Top End

Travel Guide

I will never forget #FoggDam, just off the Arnhem Highway, near Darwin - Australia.  
The amazing thing was that one can drive across the dam wall, seeing beauty in all directions; however, one could only stop in a few designated areas because of the risk of saltwater crocodiles.  
Well stop we did!  
I saw an abundance of flora and fauna.  The birdlife was amazing, forever impregnated in my vision and not on my little iPhone.  
Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve lies in the Adelaide and Mary River Floodplains with year round accessibility.  
There are also some adjacent, designated walking tracks if one has time!  For me, I spent my time looking for lillys and bird watching!  
This photo was taken mid May during a #roadtrip around the Top End of the #NorthernTerritory.  
#iPhoneonly
I will never forget #FoggDam, just off the Arnhem Highway, near Darwin - Australia.  
The amazing thing was that one can drive across the dam wall, seeing beauty in all directions; however, one could only stop in a few designated areas because of the risk of saltwater crocodiles.  
Well stop we did!  
I saw an abundance of flora and fauna.  The birdlife was amazing, forever impregnated in my vision and not on my little iPhone.  
Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve lies in the Adelaide and Mary River Floodplains with year round accessibility.  
There are also some adjacent, designated walking tracks if one has time!  For me, I spent my time looking for lillys and bird watching!  
This photo was taken mid May during a #roadtrip around the Top End of the #NorthernTerritory.  
#iPhoneonly
Wangi Falls in Litchfield NP.
I went to Ubirr to watch the sunset!  
The first thing to amaze me were the 360degree views at the top of the rocky outcrop, different in each 90degree arc.  This view looks west and I was totally blessed.  
There is some smoke haze on the horizon, from seasonal burning in preparation for the dry season in Kakadu #NationalPark.  
Ubirr is easily accessible from the nearby township of Jabiru by road, then a walk and easy clamber over rocks to get to the top.  The twilight descent was easy with the park ranger nearby!  
Kakadu is a #UnescoWorldHeritageSite in the Northern Territory of #Australia. 
#ILoveaSunburntCountry
#GoldenHour
#RoadTrip
#iPhoneonly
#hiking Ubirr
Mataranka Thermal Pool is worth a visit. Such a lovely place.

Where to stay in Top End

Darwin showing street scenes

Darwin City Centre

4/5(33 area reviews)

Darwin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smith Street Mall or The Esplanade.

Darwin City Centre
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.

Palmerston

Palmerston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the larger area, you might add a stop by Howard Springs Nature Park to your list.

Palmerston
Fried veg from Frying Nemo. Some great vegan food.

#Trovember

Stuart Park

While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.

Stuart Park
Cullen Bay Marina yachts in Darwin

Cullen Bay

If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Cullen Bay
Pier at Nightcliff! Spectacular sunsets!!!

Nightcliff

While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and TIO Stadium.

Nightcliff
Mindil Beach which includes general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views

The Gardens

Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out SKYCITY Casino or Mindil Beach Sunset Market while you're exploring the area.

The Gardens
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade Darwin NT
Fully refundable
The price is HK$904 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
HK$904
HK$1,030 total
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Clean room. Nice size, but there was quite a bit of noise at night time - people running around and screaming and shouting.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Palms City Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT
The price is HK$871 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
HK$871
HK$958 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
The room was basic and not very clean. Linen was good. View from Balcony over looking drive way was terrible, it was so disappointing. Main bed needs a bedside table bith sides. Ammenities and pool was fantastic.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Hilton Darwin

Hilton Darwin

5 out of 5
32 Mitchell Street Darwin NT
The price is HK$1,061 per night from 21 Mar to 22 Mar
HK$1,061
HK$1,167 total
21 Mar - 22 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Darwin. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9/10 Wonderful! (83 reviews)
Enjoyed our stay at the Hilton Staff were amazing

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Hilton Darwin
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

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

4 out of 5
6 Carey Street Darwin NT
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,727 reviews)
Great room with large kitchen including laundry, living room and dining area, plus 2 bedrooms. Our room had a HUGE balcony off of it with dining table. So nice. The rooftop restaurant/bar was awesome! We had some drinks and enjoyed complimenting snacks and the kids loved the massage chairs. Special ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

4.5 out of 5
7 Kitchener Drive Darwin NT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront and The ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,163 reviews)
Hot water was an issue. On my first day, a staff member came to my room and confirmed that

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

3.5 out of 5
146 Dick Ward Drive Coconut Grove NT
Stay at this aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Mindil ...
7.8/10 Good! (515 reviews)
Room had mould very un inviting

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
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.

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