We noticed that you're using an unsupported browser. The TripAdvisor website may not display properly.
We support the following browsers: Windows: Internet Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Google Chrome. Mac: Safari.

Darwin

Free Newsletter

Interested in Darwin?

We'll send you updates with the latest deals, reviews and articles for Darwin each week.

Explore the world! TripAdvisor has reviews and information on over 400,000 locations, including:
Travel Destinations
Hotels

Things to do in Darwin

Hotels travellers are raving about...

All hotels in Darwin (34)
Find Darwin Cruises
For cruise deals, reviews, and advice, check out our site Cruise Critic »

Darwin weather essentials

Month
High
Low
Precip
Jun
85°F 29°C
66°F 18°C
0 in 0 cm
Jul
84°F 28°C
65°F 18°C
0 in 0 cm
Aug
85°F 29°C
66°F 18°C
0 in 1 cm
Sep
88°F 31°C
71°F 21°C
1 in 2 cm
Oct
89°F 31°C
75°F 23°C
3 in 8 cm
Nov
90°F 32°C
76°F 24°C
5 in 13 cm
More weather for Darwin
 | 
Powered by
Weather Underground
Traveller recommended attractions
Sea Darwin
Sea Darwin
Map | Photos
Ranked #1 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
5 of 5 stars 31 reviews
Owner description: Eco tours on Darwin Harbour & the surrounding coastline. We specialise in Turtle habitat, Snubfin dolphins & contribute to... more » Owner description: Eco tours on Darwin Harbour & the surrounding coastline. We specialise in Turtle habitat, Snubfin dolphins & contribute to research. Marine Habitat, History & Intrigue is our specialty! « less
Attraction type  Tours; Ships
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Museum & Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Map | Photos
Ranked #2 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 126 reviews
Owner description: The fierce Cyclone Tracey that devastated Darwin in 1974 is chillingly re-enacted inside this museum's "Black Room." Situated... more » Owner description: The fierce Cyclone Tracey that devastated Darwin in 1974 is chillingly re-enacted inside this museum's "Black Room." Situated in a tropical garden, the museum also houses Aboriginal, Southeast Asian and Oceanic art. « less
Attraction type  Art Museums; Art Galleries; Museums
Distance  1.7 miles from city centre
Defence of Darwin Experience
Defence of Darwin Experience
| Photos
Ranked #3 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 12 reviews
Owner description: The Defence of Darwin Experience is the first facility in Australia to provide you, the visitor, with an immersive,... more » Owner description: The Defence of Darwin Experience is the first facility in Australia to provide you, the visitor, with an immersive, interactive, multimedia experience which extends beyond the physical walls of the precinct 'hub'.It is the story of Darwin's role in World War II and is dedicated to the period 1932 to 1945 - a very important time in Territory history. The Defence of Darwin Experience facility is an interactive exhibition space that includes the immersive Bombing of Darwin Gallery, iconic objects from that time, firsthand accounts and multimedia presentations. Visit us today. « less
Attraction type  Museums
Leanyer Recreation Park
Leanyer Recreation Park
Map | Photos
Ranked #4 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 20 reviews
Attraction type  Water Parks; Parks
Distance  6.8 miles from city centre
East Point Military Museum
East Point Military Museum
Map | Photos
Ranked #5 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 50 reviews
Attraction type  Military Museums
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
Mindil Beach
Mindil Beach
Map | Photos
Ranked #6 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 75 reviews
Attraction type  Beaches
Distance  1.4 miles from city centre
Aquascene
Aquascene
Map | Photos
Ranked #7 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 64 reviews
Visit Aquascene at high tide when hundreds of fish approach the shore to be fed by onlookers.
Attraction type  Aquariums
Distance  0.7 miles from city centre
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre
Map | Photos
Ranked #8 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 27 reviews
Owner description: A B-52 bomber (one of only two on display outside the U.S.) is exhibited here along with other military aircraft, engines and... more » Owner description: A B-52 bomber (one of only two on display outside the U.S.) is exhibited here along with other military aircraft, engines and the wreckage of a Japanese Zero fighter shot down in the 1942 air raids on Darwin. « less
Attraction type  Speciality Museums
Distance  4.5 miles from city centre
Berry Springs
Berry Springs
| Photos
Ranked #9 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 41 reviews
Attraction type  Geologic Formations
Crocosaurus Cove
Crocosaurus Cove
Map | Photos
Ranked #10 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4 of 5 stars 78 reviews
