The Gardens Travel Guide
Darwin
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Popular places to visit
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.
Mindil Beach Sunset Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Admire bush orchid displays, spiky palms and local bird species as you explore one of Darwin’s most diverse natural environments.
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Learn the stories behind Aboriginal paintings, local wildlife, regional archaeology and the cyclone that flattened Darwin in this gallery that has free admission.
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.
The Esplanade
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Top hotels in The Gardens
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Convenient location and local to all the restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Argus Hotel Darwin
Amazing customer service and the room was absolutely fantastic. The bed was super comfy.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Easy check in, the room is good. Nice bed and clean space. Breakfast was over cooked as we purchased the hot range. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 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 15 Nov 2025
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Very nice stay overall. Central location near the downtown area. Great views right on the harbor. Great value overall.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Palms City Resort
The property was good the staff were good, the breakfast was fine. The beds are very cheap, very uncomfortable. How hard is it to buy a mattress that actually gives you a good nights sleep
Reviewed on 13 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around The Gardens
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.
Cullen Bay
If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Darwin City Centre
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.
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 Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and Parap Village Markets.
Larrakeyah
Beaches, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Larrakeyah. Make a stop by Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
The Gardens Travel Guide
- Mindil Beach
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Darwin Waterfront
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Casuarina Beach
- Charles Darwin University
- Smith Street Mall
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Fannie Bay Race Course
- Marrara Sports Complex
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- Aquascene
- Casuarina Square
- Bicentennial Park
- Leanyer Recreation Park
