and Sunday evening between May and October. The markets have a multitude of stalls offering international cuisine, arts, crafts and entertainment. Their unique combination of great food and an electric atmosphere make a visit a must do.
The market boasts up to 60 food stalls featuring cuisine from Turkey, Greece, Sri Lanka, South America, North Africa, India and all over South East Asia. Enjoy a picnic dinner on the beach whilst experiencing a spectacular tropical sunset. Afterwards, take time to look around approximately 200 stalls which include masseurs, tarot readers, leatherworkers, artists, tailors and jewellers. While browsing, listen to the free live street theatre, magicians and an array of local and international buskers.
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