Read up before you go
Neighbourhood guides, itineraries and seasonal ideas for getting the best out of Darwin.
Neighbourhood guides
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Mindil Beach, Darwin: The Local Guide
Plan a Darwin day from Mindil Beach with waterfront history, crocodiles, tropical gardens, coastal walks, family recreation and spring-fed swimming.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Fannie Bay, Darwin: The Local Guide
From harbourfront history to spring-fed swimming holes, here’s how to explore Darwin from Fannie Bay with coastal walks, wildlife and green spaces.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Cullen Bay, Darwin: The Local Guide
Base yourself in Cullen Bay and explore Darwin's waterfront, crocodiles, aviation history, swimming holes, beaches and tropical gardens.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Parap, Darwin: The Local Guide
Plan a Darwin day from Parap with spring-fed swimming, harbour attractions, aviation history, crocodiles, tropical gardens and sunset foreshore walks.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Nightcliff, Darwin: The Local Guide
From Nightcliff’s sunset foreshore to quiet northern beaches, spring-fed swimming holes and Darwin’s best museums, this is a practical guide to the area.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Waterfront, Darwin: The Local Guide
From the Darwin Waterfront and WWII history to swimming holes, beaches and tropical parks, here’s how to plan a better day around Darwin.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Casuarina, Darwin: The Local Guide
A local guide to Casuarina and Darwin’s best beaches, swimming spots, gardens, wildlife attractions, museums and waterfront walks.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Palmerston, Darwin: The Local Guide
Plan Darwin and Palmerston days around waterfront history, crocodiles, tropical gardens, natural swimming holes, family parks and northern beaches.
Read guide →
neighbourhoodThings to Do in Darwin CBD, Darwin: The Local Guide
From harbour history and crocodiles to tropical gardens, sunset foreshore walks and spring-fed swimming holes, here’s how to spend time in and around Darwin CBD.
Read guide →Roundups
roundupDarwin Nightlife: The Best Bars & Live Music
From Mitchell Street cocktails to Cullen Bay sunsets, here’s how to choose Darwin bars for a relaxed, social night out.
Read guide →roundupFree Things to Do in Darwin
From tropical gardens and harbourfront walks to natural swimming holes and a free family water park, Darwin offers plenty of ways to spend a day outdoors.
Read guide →roundupDarwin With Kids: Family-Friendly Things to Do
From wave pools and free splash parks to spring-fed swimming holes, wildlife and shady coastal reserves, these are Darwin’s best family-friendly outings.
Read guide →roundupThe Best Coffee in Darwin
From CBD kopi and specialty coffee to waffles, markets and waterside cafés, these are Darwin’s most useful coffee stops by suburb and occasion.
Read guide →roundupWhere to Eat in Darwin: The Local Food Guide
From kopi and waffles in the CBD to Greek sharing plates, waterfront sunsets and Palmerston neighbourhood meals, here’s where to eat in Darwin.
Read guide →