City of Gunn-Palmerston Travel Guide
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Where to stay in City of Gunn-Palmerston

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.

Gunn
Howard Springs Nature Park is one noteworthy place to stop while you're exploring Gunn and the surrounding area.

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin
"Bar staff were fantastic"
Reviewed on 22 May 2026

Quest Palmerston
"It was slippery during wet season in front of the reception"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

The Leea Darwin
"Great location and friendly staff. Lovely breakfast and restaurant food on an evening. Best shower I've had in a hotel. Unfortunately, the pool area was being upgraded during my stay (of which I was aware), but I was given a free voucher for entry to the wave lagoon as an alternative."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026

Quest Palmerston
"It was slippery during wet season in front of the reception"
Reviewed on 30 May 2026

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
"Loved the unit had everything I needed. Nice view, great pool and rooftop bar, plus excellent parking."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
"The positives. It was close to the event we were in town for. And at least it had free parking. The staff were friendly. The negatives. The area was an undesirable location. Which explains the Fort Knox style car park and security gate to get into the complex. The room it self was ok but the couch ..."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
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.

Mindil Beach
On this local stretch of surf you'll find markets and music, beach walks and food-stalls – a place where Aborigine, Asian, Australian and Med-cuisines meet.

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.

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.

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.
Activities

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise

Darwin: Hand Feed Fish at Aquascene, Doctors Gully

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully

Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
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