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(Darwin, Northern Territory - NT, Australia AU)



Darwin, in the Northern Territory (NT) of Australia, is the only main city in the 'Top End' of Australia. Surrounded by scenic areas of outback Australia, Darwin was established in 1869. The devastating cyclone in 1974 caused tremendous damage to the city of Darwin but several of the historic 19th-century buildings survived the disaster. Darwin was rebuilt and is now an extremely modern city with large shopping centres and superb restaurants. Featuring a wealth of Aboriginal heritage, Darwin is the most important city in the Northern Territory.

Hotels and accommodation options in Darwin are usually fairly inexpensive. The main areas in Darwin with the largest concentrations of hotels include Buffalo Court, Cavenagh Street, Daly Street, East Point Road, Packard Place and Woods Street. Mitchell Street and the coastal Esplanade, overlooking Darwin Bay, are particularly popular places to stay, with many luxury hotels. Hotel reservations in Darwin are often required several weeks in advance during the busiest peak tourism seasons. More information on Darwin Hotels and Accommodation.




The Darwin Regional Tourism Association Information Centre on Mitchell Street, is the main tourist information and visitors' centre in Darwin. Providing a wealth of tourist information, including information about attractions, landmarks, museums and things to do in Darwin, the Darwin Regional Tourism Association Information Centre contains information about the latest festivals and events in Darwin. Basic tourist information is also available at the nearby Darwin International Airport (DRW).

Historic tourist attractions for visitors to Darwin include Myilly Point Historic Precinct - a unique precinct featuring four 1930s houses; Admiralty House - an unusual style house built on stilts; WWII Oil Storage Tunnels - oil storage tunnels, built underground after the Japanese destroyed all the oil tanks above ground and Australian Aviation Heritage Centre - featuring a spectacular display of aircraft and memorabilia.

Other popular attractions for tourists and visitors to Darwin and the Northern Territory of Australia include Crocodylus Park - featuring full-grown crocodiles and a small zoo; Botanical Gardens - with an abundance of flora and fauna and including spectacular orchids; Darwin Crocodile Farm - where visitors can see over 8,000 sea and freshwater crocodiles; Indo-Pacific Marine Exhibition - with displays of marine life including sea horses and living coral; Australia Pearling Exhibition - featuring a pearl oyster farm; and the National Parks of the Northern Territory - offering a wealth of wildlife and scenic landscapes. There are several impressive Darwin golf clubs within easy reach of central Darwin. Darwin Attractions and Landmarks and Darwin Golf Courses.

Darwin also has some excellent local museums and art galleries in central Darwin, providing detailed information about the history of Darwin, including permanent and temporary exhibitions. Some of the major museums and art galleries in Darwin include the Chinese Museum - with displays of local artefacts and a large Chinese Temple; Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory - with impressive displays of artwork, including Aboriginal paintings and sculptures; the Military Museum - with displays depicting the city's WWII involvement and experiences; Fannie Bay Gaol Museum - dating back to 1883, when it was the main jailhouse in Darwin; and the Museum of Arts and Sciences - featuring spectacular displays of Aboriginal art, contemporary paintings and local artefacts. More information on Darwin Museums and Art Galleries.

Darwin, the only major city in the Northern Territory of Australia, is situated on the northern coast. With some of the most sunny and dry weather in Australia, throughout the year, Darwin is a thriving location, with plenty of things to see and do, including carnivals, parades, concerts, local events throughout Darwin, races and busy open-air markets. Darwin has much to offer tourists and visitors to the Northern Territory (NT) in Australia and a visit to Darwin will be a memorable one.

Darwin DRW Airports Guide - useful Darwin International Airport (DRW) information.

More Darwin Information / Fast Facts and Orientation

• Country: Australia
• Location: Northern Territory (NT)
• Population: 105,000
• Language: English
• Currency: Australian Dollar (AUD)
• Time zone: GMT +9.5 hours (Central Standard Time)
• Country dialling code: +61
• Telephone area code: 08
• Religion: various religions
• Average daily January temperature: 32ºC / 90ºF
• Average daily July temperature: 31ºC / 88ºF

 
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