Spotlight on Darwin - Top Ten

Darwin the pearl of Northern Australia. Yes, it's a gateway to the unique and beautiful wetland National Parks of the Northern Territory, but, it's also an unconventional quirky city with quite a lot to do and fun to be had. So.... give it a few days.

Top Ten - Here's what you need to know and need to do....

I'm a dope I only have one day... 

1. Get a ticket for the Hop-on/off Bus and spend some time orientating yourself.
2. Stoke Hill Wharf - Royal Flying Doctor Service and Bombing of Darwin Harbour Experience Museum.
3. Crocosaurus - interactive reptile centre
4. Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
5. Darwin Harbour Sunset cruise and dinner (if you still have the energy)

I have at least two days - do the above plus....

1. Darwin Botanical Gardens
2. Adelaide River Jumping Crocodile Cruise
3. Waterfront Precinct - Wave pool, Saltwater Pool, Café’s, Restaurants and Microbreweries.
4. Indigenous Art buying - Smith and Mitchell St's city centre
5. Deck Chair Cinema - Darwin Harbour (April-November)

Darwin is quite famous for its markets,  your attendance will depend on what days of the week/time of year you are there.  They are quintessentially Top End so make sure you include at least one in your itinerary.

• Mindil Beach Sunset Markets - Apr - Oct,  Thu - Sun, 4 - 9pm
• Parap Markets - Saturdays 8am - 2pm
• Malak Markets - Apr - Oct, Saturdays, 4 - 9pm
• Nightcliff Markets - Sundays,  8am - 2pm
• Rapid Creek Markets - Saturday/Sunday, 7am - 2pm

You will fall in love with Darwin, just don't go troppo.

Shelley Richardson

Shelley has been working in the travel industry for over 30 years, in aviation, for tour operators and since 2016 for DriveNow. Having travelled extensively worldwide, alone, as a couple and with her family, Shelley has experience to share about how to make the most of your holiday, especially road-trips to amazing destinations.

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