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Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort is the ultimate destination for discerning guests seeking a true premium experience in Australia's extraordinary Northern Territory. Set on 30 acres of tropical gardens alongside the Arafura Sea, the 5-star Mindil Beach Casino Resort offers 154 rooms and is perfect for business or pleasure. Mindil Beach Casino Resort offers amazing dining options and bars, conference and event facilities, and a bustling casino, open daily. The property also features a private white-sand beach and a swim-up bar. They make everything smooth and effortless during your stay at Mindil Beach Casino Resort with a range of complimentary services including free Wi-Fi, 24-hour reception, and fitness centre. You can work out, play a round of golf, go jogging or just relax poolside. Whether you're a gaming enthusiast or just looking for a fun night out at the hottest place in town, Mindil Beach Casino Resort has the perfect game, bar, restaurant, and accommodation option for you, all under one roof.

Darwin NT

0.1 km away

The Sportsbar — Image credit: Resident magazine

Entertainment Venues

The Sportsbar

Home of the Best TAB Licensed venue in Australia. Watch the world's greatest sporting events live and loud on the mega screen at Australia's Best TAB Licensed venue! With a multitude of screens to choose from, extensive TAB facilities, and NT Keno right at your fingertips, you'll never miss a second of the action. Enjoy a mouth-watering burger from the menu and drink specials every night of the week, plus there's always a chance to take home some cool prizes in our competitions and giveaways. Get the gang together and make The Sportsbar your home ground!

Darwin NT

0.1 km away

Gardens Road Cemetery – detail of grave stones.

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Gardens Road Cemetery

Gardens Cemetery was opened in 1919 after the closure of Palmerston Cemetery on Goyder Road and was Darwin's main cemetery up until 1970. There are many different types of graves, headstones and epitaphs, and Darwin City Council's records list over 1,200 graves. Many notable people from a period of rapid development in Darwin (1920s-1970s) are buried in the cemetery. Many of the memorials indicate ethnic origins, family associations, and circumstances of death and thus comprise an important record of Darwin's community spanning more than six decades. Cultural groups represented in the cemetery include Greeks, Chinese, Japanese, Filipinos, Thursday Islanders as well as Australians of British descent. A number of graves of returned servicemen were moved to Adelaide River for reburial at the Adelaide River War Memorial Cemetery in 1944. Gardens Cemetery was succeeded in 1970 by the McMillans Road Cemetery, though a small number of burials have continued to take place at Gardens Cemetery.

Darwin NT

0.3 km away

Sandbar | Cocktails and snacks at sunset | Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Entertainment Venues

Sandbar

One of Darwin's coolest nightspots and a relaxed day spot. Sandbar is an oasis on the edge of the ocean. Enjoy a cocktail and take in the view and fresh sea air on the deck or head indoors to relax and enjoy the ambience. Sandbar's talented mixologists are ready to serve your favorite cocktails, wines, beers, and spirits, making Sandbar the perfect destination for a fun night out or pre-dinner cocktail.

Darwin NT

0.4 km away

Award winnign achitectural design

Parks and Gardens

Botanic Gardens Visitor and Event Centre

The new Visitor and Event Centre is a magnificent tropical structure where visitors can learn about the Gardens natural and cultural history, the plant collections, and Aboriginal plant uses. It is air conditioned and a great place to learn about Territory history, plants and seasons. The centre includes: A mini amphitheatre. Premium indoor conference, corporate or wedding event space. Retail gift shop parterned with local organisation Tactile Arts filled with local arts and crafts. Interpretive centre to learn about the history of the gardens and the seven season of the Larrakia. Unwind in the multimedia room with images of the Gardens changing through the wet and dry seasons. You can collect maps and information about self-guided walks at the visitor centre gift shop.

