Title: Visit Top End: Best of Top End Tourism | Expedia Travel Guide - Expedia.com [Hotels in Top End](https://expedia.com/Top-End-Hotels.d6052534.Travel-Guide-Hotels)[Vacation Rentals in Top End](https://expedia.com/Top-End-Vacation-Rentals.d6052534.Travel-Guide-VacationRentals)[Flights to Top End](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Top-End.d6052534.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Car Rentals in Top End](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Top-End.d6052534.Car-Rental-Guide)[Top End Vacation Packages](https://expedia.com/Top-End.d6052534.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Top End ## Travel Guide ![Top End](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6353951/fa32e817-452a-4a2b-874b-92850e70e313.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Top End](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6354199/6a4ed074-c7ee-45ad-812b-fee48a7075bf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Top End](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6052540/937dc42f-12f1-44e0-a42c-eb6ecda17879.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Top End](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6125078/5a85d8b2-c107-4647-a955-1f28d8a68901.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Top End](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6581/68d9493c-2f9f-4eab-91b8-55750513dbd9.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Top End Where to stay Things to do ### Where to stay in Top End ![Darwin showing street scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965823/39df03ba-b348-4434-94b2-bc33d0488f09.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Darwin City Centre 4/5(75 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Darwin-City-Centre.dx6131318) ![Darwin Australia - February 22, 2019: Town Hall Ruins downtown now set in green park under blue sky with white clouds. Couple of standing walls are left.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131326/b0ebbfae-6d36-4d80-ada4-3fa20460618c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Palmerston.dx6131326) ![Fried veg from Frying Nemo. Some great vegan food. #Trovember](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633975961998/29eddfad-1a44-4700-86c7-ee2da5f9c087.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Stuart Park Though Stuart Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino. [](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Stuart-Park.dx553248633975961998) ![Cullen Bay Marina yachts in Darwin](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635976400654/0a08cd30-5bcc-410e-ba0c-758df207fae3.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Cullen Bay While visiting Cullen Bay, you might make a stop by sights like Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach. [](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Cullen-Bay.dx553248635976400654) ![Magnetic Termite Mounds in Litchfield National Park, Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634374218836/3a97dc63-170a-4fa4-aad1-e314930900d8.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Eaton.dx553248634374218836) ![Pier at Nightcliff! Spectacular sunsets!!!](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181602/f011f90a-e1b8-4073-ab01-955879282cfb.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Nightcliff Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and Marrara Sports Complex are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Nightcliff.dx181602) [See our Where To Stay guide](https://expedia.com/Top-End.dx6052534.Where-To-Stay?rfrr=TG.LP.Dest.Neighborhoods) - Top End Hotel Deals - Vacation Rentals in Top End ![Palms City Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2660000/2654300/2654225/5eb2a97c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Palms City Resort 64 Esplanade Darwin NT Fully refundable $102 nightly $112 total Mar 31 - Apr 1 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) I really liked this gotel. I stsyed in a bungalow and it was lovely, in amongst lush plants. Laundry room shared using tokens from the front desk. Staff friendly and helpful. Right on the ocean park so you can walk the park and get the ocean views. Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F31%2F2026&endDate=4%2F1%2F2026&selected=2654225&PinnedHotelID=2654225&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052534) ![Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7520000/7518700/7518633/f89b2a45_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel 31 Woods Street Darwin NT $103 nightly $113 total Apr 6 - Apr 7 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Ideal position. Clean room with a beautiful view.All staff we met were very polite and helpful. Bar and restaurant good, could have had a few more choices in restaurant. Reviewed on Mar 25, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=4%2F6%2F2026&endDate=4%2F7%2F2026&selected=7518633&PinnedHotelID=7518633&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052534) ![Mindil Beach Casino Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43472/1c9a20e3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mindil Beach Casino Resort Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT $109 nightly $120 total Mar 30 - Mar 31 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews) Very dated. Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F30%2F2026&endDate=3%2F31%2F2026&selected=43472&PinnedHotelID=43472&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6052534) [See all 745 properties in Top End](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=3%2F28%2F2026&endDate=3%2F29%2F2026®ionId=6052534) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply. ![Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9410000/9405300/9405243/b0be41f1_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin 6 Carey Street Darwin NT Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,731 reviews) Great location, old facilities like the rest of Darwin, room servicing is the only negative. Reviewed on Mar 20, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Hotels-Ramada-Suites-By-Wyndham-Zen-Quarter-Darwin.h9405243.Hotel-Information) ![Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2750000/2740500/2740402/a0c7fb46_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments 146 Dick Ward Drive Coconut Grove NT Stay at this aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions Mindil ... 7.8/10 Good! (517 reviews) Reception lady was rude, the room was disgustingly dirty.we checked straight out refusing to stay people were hanging around. I had another customer lget verbally aggressive at me because i told the reception lady that the room was filthy & the people hanging around didbt seem safe... Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Hotels-Coconut-Grove-Holiday-Apartments.h2740402.Hotel-Information) ![Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2400000/2393100/2393069/69d32199_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront 7 Kitchener Drive Darwin NT Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,164 reviews) We had a great stay at the Darwin waterfront. Lots of resturants within walking distance. 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[](https://expedia.com/Darwin-Waterfront-Darwin-City-Centre.d6247958.Vacation-Attraction) ![Kakadu National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086829/cb49576b-a925-48ae-bb25-9bb8490387ae.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Kakadu National Park 4.5/5(9 reviews) This protected expanse of grassy plains, maroon-coloured cliffs and monsoon rivers offers some of the best hiking, boating, and camping opportunities in Australia. [](https://expedia.com/Kakadu-National-Park-Northern-Territory.d6086829.Vacation-Attraction) ![The Esplanade](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965823/c8fccced-493c-4e52-9172-ae25a62eee6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Esplanade 4.5/5(30 reviews) Just a couple blocks from Darwin City Centre, this long street and bordering park offer great opportunities to appreciate nature, recreation and history. [](https://expedia.com/The-Esplanade-Darwin-City-Centre.d553248621526965823.Vacation-Attraction) ![Mindil Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086861/7fd12aab-47d8-4fe5-b81c-23ad2e28071c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Mindil Beach 4/5(14 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Mindil-Beach-The-Gardens.d6086861.Vacation-Attraction) ![Litchfield National Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086841/c5c977a8-3ad0-4e16-9f3b-6273611062c0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.com/Litchfield-National-Park-Litchfield-Park.d6086841.Vacation-Attraction) ![Cullen Bay Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6216141/3e7617a3-d5a5-4ace-a8df-c11cccde1b3e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Cullen Bay Marina 4.5/5(10 reviews) From early morning fishing excursions to evening sunset viewing, this waterfront spot north of downtown Darwin is filled with activity. [](https://expedia.com/Cullen-Bay-Marina-Larrakeyah.d6216141.Vacation-Attraction)