Driver Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 relaxing 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
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Our pick of the best Driver Hotel Deals
Palms City Resort
Room was lovely, only stayed one night due to flight the next day. We had a bungalow room which had its own bbq. Faced the pool. We stayed here 10 years ago and standard was still as good. Staff were very friendly and helpful. Definately recommend.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Great staff especially at check in
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hilton Darwin
Spotless room, great location, best hotel I’ve stayed in in Darwin
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
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
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Very good rooms and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Leea Darwin
Pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Driver
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.
Knuckey Lagoon
Travellers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Hidden Valley
Travellers like the parks in Hidden Valley, and Hidden Valley Raceway is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Howard Springs
You'll enjoy the parks and entertainment venues in Howard Springs. You might want to make time for a stop at Howard Springs Nature Park or Howard Springs Hunting Reserve.
Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.
Eaton
You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, TIO Stadium and Marrara Sports Complex are just a few notable stops.
