Sightseeing Overview
Darwin, with its parks, harbour and tropical climate, is a pleasant city to wander around - as long as it's not pouring down with wet season rain of course. You could aim for a bit of sunbathing or a swim off one of the two city beaches, or take a walk along the Esplanade, where there are good views out to sea. Otherwise, saunter through the Botanic Gardens, which have a representative of every baobab tree species on the planet.
There's a pleasant 5km (3 miles) walking track alongside Fannie Bay to the East Point Military Museum, where you could see hundreds of wallabies skipping around on the grass nearby. Darwin is quite small and compact and most of the main attractions, though outside the city centre, are accessible by foot or via a short taxi ride.
There's a pleasant 5km (3 miles) walking track alongside Fannie Bay to the East Point Military Museum, where you could see hundreds of wallabies skipping around on the grass nearby. Darwin is quite small and compact and most of the main attractions, though outside the city centre, are accessible by foot or via a short taxi ride.
Tourist Information
Tourism Top End
Beagle House, 38 Mitchell Street
Tel: (08) 8936 2499 or 1300 138 886.
Website: www.tourismtopend.com.au
Two desks can also be found in Smith Street Mall (tel: (08) 8942 1856) and at the airport (tel: (08) 8936 2477).
Beagle House, 38 Mitchell Street
Tel: (08) 8936 2499 or 1300 138 886.
Website: www.tourismtopend.com.au
Two desks can also be found in Smith Street Mall (tel: (08) 8942 1856) and at the airport (tel: (08) 8936 2477).