Ben's Darwin Guidebook
Sightseeing
Check out the "Cage of Death"! Up-close wildlife exhibits with reptiles, turtles & a saltwater crocodile in a viewing cage.
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Crocosaurus Cove
58 Mitchell StCheck out the "Cage of Death"! Up-close wildlife exhibits with reptiles, turtles & a saltwater crocodile in a viewing cage.
Situated on the Esplanade by the water, it's a unique way of being able to feed fish straight from the wild – something which is quite rare, and a great way to get up close with nature uninhibited by glass or overly-commercial surroundings.
The fact that you can actually touch the fish is a bonus as well, and this degree of closeness provides some top photo opportunities of the various fish species of differing colours, shapes and sizes.
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Aquascene
28 Doctors Gully RdSituated on the Esplanade by the water, it's a unique way of being able to feed fish straight from the wild – something which is quite rare, and a great way to get up close with nature uninhibited by glass or overly-commercial surroundings.
The fact that you can actually touch the fish is a bonus as well, and this degree of closeness provides some top photo opportunities of the various fish species of differing colours, shapes and sizes.
The Darwin Aviation Heritage Centre is a living showcase of many of the major aircraft that have formed the backbone of this slice of history and contains multiple aircraft direct from their time period that are still in tip-top condition.
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Aviation Museum station
The Darwin Aviation Heritage Centre is a living showcase of many of the major aircraft that have formed the backbone of this slice of history and contains multiple aircraft direct from their time period that are still in tip-top condition.
Conducted aboard a purpose-built and comfortable vessel, the tours are conducted by a friendly and knowledgeable crew and head out from Darwin for a journey that's as educational and informative as it is scenic and entertaining – you'll likely come away with a whole new degree of knowledge and respect for the crocs after the trip.
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Espectacular crucero de cocodrilos saltarines
2915 Arnhem HighwayConducted aboard a purpose-built and comfortable vessel, the tours are conducted by a friendly and knowledgeable crew and head out from Darwin for a journey that's as educational and informative as it is scenic and entertaining – you'll likely come away with a whole new degree of knowledge and respect for the crocs after the trip.
Food scene
One of 'the best' restaurants in Darwin. Thai and Indian food served in a casual, open-plan space with high ceilings and Asian wood carvings.
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Hanuman
93 Mitchell StOne of 'the best' restaurants in Darwin. Thai and Indian food served in a casual, open-plan space with high ceilings and Asian wood carvings.
Absolute Waterfront Dining! It’s fabulous and affordable dining, every day. Wharf One Food & Wine specialising in wood grill cooking and seasonal local produce. Located 10 minute walk from Darwin CBD, and only a 3 minute walk from the Darwin Convention Centre
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Wharf One Food & Wine
19 Kitchener DrAbsolute Waterfront Dining! It’s fabulous and affordable dining, every day. Wharf One Food & Wine specialising in wood grill cooking and seasonal local produce. Located 10 minute walk from Darwin CBD, and only a 3 minute walk from the Darwin Convention Centre
Pubs
Traditional Irish pub with wooden decor, offering hearty meals, live music & weekly karaoke.
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Shenannigans
69 Mitchell StTraditional Irish pub with wooden decor, offering hearty meals, live music & weekly karaoke.
Lively venue with a huge beer garden, for eclectic food and a big range of beer, plus DJ sessions.
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The Deck Bar
22 Mitchell StLively venue with a huge beer garden, for eclectic food and a big range of beer, plus DJ sessions.
Supermarket
Woolworths Darwin City
Whitfield Street150mtr walk to Woolworths from the Unit
Coles Darwin
Knuckey Street500mtr walk from the Unit to Coles
Neighbourhoods
Darwin City
Stay in the heart of Darwin City. Perfect all year round.
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Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tickets
See Darwin’s top attractions aboard the open-top double-decker bus, and hop on and off at any of the 12 stops around the city. Experience the cosmopolitan lifestyle of the remote city, and learn more about its history, culture and nature along the way.
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Mindil Beach Sunset Market (Apr to Oct)
Mindil Beach Sunset Market is the place to be for events, functions, and a family night out. Hosting over 200 specialty stores and food vendors, it’s a truly unique experience. From food stalls offering incredible local and international cuisine to an array of arts, crafts and services stalls. Mindil Beach Sunset Market operate from the last Thursday in April until the last Thursday in October annually. They are open every Thursday and every Sunday from 4:00pm - 9:00pm. The 2020 market season commences on Thursday the 30th of April and finishes up on Thursday the 29th of October