The Gardens Travel Guide

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George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens showing a garden
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens which includes a park
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens which includes a park
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Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes street performance, performance art and night scenes

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.

Mindil Beach
Mindil Beach Sunset Market

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.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens which includes a waterfall

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.

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

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

A museum with something for everyone, featuring aboriginal art, tropical storms, Australian wildlife, a hall full of boats and a crocodile named “Sweetheart”.

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

SKYCITY Casino

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

Activities

Cathedral Termite Mounds

Litchfield Premium Day Tour, 10 guests only, lunch included

NZ$305
per adult
Litchfield Premium Day Tour, 10 guests only, lunch included
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

NZ$183
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Top End Safari Camp

Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour

NZ$772
per adult
Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour
Includes 1 hour Discover Darwin Harbour Cruise

Darwin Distilled Land and Sea Story Tour

NZ$165
per adult
Darwin Distilled Land and Sea Story Tour
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

NZ$61
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

NZ$217
per traveller
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove
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Our pick of the best The Gardens Hotel Deals

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is NZ$247 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$247
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The staff were very nice and courteous.Had an excellent experience"

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Nomiki across the avenue

Nomiki across the avenue

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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 ...
Top experience
"Everything we wanted."

Reviewed on 6 Aug. 2023

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Nomiki across the avenue
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is NZ$212 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$212
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Nice comfortable unit clean and practical for our 2 nights . Dryer wasn’t working and hung clothes on chairs on the balcony which flew off during the night . Second night was unsettling.. loud people on top of us and then evacuation alarm next door had us up from 3 am . Not Oaks fault but wasn’t ..."

Reviewed on 9 Sep. 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is NZ$187 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$187
6 Oct - 7 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! (1,000 reviews)
"Loved the low rise setup. Very central. Public transport all around us."

Reviewed on 7 Sep. 2025

Palms City Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is NZ$193 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$193
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (995 reviews)
"Incredible hotel great location but they need to ensure that the dinner dining option is available within a reasonable time not late like 9:30pm not acceptable"

Reviewed on 5 Sep. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

Mercure Darwin Airport Resort

4 out of 5
1 Sir Norman Brearley Drive, Eaton, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$191 per night from 14 Oct to 15 Oct
NZ$191
14 Oct - 15 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and Darwin Waterfront ...
7.8/10 Good! (997 reviews)
"Conveniently located but always expensive compared to city hotels"

Reviewed on 7 Sep. 2025

Mercure Darwin Airport 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

4.5/5(52 area reviews)

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

Cullen Bay
Darwin featuring street scenes

Darwin City Centre

4/5(1,671 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
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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Fannie Bay

Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fannie Bay

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