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Darwin

A tropical paradise just waiting for you to discover.



Perched on the north-west coast of the "Top End" of the Northern Territory, geographically closer to Indonesia than to any major Australian cities, Darwin is laid back and cosmopolitan, home to an eclectic mix of people, many of whom allegedly came for a short visit and never left. And who can blame them?

Essentially a large town, the Northern Territory's capital is compact and friendly, with plenty to entertain the visitor within the city itself and a wealth of attractions nearby. Its northern location lends it a tropical climate, which is probably what accounts for the easy-going attitude of the locals.

More-or-less flattened by Cyclone Tracy in 1974, the city centre is predominantly modern, with some surprisingly stylish architecture, such as the imposing Parliament House, designed on the basis of a classical Greek structure with a modern twist.

The water is the main focal point of the city, the lively Wharf area, lined with restaurants and bars, providing a popular outdoor venue for eating or just chilling out with a cool beer. In the evening, regular cruises take visitors out from the harbour to watch the breathtaking sunset.

Further afield, the stunning waterfalls and tropical rainforest of Litchfield National Park provide a welcome respite from the bustle of the city. Even more remote are the Tiwi islands, lying just off the north coast, which are culturally unique, but with a definite Asian flavour.

Darwin is well worth a visit for those seeking a laid back holiday in a culturally diverse city.

• Skycity Darwin - Instant Bookings
  Spectacularly set on 7.3 hectares amongst tropical beachside gardens, SKYCITY is Darwin's premium boutique hotel located moments from the CBD.
• Medina Grand Darwin - Instant Bookings
  A luxury hotel with an excellent location in the city with views of Darwin Harbour.
• Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin - Instant Bookings
  Luxury hotel accommodation right on the Esplanade in Darwin.
• Crowne Plaza Hotel Darwin
  Crowne Plaza Darwin - Luxury business and holiday accommodation
• Novotel Atrium Darwin - Instant Bookings
  Tropical accommodation on the Esplanade in Darwin.
• Marrakai Apartments Darwin - Instant Bookings
  Marrakai Serviced Apartments offer you the spacious luxury of apartment living at Darwin's premier address - right in the centre of the city.
• Travelodge Mirrambina Resort Darwin - Instant Bookings
  Travelodge Mirambeena Resort, Darwin’s 4 star, inner city Resort, with 224 rooms in a range of styles and facilities, is set in 1.6 hectares of tropical gardens.
• Cullen Bay Holiday Apartments - Instant Bookings
  Relax and enjoy Darwin's waterside lifestyle at Cullen Bay Holiday Apartments.
• Quality Hotel Frontier Darwin - Instant Bookings
  A popular Darwin hotel, well located overlooking golf course and parklands.
• Holiday Inn Darwin
  Holiday Inn Darwin overlooks the expanse of Darwin Harbour from its location on The Esplanade, a stretch of tropical waterfront parkland leading to the city centre.
• Holiday Inn Esplanade Darwin
  Perfectly positioned to capture the views and sea breeze of Darwin Harbour, the hotel is ideally located on The Esplanade, in the central business district, and overlooks tropical Bicentennial Park and the foreshore.
• Darwin Central Hotel - Instant Bookings
  The Darwin Central Hotel is within easy walking distance of all major banks, cinemas, theatres, nightclubs, restaurants and shopping.
• Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
  If you are looking for quality, affordable accommodation in Darwin, Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments are for you.
• Parap Village Apartments
  Make your trip to Darwin even more enjoyable with your own spacious tropical apartment.
• Botanic Gardens Apartments
  
• Luma Luma Holiday Apartments
  Holiday Apartments comprise of brand new 1 and 2 bedroom self contained, fully equipped apartments.

TOURS
	Brookes Australia Tours - personalised tours of Kakadu & Arnhemland
	Orion Expedition Cruises - Kimberley, East Timor & Arnhem Land
	Adventure Tours Australia - a large number of safaris in the territory
	Great Aussie Holidays - Safaris and self drive
	Travel North - Outback tours in the Katherine region
	AAT Kings - Outback and Top End tours from 4 - 21 days
	AAT Kings - Travel Darwin to Adelaide on the legendary Ghan railway
	Aussie Adventure Holidays - Numerous Top End Tours
	Mary River Houseboats - Houseboats on the Mary River
	Australian Pacific Touring- A wide variety of tours in the Territory
	All Terrain 4WD Safaris - Kakadu, Katherine, Kimberley, Bungles & more
	Contiki Holidays - Northern Territory tours for 18-35 year-olds
	Sacred Earth Safari's - Small group Kakadu & Kimberley tours & private charters
	Coral Princess Cruises - 10 Night Expedition from Darwin to Broome
	Coral Princess Cruises - 11 night expedition cruise between Darwin & Cairns
	Odyssey Tours & Safaris - Kakadu & Litchfield NPs, Red Centre, Kimberly & Gulf tours
	Off Road Adventure Safaris - Small group 4WD charter tours of Qld, NT & WA.
	Orion Cruises - Cruising the Kimberley Coast, East Timor & Arnhem Land
	True North - Cruise from Darwin to Cairns in ultimate comfort
	Wilderness 4WD Adventures - Small Group tours of the Top End & the Kimberley