Top Things to do in Darwin
Top 10 Nature & Parks in Darwin, Northern Territory
As the Northern Territory’s thriving capital, Darwin attracts travelers from all around the globe for its outdoor, tropical lifestyle. With waterfront dining, crocodile adventures, rich historical experiences and access to the Tiwi Islands all within a few minutes of the city center, there’s enough to do to fill a weekend or a week.
Restaurants in Darwin
1. Barranyi National Park
2. Mindil Beach
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 3,839 reviews
Situated just 5 minutes from Darwin City, Mindil Beach is a local’s favourite for watching tropical sunsets over the ocean. With a palm filled, grassy reserve, Mindil Beach is popular for markets and events. The Mindil Beach Sunset Markets take place here every Thursday and Sunday evening throughout the dry season (April to October). Follow the surrounding walking paths, which take you from Mindil Beach to Fannie Bay and East Point Reserve.
Reviewed By Billatraveller - Perth, Australia
Have visited Darwin many times over the last 30 years and a visit to Mindil Markets and to view the Sunset is always a must do on every visit, The variety of food stalls is amazing and they really highlight the diversity of Darwins population. Market stalls are always worth a browse and the sunset has never let e down. Go see for yourself.
3. Berry Springs Nature Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 1,054 reviews
Berry Springs Nature Park, is a great location close to Darwin where you can enjoy a refreshing swim and a BBQ. A great place to unwind after spending a day at the Territory Wildlife Park. Please check our website for access to swimming. During the wet season, October-April, the pools may be closed when swimming is considered to be unsafe.
Reviewed By RobbieTain
Don't get me wrong, Litchfield is certainly a special place and one worth visiting, but Berry Springs has all of what Litchfield has with none of the frenetic tourist hustle and bustle. As soon as you dip below the surface of the crystal clear spring waters you are met with sense of warmth and peace. The spring keeps the water at a constant temperature year round. It's like being in a perfect bath, only with minature waterfall and tropical rainforest surrounding you. There are bbq facilities and ample space to share a picnic lunch and as soon as you have spent enough time in the sun drying off it's a perfect time to grab a floating noodle and head back in.
4. Leanyer Recreation Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 355 reviews
On November 15th 2010, the YMCA proudly assumed management of the Leanyer Recreation Park. Entry is free to this fantastic venue.The Park consists of dry and wet recreational area's. There are 3 massive water slides where you can ride the water, a water park with swimming area's and a water playground, just the place to get wet and splash around in. There is also a dry play ground, a skate park, a half basketball court, BBQ's, a Cafe and lots of shaded area'sThe newly opened cafe is a great place for a coffee and a bite to eat. it also has catering available to busy mums and other organizations. menu's are available on our website.The Recreation Park is open daily from 8am to 8pm. The Water Park is open Wednesday to Sunday from 10am to 7pm during school terms. During School Holidays we are open every day from 10am to 7pm. On Public Holidays we are also open from 10am - 7pm.
Reviewed By Kerrie0m - Ambarvale, Australia
What a brilliant place for the family! Great way to have a safe swim in NT. Very clean, spacious with a great atmosphere. 3 big slides for the big kids, big water play park, fountain area and massive playground and huge lagoon pool. BBQs and picnic tables under shade cloths around the park, plus a small cafe and vending machine. Several lifeguards at the lagoon and slides. Easy to get to with a car, plenty of parking.
5. East Point Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 301 reviews
Reviewed By GregA808 - Darwin, Australia
I love visiting the reserve with my family. I can kick back and let the kids enjoy the beach or playground. All year safe swimming makes it though.
6. Bicentennial Park
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 196 reviews
Reviewed By Myaussielife8 - Melbourne, Australia
How lucky Hubby and I were staying in Novotel!!!! We were able to walk through the Bicentennial Park almost every day! It was our gorgeous view from our hotel room. We could see people jogging, running, walking with kids or in groups and with their beautiful pets???? and you can see the crowd of people walking through not only in the afternoon but early mornings or in the middle of the day! We loved it, we enjoyed it and learnt a lot about it because there is a lot of history with information displayed around the park. I strongly recommend a walk through this beautiful park to anyone staying in Darwin, Northern Territory ????
7. Casuarina Coastal Reserve
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 74 reviews
Casurarina Coastal Reserve protects about 1500ha of coastal habitats between the estuaries of Rapid Creek and Buffalo Creek. It features 13km of sandy beaches, dramatic cliffs and shady casuarina trees. Behind the dunes lie tropical coast plant communities including patches of woodlands, monsoon forests, mangorves and paperbarks.
Reviewed By MaryW391 - Darwin, Australia
A must do while in Darwin great location for family picnics especially the weekends. Great view for tropical sunsets.
8. Aquascene Fish Feeding
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 685 reviews
Aquascene is a popular fish feeding sanctuary in the heart of Darwin. Visit the fish at high tide when hundreds of friendly local wild fish swim to the shallow shoreline in search of a gratuitous meal of fresh bread. Over the course of this enduring 70 plus year tradition, the fish have shed their normal shyness and are willingly hand-fed to the delight of thousands of fascinated locals and tourists every year.
9. George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 797 reviews
Take a walk through the historic Gardens and experience rainforest, mangroves and open woodlands. Highlights include the waterfall, the playground with its treehouse, the cafe as well as the self-guided multimedia tree walk. Facebook: George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens.
Reviewed By patricia25Adelaide
Beautiful gardens to walk through to seek refuge from the heat and humidity. But it’s also a beautiful peaceful space to wander around and look at tropical gardens. Really nicely set out and lovely little cafe in old timber Methodist church building Definitely worth a visit.
