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A couple enjoying in the beach at Novotel Darwin Airport

DESTINATION GUIDE

Welcome to Darwin, Northern Terriorty's' bustling capital city. Once regarded as a big country town, Darwin is now bursting with cultural opportunities, as well as non-stop entertainment and adventure at every turn.

With a trendy art and music scene, chic lounges, charming cafes, numerous attractions and a vibrant nightlife, there is always something to do in this colourful city. Explore historic buildings, dine in internationally-inspired restaurants, shop in flashy boutiques and relax on stunning beaches.

Here’s a list of some of our favourite things to see and do right near our hotel. Please feel free to ask us for more information, should you need it!

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KAKADU NATIONAL PARK

CROCODYLUS PARK

MINDIL BEACH + MINDIL BEACH SUNSET MARKETS

DARWIN WATERFRONT

KING PIN DARWIN

CROCOSAURUS COVE

Skippers at Dundee

DARWIN MILITARY MUSEUM AND DEFENCE OF DARWIN EXPERIENCE

MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY OF THE NORTHERN TERRITORY

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Waterfall at Kakadu national ​park near Novotel Darwin Airport

KAKADU NATIONAL PARK

Kakadu National Park is the unforgettable Australian experience. An opportunity to go beyond simple tourism to witness one of the world’s great nature reserves and one of the few World Heritage Areas listed for both cultural and natural heritage.

Crocodylus Park located near Novotel Darwin Airport

CROCODYLUS PARK

Crocodylus Park is home to everything from 30-centimetre long crocodile hatchlings to massive adults measuring over 4.8 meters and weighing more than half a ton. In addition to daily croc feedings, you’ll find big cats, primates, birds and other reptiles.

Evening shops at Mindil beach near Novotel Darwin Airport

MINDIL BEACH + MINDIL BEACH SUNSET MARKETS

Visit the famous Mindil Beach Sunset Markets and enjoy fantastic street food, musicians and local arts and crafts.

Aerial view of the beach near Novotel Darwin Airport

DARWIN WATERFRONT

Stroll down to the waterfront precinct and browse the shops, restaurants and cafés.

Interior of King Pin Darwin Arcade at Novotel Darwin Airport

KING PIN DARWIN

Kingpin Darwin - fun times for all ages with a range of activities to enjoy.

Close-up on a Crocosaurus cove near Novotel Darwin Airport

CROCOSAURUS COVE

Get up close and personal with Australia’s largest Crocs. Enjoy 360-degree views from the Cage of Death, a transparent cage lowered into a croc enclosure for an unforgettable face-to-face meeting with the largest saltwater crocodiles on the planet.

Guests in Skippers at Dundee near Darwin Airport Hotels

Skippers at Dundee

Skippers at Dundee Beach, near Darwin, is a must-do destination at an authentic beachside township to truly experience the essence of the Top End.

Interior of Darwin Military Museum near Novotel Darwin Airport

DARWIN MILITARY MUSEUM AND DEFENCE OF DARWIN EXPERIENCE

Darwin’s unique World War II heritage is celebrated with this fascinating museum and its premier interactive exhibit.

Museum & Art Gallery near the Novotel Darwin Airport

MUSEUM AND ART GALLERY OF THE NORTHERN TERRITORY

Located in a harbourside garden, this museum showcases a diverse collection of works and exhibits Aboriginal art and material culture, visual arts, craft, Southeast Asian and Oceanic art and maritime archaeology, Northern Territory history and natural sciences and more.