The Northern Territory is famous for its natural beauty, but there’s plenty of other things to see and do while you’re here. Be sure to check out these fun places while you’re in town.
Darwin Aviation Museum
From the plucky Spitfire to an enormous B52 Bomber, there’s an impressive array of aircraft on display here. You’ll learn fascinating facts about Darwin’s aviation history and the part it played in wartime and peacetime alike. There’s relics of crashed planes and all sorts of memorabilia to be seen here. A must for any history or aviation fan.
Mindil Beach Sunset Markets
Happening on Darwin’s most popular beachfront strip every Thursday and Saturday night, more than 300 stalls are here for you to explore. There’s a fascinating array of eclectic craftspeople showing off their wares here – it is the perfect place to pick up a truly memorable souvenir of your trip. With plenty of fresh street food and music filling the air, it’s a great night out for the whole family.
Streeter Cruises
Darwin Harbour is twice the size of Sydney Harbour, and is home to many pearl farms, some of which have been in operation since the colonial era. The fully restored and beautifully refurbished 65 foot pearling lugger the Streeter is a magnificent vessel to take a cruise on. The multi-coloured sunsets in Darwin must be seen to be believed, and the harbour is the best place to see them in all their glory. Enjoy a glass of champagne as you take in the spectacular view.
Crocosaurus Cove
You can’t go to Darwin without seeing a Croc – and Crocosaurus Cove has some of the biggest saltwater crocodiles in Australia, along with the world’s largest display of Australian reptiles. You can “Swim with the Crocs” enclosed in a Perspex tube called the “Cage of Death”, and get a real understanding as to why these magnificent creatures have been apex predators since the dinosaur era – this is not for the faint hearted. You can hold a baby croc and enjoy a lot of interactive experiences as you learn more about the special creatures that call this part of the world home.
