Nature & parks in Darwin

THE 10 BEST Parks & Nature Attractions in Darwin

Nature & Parks in Darwin

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  • jochris03
    Brisbane, Australia3 contributions
    can’t believe there are salties right in the heart of Darwin City! It was scary at first but it was a bit relaxing once you’re in the cage 😅
    Written 28 November 2023
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  • Dyan H
    4 contributions
    Head to the beach just before the sunset to see an amazing transformation of the sun. As it lowers it changes to a bright red giving a spectacular glow. It lingers long enough to take plenty of beautiful photos
    Written 28 October 2023
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  • Star_04_11
    Sydney, Australia45 contributions
    Fabulous spot with great facilities. Not crowded as lots of pools to swim in plus so close to Darwin. Don’t miss it!
    Written 29 September 2023
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  • Peter M
    Melbourne, Australia1,301 contributions
    This was built in 1994 and is the largest crocodile and wildlife attraction in the Northern Territory. It has hundreds of crocodiles, a museum and a jumping croc cruise. It costs $44 for an adult and cheaper for concessions.

    Written 25 September 2023
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  • gc g
    Gold Coast, Australia366 contributions
    this 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 2023
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  • Susan P
    Newcastle, Australia260 contributions
    Nice 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 2023
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  • Michael-4551
    Caloundra, Australia5,458 contributions
    Visited on Monday 1st May. Stopped off there to check out the area, great views of the coastline looking back towards Darwin.
    Written 16 June 2023
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  • julie h
    10 contributions
    July 2023. Beautiful park. Lots of different fish, turtles, and snakes to see. Great playground for children and nice water facilities, ie small dams for children to play in. Beautifully kept.
    Written 25 July 2023
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  • Peter M
    Melbourne, Australia1,301 contributions
    Bicentennial 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 2023
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  • Sajeen Raman
    8 contributions
    it is ok for one time visit, better to go before the sunset.
    Not much attractive compare to other place in Darwin .
    Written 28 July 2022
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  • Moira
    Australia Plains, Australia10 contributions
    amazing experience, the water being so salty, we just floated, which was a wonderful, relaxing feeling. Would have liked to see more shade provided, if possible over the water.
    Written 21 October 2019
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  • gitte h
    13 contributions
    Lots of insect bites even after using repellent. Great war display which is free of charge. Easy driving even on a coach.
    Written 5 August 2022
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  • bobjanh
    Brisbane, Australia2,179 contributions
    We did the 1.3km each way walk from the car park into the lower Cascades: a lovely, generally shady walk with the last 150m a bit of a rock scramble.

    The reward is some delightful little cascading falls and rock holes that are just delightful to take a dip kin: croc free.

    One of our favourite spots visite during our four days at Litchfield national park.
    Written 31 May 2022
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  • Simon M
    17 contributions
    I first visited the park in 2014, when I first arrived in Darwin, searching for new experiences. I walked along one of the trails--the Woodland Walk--and, although not disappointed with a scattering of animals, birds, and thick bush, was not especially impressed either. Then, many years later, after I had forgotten this experience, I decided to walk, with my partner, around another trail--the Jungle walk--assuming I would experience the same feeling of mild satisfaction. But, actually, the Jungle walk, embedded in Monsoon rainforest, was surprisingly lush and peaceful. The trail snaked its way through some stunning trees, shrubs, and land. We were surprised at how such obvious beauty, only a 15 to 20 minute drive from the CBD, was overlooked by most locals, including us
    Written 12 December 2022
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  • DeniseLGoodfellow
    Darwin River, Australia14 contributions
    A colleague ad I carried out the original fauna surveys of Mantom Dam in the 1980s and we spotted what appeared to be estuarine crocodiles in the pools left after the dam had been drained. However, their presence was not acknowledged for years. I advise against swimming.
    Written 15 March 2023
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