The Gardens Travel Guide

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A sunset over a body of water with several boats.
A park with a paved path, a wooden bench, and large trees.
A lush park with a variety of trees, including a prominent eucalyptus and a large oak tree.
A rural garden with a dirt path, various plants, and trees.
A sunset over a crowded beach with people enjoying the view.

Stay near popular The Gardens attractions

A sandy beach with people, a clear blue sky, and green trees.

Mindil Beach

8.8/10 (1,795 reviews)
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.
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Activities

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

NZ$53
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Picture 3 for Activity Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

NZ$67
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully

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

NZ$20
per adult
Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip

Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip

NZ$202
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

NZ$36
per adult
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
girls watching alligator jumping

Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise

NZ$213
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise
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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$442 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$442
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"It has the best infinity pool"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Nomiki across the avenue

Nomiki across the avenue

parap NT
Stay at this golf apartment in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and The Esplanade are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (25 reviews)
"Great place to stay. Next to Botanical Gardens. Central to where we want to go. Great parking facilities"

Reviewed on 8 June 2026

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Nomiki across the avenue
Darwin Studio Botanic Gardens Apartment with Free WIFI

Darwin Studio Botanic Gardens Apartment with Free WIFI

The Gardens NT
Stay at this golf apartment in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, private pools and a garden. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and The Esplanade are located nearby.
8.8/10 Excellent! (8 reviews)
"This room has everything. We just wanted a reasonably priced, clean room with a kitchen, shower and toilet. It was perfect as we didn’t spend a lot of time in there other than to sleep. We loved how we could walk down to the Botanic Gardens cafe for breakfast every morning. The area was quiet and ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

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Darwin Studio Botanic Gardens Apartment with Free WIFI
The Leea Darwin

The Leea Darwin

4 out of 5
64 Cavenagh St Darwin NT
The price is NZ$339 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$339
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"I believe this is the best hotel in Darwin. Elegant, clean and everything was easy. Good breakfast and great bathroom"

Reviewed on 21 June 2026

The Leea Darwin
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

4 out of 5
81 Smith Street Darwin NT
The price is NZ$363 per night from 18 July to 19 July
NZ$363
18 July - 19 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 6 July 2026

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
Rydges Darwin Central

Rydges Darwin Central

4 out of 5
21 Knuckey Street Darwin NT
The price is NZ$390 per night from 14 July to 15 July
NZ$390
14 July - 15 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"The nightclub across the alley from this location played extremely loud music all night making it impossible to sleep. We were lucky to have an alternate room arranged for us at midnight on Friday, other families were not so fortunate. The assistant told us they have complained multiple times to ..."

Reviewed on 30 June 2026

Rydges Darwin Central
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Our guide on where to stay in The Gardens

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A large alligator in a clear pool with a person in a transparent cylindrical enclosure.

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.

A meal with a burger, fries, onion rings, and fried items on a wooden table.
Photo by Stuart Samuels
Open Photo by Stuart Samuels

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.

A stone archway and a white building with a curved roof, surrounded by trees and a clear sky.

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.

A marina with multiple sailboats docked at wooden piers, a covered walkway, and a building with outdoor seating.

Cullen Bay

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

A wooden pier extending into the sea during twilight with people and bicycles.
Photo by Shannon Moloney
Open Photo by Shannon Moloney

Nightcliff

While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Marrara Sports Complex.

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