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.
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.
Nightcliff
Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and Marrara Sports Complex 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.
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 Marrara Sports Complex or TIO Stadium.
Palms City Resort
Great breakfast, great location, great staff! Recommend it 100%!
Reviewed on 2026/4/11
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Staff in restaurant were great and the food in the evening was very good, we returned Staff on reception varied, one was not helpful when we queried the restaurant closing time vs kitchen closing for orders which we had not been told about A notice is now available, but she seemed to think that telling ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/4
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Very dated.
Reviewed on 2026/3/23
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
- Bed was wobbly, uncomfortable, and felt small for what it was supposed to be - the credit for breakfast was the price of most menu items, which would be fine if it included coffee. But it doesn't. Only includes hot water and instant (unfiltered) coffee. You have to pay extra for each cup of real ...
Reviewed on 2026/4/12
Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
A little rough but very comfortable
Reviewed on 2026/3/29
Quest Palmerston
Studio comfortable for overnight stay
Reviewed on 2026/4/5
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
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.
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
Explore the waterfront in Darwin with a trip to Cullen Bay Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
