The Gardens

Darwin

The Gardens
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a park
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens which includes a park
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a park
The Gardens

Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach showing street performance, performance art and night scenes

Mindil Beach

4/5(8 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.

Mindil Beach
Mindil Beach Sunset Market

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

4.5/5(7 reviews)

You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a waterfall

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

3.5/5(6 reviews)

Admire bush orchid displays, spiky palms and local bird species as you explore one of Darwin’s most diverse natural environments.

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory featuring interior views

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

4.5/5(6 reviews)

Learn the stories behind Aboriginal paintings, local wildlife, regional archaeology and the cyclone that flattened Darwin in this gallery that has free admission.

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

SKYCITY Casino

4/5(5 reviews)

Why not roll the dice with a visit to SKYCITY Casino during your travels in Darwin? Stroll along the area's waterfront or simply savour its top-notch restaurants.

SKYCITY Casino

Mindil Beach Casino & Resort

Why not try your luck with a visit to Mindil Beach Casino & Resort during your visit to Darwin? Stroll along the beaches or experience the area's entertainment venues.

Mindil Beach Casino & Resort

Things to do

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

HK$248
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Sails Go Up Every Night

Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine

HK$857
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Tour

Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls

HK$1,668
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls
double decker bus stopping by colorfully lit building in Las Vegas

Las Vegas Night Bus Tour

HK$367
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Las Vegas Night Bus Tour
Litchfield Waterfalls Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

HK$837
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip Escape from Darwin

Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin

HK$1,750
per adult
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin
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Top hotels in The Gardens

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is HK$744 per night from 19 Nov to 20 Nov
HK$744
HK$818 total
19 Nov - 20 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Staff always very helpful and friendly. Facilities awesome and great proximity to lots of clubs along the beach walkway for evening drinks and sunset views."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Nomiki across the avenue

Nomiki across the avenue

parap
Book a stay at this golf apartment in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, private pools, and a water park. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and Darwin Waterfront are located ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (15 reviews)
"Enjoyed the pool as it was on the same level as the apartment. Easy drive/walk to beach or city."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

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Nomiki across the avenue
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

4 out of 5
81 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is HK$606 per night from 7 Nov to 8 Nov
HK$606
HK$667 total
7 Nov - 8 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is HK$527 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
HK$527
HK$579 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (624 reviews)
"Clean rooms, close to shops"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Darwin City Hotel
DCH on Mitchell

DCH on Mitchell

2.5 out of 5
50 Mitchell St, Darwin, NT
The price is HK$459 per night from 15 Nov to 16 Nov
HK$459
HK$505 total
15 Nov - 16 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach are located ...
6.2/10 (63 reviews)
"The room was clean. The air conditioning ran quiet and cool. Overall it was a very good stay."

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

DCH on Mitchell
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is HK$1,198 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
HK$1,198
HK$1,318 total
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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! (1,015 reviews)
"Our bungalow was lovely and cool when we arrived from Melbourne at 1am. The pool was much appreciated after a day exploring the waterfront and the cocktails from the Pool Bar were delicious! This property is well located, easy walking distance to everything you could want. I highly recommend this ..."

Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025

Palms City Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens

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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
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Cullen Bay

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

Cullen Bay
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
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Woolner

While Woolner may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parap Village Markets and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.

Woolner
Aquascene which includes marine life

Larrakeyah

Beaches, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Larrakeyah. Make a stop by Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring.

Larrakeyah
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Parap

Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.

Parap

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