Darwin NT

0.5 km away

Waterfall in the Rainforest — Image credit: GBDBG

Parks and Gardens

George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

Take a walk through the George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens to see a magnificent display of plants from northern Australia and tropical areas around the world. There are extensive plantings of colourful heliconias, gingers, tropical orchids, bromeliads and other exotic plants. The Visitor and Event Centre is a magnificent tropical structure where visitors can learn about the Gardens natural and cultural history, the plant collections, and Aboriginal plant uses. Unwind in the multimedia room with images of the Gardens changing through the wet and dry seasons. The African-Madagascan garden has a unique collection showcasing the world's baobab and boab trees. The playground and tree house offers a refreshing, safe and shady retreat for children and parents. Experience the waterfall deep in the rainforest or be captivated by the primitive plants "the dinosaurs ate" in the cycad garden. Relax on expansive shady lawns and view Darwin's largest ornamental fountain. Treat yourself to our self-guided tree walks. See the gardens differently on a guided walking tour. Join the twitchers looking for the Rufous Owls, or put your feet up and enjoy coffee and cake at Eva's Café. The Darwin Botanic Gardens are located 2km from the centre of Darwin

Darwin NT

0.5 km away

Gardens Park Golf Links

Entertainment Venues

Gardens Park Golf Links

Welcome to Gardens Park Golf Links. A green paradise in the central business district of Darwin. Enjoy the 9 hole, Par 34 course set amongst 55 acres. Gardens Park Golf Links can cater for your recreational or corporate function to coincide with your Ambrose competition or a simple game of golf. The popular beer garden by the lake is set amongst lush tropical palm gardens and rain-trees, making it a cool relaxing setting, epitomising the Darwin lifestyle. Newley renovated mini golf, driving range and golf course, they have it all!

Darwin NT

0.7 km away

Audit House NT — Image credit: NT National Trust

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Audit House

Audit House at 2 Burnett Place was designed by Burnie Burnett for the Commonwealth Department of Works, this type "B" house was erected in 1938 . The House suffered substantial damage during Cyclone Tracy in 1974 and the interior has been modified. Audit House serves primarily as the headquarters and administrative centre of the National Trust of Australia (NT). Audit House and grounds can be hired out for private functions such as weddings, exhibitions and more.

Darwin NT

0.7 km away

Vestey’s Tank with later roof to form gymnasium.

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Vesteys Tank Darwin High School

The Tank was originally constructed as a water storage facility for the Vestey Meatworks. The Tank has since been converted into an undercover gymnasium and open air auditorium and assembly area at Darwin High School.The site is in good overall condition and appears well maintained. The site is within the grounds of Darwin High School and not generally open to the public although it is possible to walk around the site most days.

Darwin NT

0.7 km away

Burnett House at Myilly Point Heritage Precinct.

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Myilly Point Heritage Precinct

The Myilly Point Heritage Precinct comprises four houses constructed between 1936 and 1939 to provide accommodation for senior public servants. Audit House (Type B Amended) on Lot 1098 was designed by the Commonwealth Government (probably Wilfred Haslam) and the other three houses were designed by BCG Burnett. Burnett House (Type K) on Lot 1099 is the only two-storey house on the precinct. The house on Lot 1100 was destroyed in Cyclone Tracy in 1974 and the site remains undeveloped. The other two houses on Lots 1101 and 1102 are Type E residences.

Darwin City NT

0.7 km away

Transformations Natural Science Gallery — Image credit: MAGNT Tourism NT

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory (MAGNT) is the Northern Territory's premier cultural organisation. Set in a scenic location on Larrakia Country at Bullocky Point in Darwin, MAGNT is home to internationally renowned artistic, cultural and scientific collections and research programs. Each year MAGNT presents a dynamic program of internally-developed exhibitions carefully curated from the collection, and the best travelling exhibitions from around Australia. It is also the home of the internationally renowned annual Telstra National Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islander Art Awards - the most significant award of its kind in Australia. MAGNT runs a series of engaging public programs including talks, workshops and hands-on kids activities. School and tour groups can take tours with specialist staff. Venue hire is available with a theatrette, amphitheatre and other inviting spaces. There is a cafe and retail shop for visitors to explore and enjoy. MAGNT is accessible from Darwin City via the number six bus route or a four km walk. Free parking is available on site.

