Visiting Darwin

Welcome to Darwin

Darwin offers a wide range of world-class experiences.

From the sparkling harbour and WWII history to the city’s Asian-influenced food and tropical outdoor lifestyle, Darwin is an adventurers’ paradise.

Local markets are also a big part of Darwin’s personality.

Darwin’s history and heritage is vast, diverse and captivating in every way.

Getting to Darwin

FLIGHTS

Darwin International Airport is serviced by many domestic and regional airline carriers. Flights mainly operate out of Australia’s capital cities and generally take between 3 – 4 hours.

Qantas flies into Darwin regularly with flights leaving from Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Adelaide, Perth and Cairns. Other airlines do not service the airport as frequently from as many destinations. Airport Transfers and car hire companies are available at Darwin Airport.

Domestic Airlines

Regional Airlines

AIRPORT CONNECTIONS

Travelling to and from Darwin airport is easy thanks to a number of options including taxi, uber, car rental, shuttle bus, public buses and ridesharing.

taxi:

Blue taxis – https://bluetaxi.com.au/ ph: +61 138294

Darwin Radio taxis – https://www.darwinradiotaxis.com.au/ ph: +61 131 008

Local Attractions

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

The Mindil Beach Sunset Market is the heart of Darwin’s cultural melting pot and truly epitomises the word ‘multicultural’.

The Market sees the congregation of over 200 unique stalls, ranging from food stalls offering incredible local and international cuisine to an array of arts, crafts and services stalls. We support and provide opportunity for artists from all genres of creative and performing arts to showcase their talent. This combination of amazing food, arts and culture, set to the backdrop of the spectacular sunset, creates an electric atmosphere.

Pudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tours

100% Aboriginal Owned and Operated. Operating a self drive option to arrive for the commencement of the 10.30am or 4.30pm tour daily or join one of our city shuttle combo transfer that combines the Pudakul Aboriginal Cultural Tour with either a 1 hour Spectacular Jumping Crocodile cruise at or a 1 hour Corroborree billabong boat cruise in time to link in for the 10.30am tour. These three tour options are one of the most greatest tours that Darwin has to offer.

Airbourne Solutions Helicopter Tours

For the experience of a lifetime. We feel a Heli Adventure will exceed your expectations by giving you superior access to unique locations in an exclusive journey of discovery.

At Airborne Solutions, it is all about personalised first class service right from the beginning when our friendly staff confirm all arrangements, including special requests – anything from dietary requirements to special interests such as Aboriginal rock art. Nothing is too much trouble.

All our pilots have in-depth regional knowledge, We specialise in high quality scenic flights, charters and luxurious extended tours, teaming up with some first class attractions and local Territory operators to provide exceptional ground tour components.

Wildlands Wetlands Safari Cruises

Guided airboat tours and river cruises at Corroboree Billabong; an amazing wetland ecosystem with colourful flora lined waterways, many types of native birds, buffalo and crocodiles (saltwater & freshwater). Conceived from a mutual awe for the wetlands and surrounding habitats, Wildlands Wetlands Safari Cruises is a concept born from a collective of over 75 years of living and experiencing everything the Northern Territory has to offer.

Situated at Corroboree Billabong, just 90 minutes drive from the city of Darwin along the Arnhem Highway, you can explore this amazing wetland system by gliding across the floodplains on an airboat or by cruising along the waterways in custom-made boats.

Crocosaurus Cove

Crocosaurus Cove, located in the heart of Darwin city, allows visitors a unique, up close and personal view of Australia’s iconic Saltwater Crocodiles. Bringing together some of the largest Saltwater Crocodiles in Australia & boasting the World’s largest display of Australian reptiles, Crocosaurus Cove is a must see attraction when visiting Darwin and the Top End.

Bring your bathers and “Swim with the Crocs” jump on our “Fishing for Crocs” platform and smile for the camera while holding a baby Saltwater Crocodile. Crocosaurus Cove is also home to the famous, Cage of Death. The only cage in the world that brings you face to face with some of the largest Saltwater Crocodiles in captivity.

Art Galleries

The world’s oldest living culture is found in the Top End, a place that the Aboriginal people of Northern Australia have called home for more than 40,000 years. Here, you can explore rock art sites, sample bush tucker or learn traditional weaving and hunting techniques.

Indigenous art is thriving in many communities throughout the Top End’s tropical outback. Visit the galleries in Maningrida, Oenpelli, the Tiwi Islands and Yirrkala, exhibiting both contemporary and indigenous art. While buying art direct from these communities is a unique experience, indigenous art can also be conveniently purchased from the many art and craft outlets in and around Darwin, Kakadu and Katherine.

There is an abundance of art galleries to explore here

Dining

Darwin a modern dining delight

Darwin’s close proximity to Asia and ocean of fresh catches combine to make Darwin a modern dining delight.

From a famous laksa at one of the Iconic Markets, an all-inclusive sunset cruise, or a bush tucker tour, Darwin really does offer it all!

Check out the range of dining options.

Explore Darwin

To find out more of what Darwin has to offer visit www.northernterritory.com or www.tourismtopend.com.au