Best Bars in Darwin CBD
Looking for the best bars in Darwin CBD? We've gathered 16 standout spots in this corner of Darwin, each ranked by our independent Spot Score so the strongest picks rise to the top. Darwin CBD has its own character, and the bars here reflect it — from neighbourhood favourites locals keep to themselves to places worth a special trip across town. Use the filters to narrow by price, rating, what's open right now and the features that matter to you, then open the map to plan your visit around what else is nearby. We re-check details regularly, so opening hours and information stay current.
From rooftop and laneway bars to intimate cocktail dens, Darwin rewards a bit of wandering after dark. The picks below cover the spectrum — wine bars, craft cocktails and buzzy late-night spots alike.
16 spots in Darwin CBD
Hotel Darwin
$$Burgers, pizza & shared plates served in a busy, sports-centric pub with large-screen TVs & a patio.
Charlie's of Darwin
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Hanky Panky Lounge
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The Trader Bar
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Zen Rooftop Bar
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Monsoons Darwin
$$Rollicking bar/restaurant with live music & club nights dishing up pub grub standards & pizza.
Babylon Bar Darwin
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Bar Kokomo
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Smoke & Oak
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Sweethearts
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Flick’s
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Punters Bar
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Mayberry
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Poco Bar
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The liquor bar on stokes hill wharf
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ALUNA Nightclub & Lounge
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Bars in Darwin CBD — FAQs
What are the best bars in Darwin CBD?+
The bars in Darwin CBD listed here are ranked by our Spot Score — our independent editorial rating out of 100, combining reputation, popularity, category fit and how recently we verified the details. The highest scorers appear first.
How many bars are there in Darwin CBD?+
We currently feature 16 bars in Darwin CBD, and we add and re-check venues regularly so the list stays current.
How do I get to Darwin CBD in Darwin?+
Darwin CBD is one of Darwin's neighbourhoods — open any venue's page for its exact location, nearby public-transport stops and a map. See our Getting Around guide for tickets and fares.