Free Things to Do in Darwin
THE 10 BEST Free Things to Do in Darwin
Best Free Things to Do in Darwin
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- Kerrie ONew South Wales, Australia128 contributionsSpent 3 hours working through the exhibits. Well presented and easy to walk around. Lovely variety of displays from Aboriginal art work; maritime boats; NT history and Cyclone Tracy. Well worth visit and cool out of 36C day outside. Nice coffee shop on site too.Written 10 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Travelgirl0123Queensland, Australia74 contributionsMindil Beach and markets are listed as a must do when visiting Darwin. I visited on Sunday, one of 2 market days and so a lot of people in attendance. The beach is small and wide. The sunset was lovely but I had a better view from my accommodation balcony a few kms away. I noted a lot of people left the beach after sunset but you need to stay about 15 to 20 mins to get the beautiful changing colours of the western sky. As for the markets I've seen better. One long side of food vans of different cultures - pricey, tried little samples and then Asian for dinner. Not a lot of tables/chairs to sit and eat. Other side was similar expensive handicraft. Lovely live background music - country and didgeridoo. Had a great foot and shoulder massage which was worth price. If you need somewhere to look at sunset (and a Darwin sunset is wonderful) or really into markets then it's worth a visit.Written 28 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- JaneBlue Mountains, Australia4 contributionsIt’s hard to capture the magic of this place in words. The reserve is a lovely place to have a picnic and the springs are just lovely.. I didn’t want to get out of the water it was just magical floating around in nature.Written 27 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Louise KGisborne, New Zealand7 contributionsDefinitely a must-visit. Lots to do, great vibes. Family friendly. Safe environment with lifeguards present. Artificial beach was great too, many places to chill-out on the grass, either in the sun or under the trees, sun lounges provided too. Travelling solo I am always conscious of leaving things while I go swimming, but had no worries here. Walking distance from Darwin Central.Written 3 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Michael-4551Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributionsVisited on Sunday 30th April, it was very busy being the first Sunday market this year. Great choice of food and drink, not as many market stalls as I was expecting.Written 16 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- gc gGold Coast, Australia354 contributionsthis is a gem off the main tourist areas of Darwin. well worth a visit, plenty or fun for all ages of children, plenty of shade and play areas as well. room to have a picnic too.Written 31 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- sevenNelson Bay, Australia26 contributionsThese markets were great - a much better proportion of food stalls to product stalls. Still a bit crowded but more manageable ( eg queues not as bad). Nice Vietnamese iced coffee, good food options. Would def go again. Mindil - I won’t.Written 16 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Michael-4551Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributionsVisited on Monday 1st May. Stopped off there to check out the area, great views of the coastline looking back towards Darwin.Written 16 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Susan PNewcastle, Australia260 contributionsNice for a visit to wander around. Seems dogs are allowed here and can swim, which was nice.
Nice spot to visit had a cafe as well although we did not go to the cafe.Written 17 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Peter MMelbourne, Australia1,212 contributionsParliament House is Australia's newest Parliament House and opened by Governor-general Bill Hayden on February 19, 1942. It was the old Post office and 10 people died in 1942 when bombed by the Japanese in August 1942 during World War 11, There is a plaque on the floor It is in 15 Mitchell Street. The NT Library is to the left and lets you print up to 20 pages free.Written 25 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Leslie S4 contributionsLovely sunset location good food , reasonable prices no table service,but ordering was fast and accurate. Food to the table was prompt and live music.Very pleasurable experience.Written 14 April 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- GriffnLeanneMorrinsville, New Zealand95 contributionsThis is a free attraction where you can pay a donation. You are greeted and given instructions to download the audio tour which brought the Gaol to life for a visitor. I think we spent about 1 - 1 1/2 hours there in the end listening to the audio tour, history and personal stories. Take your air phones!Written 20 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Yvonne DAdelaide, Australia307 contributionsThis was something new for us and we thoroughly enjoyed our hour or more looking around at all the exhibits. Even saw the holes from the bombing of the WW2Written 24 July 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter MMelbourne, Australia1,212 contributionsThis is in the old reserve Bank building in Bennett Street Darwin. It had a wealth of information-including maps, brochures, postcards and souvenirs. The man there was most helpful and gave me a map and timetable on how to get to the Quality Choice Hotel near the Darwin Airport It is a spacious building but tyhe only thing is no toilet, but there is one close by near the bus stationWritten 25 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Peter MMelbourne, Australia1,212 contributionsBicentennial Park is a large area of parkland located in the Darwin city centre. It overlooks the Darwin Harbour and runs the length of Darwin's waterfront. It has the Darwin Cenotaph War Memorial ion the park.Written 25 September 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
