Darwin
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Persistent concerns over anti-social behavior and property crime continue to dominate local debate and impact the city's nightlife and retail sectors.
Top things to do in Darwin
Evergreen picks — free items are flagged.
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Darwin's most iconic market experience features international food stalls and local crafts against the backdrop of a famous tropical sunset. It is a must-visit for its vibrant atmosphere and live entertainment.
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Operating during the dry season, these iconic markets feature incredible international food stalls and local crafts. Visitors typically grab dinner and head to the sand to watch Darwin\'s famous sunsets while enjoying live street performers.
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Located about 90 minutes from the city, this park is famous for its perennial waterfalls and croc-free swimming holes like Florence Falls and Wangi Falls. It also features massive magnetic termite mounds and scenic monsoonal rainforest walks.
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Crocosaurus Cove
#attractionLocated in the heart of the city, this attraction allows visitors to get up close with massive saltwater crocodiles. The famous \'Cage of Death\' experience plunges brave swimmers into the water with these reptiles in a protected acrylic cylinder.
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Darwin\'s premier cultural institution features a diverse collection of Aboriginal art and maritime history. A highlight is the moving exhibit on Cyclone Tracy, featuring a sound booth with actual recordings from the 1974 disaster.
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Darwin's premier cultural institution features a massive collection of Aboriginal art, maritime history, and a moving exhibition on Cyclone Tracy. Don't miss 'Sweetheart,' the famous 5.1-meter stuffed saltwater crocodile.
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A popular day-trip destination from Darwin, this park is famous for its permanent spring-fed waterfalls and magnetic termite mounds. Unlike many other areas, it offers several safe, crocodile-free waterholes like Florence Falls and Wangi Falls for swimming.
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Litchfield National Park
#outdoorA popular day trip from Darwin, this park is famous for its accessible, croc-free swimming holes and stunning year-round waterfalls like Wangi and Florence Falls. Don\'t miss the field of massive magnetic termite mounds.
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Located a short drive from Darwin, this park is famous for its perennial waterfalls and croc-free swimming holes. Key highlights include Florence Falls, Wangi Falls, and the massive magnetic termite mounds.
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Darwin Waterfront Precinct
#attractionThis bustling area features a man-made wave lagoon and a safe saltwater swimming beach protected from stingers. The precinct is lined with trendy restaurants, bars, and public art installations perfect for an afternoon stroll.