Darwin NT

1.0 km away

Artist George Rose's iconic duo of murals on the Argus Apartments — Image credit: Darwin Street Art Festival

Galleries, Museums and Collections

Darwin Street Art Festival

Darwin Street Art Festival is based in the tropical city of Darwin, on Larrakia land in the North of Australia. This place is home to a creatively rich and diverse community of artists whose work has enlivened the streets and enriched lives. The Festival has been a catalyst for public arts and community, bringing local, national and international artists together to share their work in public spaces for all to enjoy. Over this time, the Festival has found a place in the hearts of locals and visitors who value the creative energy it has brought to Darwin Since its inception in 2017, Darwin Street Art Festival has transformed the streets of Darwin into a spectacular outdoor art gallery that attracts thousands of visitors each year. The festival will return in May - June 2026 for it's TENTH year.

Darwin NT

1.0 km away

Sunset Anniversary — Image credit: Thommos Photography

Natural Attractions

Picnic at Cullen Bay

Enjoy the experience of watching the sunset from a unique position at Cullen Bay. During the "dry season" you can sit on the beautiful green grass with a fully catered, dressed unique picnic and watch the sunset over the Arafura Sea. Once night falls, the romantic lights will offer tranquility and relaxation. All food and drinks are supplied along with all necessities to make an enjoyable and memorable evening. During the "wet season" we relocate to our venue on the Marina where you have the same experience but get to see the build up or clouds and lightning storms whilst enjoying marina views. A wonderful, memorable experience in Darwin to celebrate the unique weather and lifestyle.

Darwin NT

1.0 km away

Nature’s Way — Image credit: Tourism NT

Natural Attractions

Nature’s Way

Nature’s Way is a scenic tourism drive through Kakadu and Nitmiluk National Parks. For photographic, wildlife and birdwatching enthusiasts, this is a dream drive on a fully sealed road suitable for a two-wheel-drive vehicle. The 457km drive begins in Darwin and follows the Arnhem Highway through the Adelaide and Mary River wetlands to Kakadu National Park. It then follows the Kakadu Highway before intersecting the Stuart Highway down to Katherine and Nitmiluk National Park (Katherine Gorge). Kakadu is home to some of the world’s oldest Aboriginal rock art galleries. It can be explored by car or on hundreds of kilometres of marked walking trails. Travellers can cruise the Yellow Water Billabong or the East Alligator River to see birds, animals and crocodiles. Further south is Katherine, the gateway to Nitmiluk National Park. Swim in the spring-fed crystal clear pool of the Katherine Hot Springs. At Nitmiluk National Park, board a cruise, canoe down the gorge and spot birds, crocodiles and other native flora and fauna. On your return to Darwin stop off for a swim at Leliyn / Edith Falls. Take a scenic walk at Butterfly Gorge Nature Park, north of the historic gold mining town of Pine Creek.

Darwin NT

1.2 km away

Cemetery interpretative signage at the main entrance.

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Palmerston Cemetery

This was the only cemetery in Darwin for the period 1870's to 1919. Lot 3506, is a remnant section of the area proposed for a cemetery on the original survey of Palmerston in 1869. The cemetery is located along Goyder Road, next to the Motor Vehicle Registry. The site is in good condition and is well maintained. Some of the gravestones appear to have been stabilised at some stage.

Darwin NT

1.3 km away

Cullen Bay Marina and Precinct birdseye view of the beach and lawns with the Marina and Darwin city. — Image credit: Cullen Bay Marina Management Corporation

Entertainment Venues

Cullen Bay Marina

Cullen Bay Marina is a small, protected and picturesque Marina close to the heart of Darwin. Vessel access is via a Lock or a ramp for smaller boats. The Marina has 10mt - 25mt powered berths available for rent. Max vessel size LOA 25m - Beam 8.5m - Draft 3m. The Lock operates: 6am - 11pm 7 days a week. Fuel is available just outside the Lock. The Marina Precinct includes a bar, a cafe', a gym, a laundry, an ice-cream parlour and a variety of excellent restaurants as well as numerous commercial businesses. The beautiful foreshore lawns overlooking the sea are a popular venue for weddings and events as well as being an ideal picnic spot for friend and family gatherings. In dry season Cullen Bay holds weekly free music events and onsite food trucks complete the scene where the spectacular sunsets are enjoyed by everyone!

