Lush botanical gardens, alfresco dining, and amazing sunsets are enough to make any place your favourite destination. Darwin, although is on the edge of Australian Outback is a melting pot of cultures and cuisines with so many things to do. If you’re someone who enjoys the great outdoors, Darwin is the place to be.
Sunset Dinner Cruise
Sunsets and great fresh seafood dinner; what’s not to love? If you’re near Stokes Hill Wharf, you need to go on a sunset dinner cruise. Bring your cameras and a very big appetite because not only do you get some amazing food on this cruise, you can capture some beautiful images of the city while you sail along with the sunset. Each cruise lasts around 2 hours and 30 mins.
Darwin Wharf Precinct AKA Stokes Hill Wharf
This is a working wharf with many restaurants, shops and fun activities. The Darwin Wharf is also a major tourist attraction because it’s only 5mins away from downtown. If you’re staying at one of the many serviced apartments in Darwin such as the likes of Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel come by here and enjoy a nice alfresco seafood meal with your family and friends.
Defence of Darwin Experience
This experience is a part of the Darwin Military Museum and commemorates the Darwin bombing of 1942. You can witness first-hand experiences and many presentations depicting the destruction and horrific aftermath of WWII. If you’re a history buff, please visit this exhibit and the neighbouring Darwin Military Museum.
Tiwi Islands
If you want a fun day out in the sun with your family, plan a day trip to Tiwi Islands. The island, also known as the island of smiles, is located 2hours and 30mins north of Darwin by ferry. As the island is inhabited by Aboriginal groups, the best way to visit is through an organized tour under an indigenous guide.
