Top End
Travel Guide
Visit Top End
Where to stay in Top End
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.
Palmerston
Noted for its restaurants and shopping, you might consider exploring all Palmerston has to offer. You won't have to venture far to check out nearby attractions like Howard Springs Nature Park.
Nightcliff
Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and TIO Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Cullen Bay
While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach.
Knuckey Lagoon
Travelers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Eaton
If you're spending time in Eaton, you might enjoy its restaurants and gardens. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by TIO Stadium or Marrara Sports Complex.
Argus Hotel Darwin
Room cleanliness
Reviewed on Nov 21, 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Pool was out of order few days after cyclone. Would have booked elsewhere had we known. Queen bed was 2 uncomfortable single beds pushed together. Ocean view was fantastic. Continental breakfast was average.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
Darwin City Hotel
The room was very clean and modern, as was the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was in an excellent central location.
Reviewed on Nov 15, 2025
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Nice room, very helpful staff,great pool and rooftop area
Reviewed on Nov 26, 2025
Argus Apartments Darwin
Fantastic apartment. The building is very central and near to everything. The staff are wonderful and very friendly. The rooms are large and very clean and had everything you needed. There was a large lounge, 2 patios, fully equipped kitchen, office, laundry, 3 toilets, 2 showers and a huge bathroom. ...
Reviewed on Nov 14, 2025
Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Great location, step outside for cafes, restaurants, bars and lagoon. Property definitely needs a bit of upkeep.
Reviewed on Oct 16, 2025
Popular places to visit
Darwin Waterfront
Explore Darwin’s scenic waterfront, where you can swim in the wave pool, see turtles up close and dine in restaurants overlooking the sea.
Kakadu National Park
This protected expanse of grassy plains, maroon-coloured cliffs and monsoon rivers offers some of the best hiking, boating, and camping opportunities in Australia.
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.
The Esplanade
Just a couple blocks from Darwin City Centre, this long street and bordering park offer great opportunities to appreciate nature, recreation and history.
Litchfield National Park
Bring a camera to capture the streaming waterfalls, unique rock formations and clear swimming holes of this dynamic landscape in Australia’s Top End.
Cullen Bay Marina
From early morning fishing excursions to evening sunset viewing, this waterfront spot north of downtown Darwin is filled with activity.