Darwin NT

1.3 km away

Cullen Bay Foreshore — Image credit: Cullen Bay Marina Management Corporation

Natural Attractions

Cullen Bay Marina and Foreshore

Cullen Bay is one of the most beautiful places in Darwin with its Foreshore lawns and beach. An ideal spot for everyone to enjoy the gorgeous weather the Top End has to offer. An open, safe, green area where kids can play, it is pet friendly as well and even has drinking fountains for pooches! A perfect picnic area, there are plenty of restaurants on hand for both eat-in and take-away. In dry season you can expect some food trucks and live music as well. A favoured wedding venue, the lawns overlooking the blue sea create an idyllic backdrop for any photo. Round that off with a spectacular sunset and you have it all. With plenty of parking available as well as a bus direct into town, Cullen Bay is really easy to get to. For a change of scenery or something a little more lively, walk over to the Marina precinct and check out the boats and the pub and waterfront restaurants and shops. Book some pampering at the Day-spa or hairdressers, a massage, take a class at the gym and fitness centre, drop off some laundry, buy some beautiful jewellery, dare to get a tattoo... so many choices! Indulge in a fishing tour or a sunset sail or take the ferry and do a spot of island hopping.

Darwin NT

1.3 km away

Kids enjoying the arcade

Amusement and Theme Parks

Zone 3 Laser Tag

Zone 3 is Darwin's original laser tag arena, bringing fast-paced indoor action to the heart of the CBD since 1993. Players step into a purpose-built multi-level arena filled with ramps, bunkers, neon-lit walls and atmospheric haze, then battle it out using lightweight infrared taggers and vests. Games suit all ages and abilities. First-timers get a full safety briefing and simple rules, while regulars can chase personal bests on the live scoreboard. Team modes, free-for-all matches and special game variants keep every session different. The air-conditioned arena offers a welcome escape from the Top End heat, making Zone 3 a reliable option in both the dry and the wet. The venue is a popular choice for birthday parties, school holiday outings, corporate team building, end-of-season sports celebrations, hens and bucks groups, and casual get-togethers with friends. Party packages, group bookings and private arena hires are available, with a dedicated party room for food, cake and presents. An arcade and lounge area give non-playing guests somewhere comfortable to relax between games. Tag. Move. Connect. Zone 3 blends sport, social play and active fun under one roof, delivering an experience that rewards teamwork, quick thinking and a sense of humour. Located in central Darwin with nearby parking and public transport, Zone 3 is an easy addition to any visitor's itinerary.

Darwin City NT

1.4 km away

Doctor's Gully Catalina Base. An M. Owen stitch of images from the Stuart Gore Collection SLWA — Image credit: Stuart Gore

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

WWII Catalina Base – Doctors Gully

Discover one of Darwin's lesser-known historic locations at Doctors Gully — a wartime staging ground that supported key Royal Australian Air Force operations in the Top End. Set within the broader precinct near the well-known Aquascene property, the area reveals layers of history from World War II through to Darwin's early development. During the war, Doctors Gully operated as a vital support site for the "Black Cat" Squadron — Catalina flying boats tasked with long-range reconnaissance, mine-laying, and covert missions across the Pacific. While few structures remain, the site formed part of an essential northern defence network. Visitors can explore two original WWII oil tanks and follow the Peels Well Rainforest Walk, leading to Darwin's first water source — blending wartime, natural, and civic stories in one location. Although the wartime base infrastructure sits within the broader precinct, the Aquascene property owners have actively contributed to preserving local history. They have recovered and displayed maritime artefacts from Darwin Harbour and continue to share the area's story with the public. Enjoy a self-guided walk, visit the oil tanks, and stroll to Peels Well. Then relax at Aquascene — take in harbour views, enjoy the café (open daily), and experience the iconic fish feeding, held on the high tide (ticketed entry applies).

