Top End

Travel Guide

I will never forget #FoggDam, just off the Arnhem Highway, near Darwin - Australia. The amazing thing was that one can drive across the dam wall, seeing beauty in all directions; however, one could only stop in a few designated areas because of the risk of saltwater crocodiles. Well stop we did! I saw an abundance of flora and fauna. The birdlife was amazing, forever impregnated in my vision and not on my little iPhone. Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve lies in the Adelaide and Mary River Floodplains with year round accessibility. There are also some adjacent, designated walking tracks if one has time! For me, I spent my time looking for lillys and bird watching! This photo was taken mid May during a #roadtrip around the Top End of the #NorthernTerritory. #iPhoneonly
I will never forget #FoggDam, just off the Arnhem Highway, near Darwin - Australia. The amazing thing was that one can drive across the dam wall, seeing beauty in all directions; however, one could only stop in a few designated areas because of the risk of saltwater crocodiles. Well stop we did! I saw an abundance of flora and fauna. The birdlife was amazing, forever impregnated in my vision and not on my little iPhone. Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve lies in the Adelaide and Mary River Floodplains with year round accessibility. There are also some adjacent, designated walking tracks if one has time! For me, I spent my time looking for lillys and bird watching! This photo was taken mid May during a #roadtrip around the Top End of the #NorthernTerritory. #iPhoneonly
Wangi Falls in Litchfield NP.
I went to Ubirr to watch the sunset! The first thing to amaze me were the 360degree views at the top of the rocky outcrop, different in each 90degree arc. This view looks west and I was totally blessed. There is some smoke haze on the horizon, from seasonal burning in preparation for the dry season in Kakadu #NationalPark. Ubirr is easily accessible from the nearby township of Jabiru by road, then a walk and easy clamber over rocks to get to the top. The twilight descent was easy with the park ranger nearby! Kakadu is a #UnescoWorldHeritageSite in the Northern Territory of #Australia. #ILoveaSunburntCountry #GoldenHour #RoadTrip #iPhoneonly #hiking Ubirr
Mataranka Thermal Pool is worth a visit. Such a lovely place.

Where to stay in Top End

Darwin which includes street scenes

Darwin City Centre

4/5(33 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
Darwin Australia - February 22, 2019: Town Hall Ruins downtown now set in green park under blue sky with white clouds. Couple of standing walls are left.

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.

Palmerston
Fried veg from Frying Nemo. Some great vegan food. #Trovember

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
Cullen Bay Marina yachts in Darwin

Cullen Bay

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

Cullen Bay
Pier at Nightcliff! Spectacular sunsets!!!

Nightcliff

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

Nightcliff
Mindil Beach which includes general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views

The Gardens

Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out SKYCITY Casino or Mindil Beach Sunset Market while you're exploring the area.

The Gardens
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade Darwin NT
The price is €112 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
€112
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Clean room. Nice size, but there was quite a bit of noise at night time - people running around and screaming and shouting.

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Palms City Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue The Gardens NT
The price is €117 per night from 2 Mar to 3 Mar
€117
2 Mar - 3 Mar
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. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Room was spotless and staff went out of their way to help you

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Hilton Darwin

Hilton Darwin

5 out of 5
32 Mitchell Street Darwin NT
The price is €128 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
€128
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Darwin. Enjoy 2 bars/lounges, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Hilton Darwin
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Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin

4 out of 5
6 Carey Street Darwin NT
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a rooftop terrace. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,726 reviews)
Clean room friendly staff, stayed here several times and never been disappointed

Reviewed on 28 Feb 2026

Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront

4.5 out of 5
7 Kitchener Drive Darwin NT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront and Mindil ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,163 reviews)
Hot water was an issue. On my first day, a staff member came to my room and confirmed that

Reviewed on 19 Feb 2026

Adina Apartment Hotel Darwin Waterfront
Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments

3.5 out of 5
146 Dick Ward Drive Coconut Grove NT
Stay at this aparthotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions Mindil ...
7.8/10 Good! (515 reviews)
Room had mould very un inviting

Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Darwin Waterfront showing swimming as well as a large group of people

Darwin Waterfront

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Explore Darwin’s scenic waterfront, where you can swim in the wave pool, see turtles up close and dine in restaurants overlooking the sea.

Darwin Waterfront
Mindil Beach which includes nightlife, night scenes and performance art

Mindil Beach

4/5(8 reviews)

Explore one of Australia’s best beaches by day or visit by evening to enjoy Asian food, a massage, live music and indigenous crafts at Darwin’s sunset markets.

Mindil Beach
Kakadu National Park featuring wetlands

Kakadu National Park

4.5/5(9 reviews)

This protected expanse of grassy plains, maroon-coloured cliffs and monsoon rivers offers some of the best hiking, boating, and camping opportunities in Australia.

Kakadu National Park
Darwin showing food

The Esplanade

4.5/5(18 reviews)

During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this walkable area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.

The Esplanade
Litchfield National Park showing landscape views, swimming and a waterfall

Litchfield National Park

Bring a camera to capture the streaming waterfalls, unique rock formations and clear swimming holes of this dynamic landscape in Australia’s Top End.

Litchfield National Park
Cullen Bay Marina featuring a coastal town, a sunset and a bay or harbor

Cullen Bay Marina

4/5(9 reviews)

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.

Cullen Bay Marina

Things to do

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Individual Bali Day Trip with Private Driver and Free WiFi

€63
per adult
84% of travellers recommend
Individual Bali Day Trip with Private Driver and Free WiFi
Bali: Upside Down World Admission Ticket

Bali: Upside Down World Admission Ticket

€5
per adult
Bali: Upside Down World Admission Ticket
Bali: Balinese Full-Body Massage at your Accommodation

Bali: Balinese Full-Body Massage at your Accommodation

€13
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Bali: Balinese Full-Body Massage at your Accommodation
Hanuman on Fire

Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple

€10
per adult
88% of travellers recommend
Kecak and Fire Dance Ticket at Uluwatu Temple
Bali Pocket WiFi Rental

Bali Pocket WiFi Rental

€17
per traveller
100% of travellers recommend
Bali Pocket WiFi Rental
Bali Luxury Spa Massage and flower Bath 2 hour Treatmen

Bali Luxury Spa Massage and flower Bath 2 hour Treatmen

€34
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Bali Luxury Spa Massage and flower Bath 2 hour Treatmen
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