Owner description: Crocosaurus Cove allows visitors a unique, up close and personal view of massive saltwater crocodiles, crocodile hatchlings,... more » Owner description: Crocosaurus Cove allows visitors a unique, up close and personal view of massive saltwater crocodiles, crocodile hatchlings, juveniles as well as being home to the World’s largest display of Australian reptiles and the famous Cage of Death. The Cage of Death is the only cage in the world that brings you face to face with some of the largest Saltwater Crocodiles in captivity. Remember to bring your bathers and ‘Swim with the Crocs’ in our unique swimming area that allows you to get up close to our very active juveniles. Don’t miss the chance to feed these hungry juveniles as part of our latest attraction, "fishing for crocs" ...this is a photo opportunity not to be missed. Meet the reptiles and learn more about the Top End’s unique and favourite critters such as Western Bearded Dragons and Olive Pythons. Check out the barramundi in our 200,000 litre freshwater aquarium and don’t forget our gorgeous top end turtle enclosure. All this and a daily program of fun & interactive reptile activities await you at Crocosaurus Cove, in the heart of Darwin City. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  0.2 miles from city centre
Darwin Wharf Precinct
Darwin Wharf Precinct
Map | Photos
Ranked #11 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4 of 5 stars 91 reviews
Attraction type  Wharfs/ Piers/ Boardwalks
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Darwin Botanic Gardens
Darwin Botanic Gardens
Map | Photos
Ranked #12 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4 of 5 stars 37 reviews
Attraction type  Gardens
Distance  1.0 miles from city centre
Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise
Darwin Harbour Sunset Dinner Cruise
| Photos
Ranked #13 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation
Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation
Map | Photos
Ranked #14 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation provides opportunities for fun and interactive activities for your leisure time. The... more » Owner description: Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation provides opportunities for fun and interactive activities for your leisure time. The facility includes a golf driving range with undercover hitting bays, grassed tee area and chipping green, an 18 hole mini golf course, target archery and laser clay shooting. Combo deals are also available.Other services include golf tuition, a junior golf club, team building experiences and corporate/social functions. The unique venue is licensed and has a golf retail shop with freindly staff to help you with all your golfing requirements. « less
Attraction type  Sports Complexes
Distance  6.8 miles from city centre
Crocodylus Park
Crocodylus Park
Map | Photos
Ranked #15 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4 of 5 stars 47 reviews
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  6.8 miles from city centre
Fannie Bay Gaol
Fannie Bay Gaol
Map | Photos
Ranked #16 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4 of 5 stars 21 reviews
Attraction type  Landmarks/ Points of Interest
Distance  2.4 miles from city centre
Hidden Valley Motor Sports Complex
Map
Ranked #17 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4.5 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Attraction type  Race Car Tracks
Distance  4.7 miles from city centre
Lake Alexander
Ranked #18 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4 of 5 stars 7 reviews
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Indo Pacific Marine
Indo Pacific Marine
Map | Photos
Ranked #19 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4 of 5 stars 9 reviews
Attraction type  Aquariums
Distance  0.6 miles from city centre
Holmes Jungle Nature Park
Holmes Jungle Nature Park
Map | Photos
Ranked #20 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
4 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
Darwin Crocodile Farm
Darwin Crocodile Farm
Map | Photos
Ranked #21 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
3.5 of 5 stars 6 reviews
Owner description: Some 10,000 crocodiles are housed at this breeding farm, which provides safe sites from which to watch the crocodiles being... more » Owner description: Some 10,000 crocodiles are housed at this breeding farm, which provides safe sites from which to watch the crocodiles being fed. Birdwatchers will also enjoy the numerous native birds here. « less
Attraction type  Nature/ Wildlife Areas
Distance  0.4 miles from city centre
Australian Pearling Exhibition
Map
Ranked #22 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
3 of 5 stars 5 reviews
Owner description: Learn all about the history of pearling - an industry steeped in mystery and romance - at this fascinating exhibition on the... more » Owner description: Learn all about the history of pearling - an industry steeped in mystery and romance - at this fascinating exhibition on the wharf. « less
Attraction type  History Museums
Distance  0.5 miles from city centre
Manton Dam
Map
Ranked #23 of 24 Attractions in Darwin
3 of 5 stars 1 review
Attraction type  Lookouts; Landmarks/ Points of Interest; Dams
Distance  35.2 miles from city centre
Darwin Harbour Eco Sailing Day Cruises
Darwin Harbour Eco Sailing Day Cruises
Map | Photos
Attraction type  Bodies of Water
Distance  1933.5 miles from city centre
Be the first to review this attraction
Darwin
What's Nearby:
Click map pins for more information.
See all sites
Cruise Critic

The ultimate cruise resource: cruise reviews, deals, news and advice.

SeatGuru

The world's most comprehensive source for airline seats, airline info, & in-flight amenities.

Family Vacation Critic

The best family holidays start here.

Best beach houses of 2012 »