Darwin NT

1.5 km away

Two kids enjoying the fish

Zoos, Sanctuaries, Aquariums and Wildlife Parks

Aquascene Fish Feeding Sanctuary and Cafe

Aquascene is Darwin's number one fish feeding experience and top-rated Darwin tourist attraction. Located at Doctors Gully just minutes from Darwin CBD, Aquascene Fish Feeding has been one of the best things to do in Darwin since 1955. Hand-feed fish in Darwin's calm tropical waters — wild barramundi, mullet, milkfish, catfish and batfish come right up to you at high tide. It's a safe, magical and unforgettable Darwin wildlife experience for all ages. One of the most popular Darwin family activities and Darwin kids activities, Aquascene is perfect for families, school groups, tour groups and visitors looking for what to do in Darwin. Consistently rated among the best things to do in Darwin with kids on TripAdvisor. Open daily at high tide — check the website for today's fish feeding Darwin session times and online bookings. The Gully Cafe on-site serves coffee, snacks and light meals. Gift vouchers available.

Darwin NT

1.5 km away

Frog Hollow – mature trees on the site. The landscape is well maintained

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Frog Hollow

Frog Hollow is highly valued by the Darwin community for its social, industrial relations and educational associations. It is valued as natural parkland in the central city area. It was used as worker camps in the early years of Commonwealth jurisdiction over the NT from 1911. Living conditions were squalid and described by the Northern Standard as ‘humpies’ and ‘bag huts held together by wire’. Frog Hollow had a single tap, no toilets and mosquito-infested water pools. By 1936, private houses were being constructed at Frog Hollow. In 1938, however, land was compulsorily acquired by the Commonwealth for military uses, including construction of a 200,000 gallon petrol tank for piping fuel to the jetty, and installation of a drainage system. A workers camp remained until the bombing of Darwin in 1942 when all land was acquired by the military. A fuel tank at Frog Hollow was destroyed in a bombing raid on 2 April 1942. In 1949, a parliamentary inquiry recommended that a school be built on land adjacent to Frog Hollow to support the rapidly growing post-war population. Darwin Primary School opened in 1954 and closed in 1984. The buildings are now used for community arts.

Darwin NT

1.7 km away

Parliament House — Image credit: Department of the Legislative Assembly

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Northern Territory Parliament House

Parliament House is located in State Square at the end of Mitchell Street, adjacent to the Supreme Court of the Northern Territory and Government House. It stands on one of the nation's most significant historic sites. Overlooking the striking Darwin Harbour, the building rests on the site of the Darwin Post Office and Telegraph Station, which was bombed during the first bombing raid on the Top End on 19 February 1942. Parliament House in Darwin opened in 1994 and is a magnificent example of contemporary tropical architecture. Pick up a self-guided tour brochure from the entry foyer and enjoy a leisurely walk around the building or participate in a free public guided tour every Friday at 10.30am from April to October. Online Bookings are essential.

Darwin City NT

1.7 km away

Old Boab Tree in Cavenagh Street

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

Old Boab Tree in Cavenagh Street

This tree is significant due to its historic, social and aesthetic values. This Boab marks the site of Darwin's first primary school, and later the Darwin High School and the Adult Education Centre. This Boab was planted in the late 1800's and is a fine example of its species. During WWII a "Daisy Cutter" bomb lay unexploded within its shade for several days prior to discovery.

Darwin City NT

1.8 km away

USS Peary Memorial

Historical Sites and Heritage Locations

USS Peary Memorial

A 4-inch gun from the USS Peary now stands as a memorial, pointing toward the site where the ship lies wrecked beneath Darwin Harbour. It honours the 91 crew members who lost their lives when the ship was sunk by Japanese forces during the bombing of Darwin on 19 February 1942 – the United States Navy's greatest loss of life in Australian waters. The wreck of the U.S.S. Peary is heritage-listed, along with several other World War II shipwrecks that remain as powerful reminders of the first Japanese air raid on Darwin and Australia. This attack was driven by Darwin's strategic importance in the rapidly evolving geopolitical landscape of the Pacific and Southeast Asia between December 1941 and February 1942. These wrecks serve not only as memorials to those who died defending Darwin but also as significant artefacts of Australia's maritime history. They offer valuable insight into the types of vessels and defence equipment used during World War II, preserving the legacy of those who served.

Darwin City NT

1.9 km away

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