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- carlco20241 contributionWe had a great time sitting in the water with Leo the Croc. Staff were very informative, letting us know how much the croc would like to eat us.Written 3 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jane PRapid City, SD29 contributionsThe exhibit of the various boats and sailing vessels that people have used to travel and immigrate was the best part and easily missed if you didn’t stumble onto the entrance to that exhibit.Written 17 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Paula-Rosa LQueensland, Australia325 contributionsAbsolutely stunning sunset beach with sea views to die for. Very hot weather here so wear comfortable clothing & shoes.Written 5 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kamal PByron Bay, Australia9,512 contributionsWaterfront was well designed to attract visitors with the area smartly utilized, incorporating lot of spaces for different fun activities. This very methodically laid out area had almost all the amenities we needed as travellers. From the city the waterfront was accessible easily on an elevated pedestrian walkway which was well protected by a roof so that one would not get drenched during bad weather conditions. Access was well illuminated in the night with an elevator to get to the ground level. There were some beautiful sculptures of "Jipijonton" or "Jabiru" birds, paintings and real palms decorating this area which was connected to the dining and shopping precinct of the waterfront. Well surfaced pathways meandering through the area led us across the park area to the Wave Lagoon, Recreational Lagoon and the Darwin convention centre. The convention centre was an attractive building which was elegantly lit up with hues of blue in the night. Wave Lagoon was very popular with tourists and in a warm day the pool was a great comforter that was filled with fun. Adjoining the Lagoon were several breakwater piers creating some calmer water basins where we observed an Aquapark with sports activity being offered. In the same neighbourhood there were jet ski or water scooters, tour boats and the Stokes Hill wharf where we were able to enjoy the harbour views, watch sailing ships, boats and birds with dining facilities. The Jetty was also in the same surroundings. The entire area was very picturesque and methodically put to good use.Written 3 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kamal PByron Bay, Australia9,512 contributionsBerry springs was a great spot to take a cool dip in the somewhat shallow pool fed by a creek that gently cascaded in to the pool in the form of a weir. It was very easy to get to the weir and relax letting the water to splash on the head and shoulders like a water massage. Spring carrying crystal clear water extended to a larger pool where it was easy to swim and enjoy a great freshwater bath. With the warm weather in Northern Territory, Berry springs was one of the safe cooling spots and during our tour to Litchfield National Park, the dip at the Berry Springs became the second bath of the day.Written 24 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Roland B5 contributionsWorth it in so many ways. Covers the whole history of the RFDS and the bombing of Darwin in WWII. Entry fee supports the ongoing Service. There are excellent displays of various kinds and an interesting gift shop. The virtual surround experience is amazing. Additionally the staff are very helpful.Written 27 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Capt_FunkeliciousSydney, Australia633 contributionsi've been to my share of markets, and these were pretty good. we got there right on sunset and it was absolutely stunning. the markets were predominantly food-driven, but there were enough stalls to be interesting. and quite a few of those stalls were offering items specific to the northern territory, so it felt genuine in that way. it was very well-serviced with cabs at one end to whisk you away when the time was right.Written 11 September 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jess_SPSouth Australia, Australia118 contributionsSpent a few hours here on our travels.
Kids had an absolute ball.
Has plenty of shade and trees around to sit under.
No toilets within the wave pool area.
Closest ones were near the kiosk or in the park.
Didn’t take away from the fun had.Written 26 March 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Kamal PByron Bay, Australia9,512 contributionsWe were amazed by the sheer size of the 8 engine B52 bomber which was as much long as the length of the display hanger. There were many smaller aircrafts as well as fighter aircrafts and helicopters. Most eye-catching exhibits outside the hanger, on an apron were the Douglas DC 3 Dakota, the Four engine Lockheed Orion and the Mitsubishi MU 2 and a vintage well preserved Airport Fire Fighting engine. De Havilland Dove, vintage biplane De Havilland Tiger Moth, the small Rutan Long EZe and the replica of the Spitfire were beautiful exhibits. Westland Wessex and the Bell cobra were some of the helicopters that we would never have seen other than in a museum like this. Vehicle mounted and portable boarding staircases provided access to take a closer look at some of the exhibits. The nose and the middle part of a North American B 25 D Mitchell bomber named “Hawg Mouth” which had been in active service was a great attraction.Written 8 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Sivalingam SP SingaporeSingapore64 contributionsDefence Darwins war experience from 1942 history and system were displayed. Located at east point of Darwin. Not free. WorthWritten 23 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Kamal PByron Bay, Australia9,512 contributionsWhen in Darwin there was no way that we could miss the Darwin Military Museum as this city had been enveloped in the war time stories we heard, connecting it as a direct target during the World War 2. A city that had been bombed profusely while the Military fought back with all their might, using the equipment, technology and strategies they could adopt to keep the invaders away.
Armoured trucks, Scout cars, Tanks, Transporters, Big gun Turrets and bunkers, Communication equipment and military items of the second world war era and latter periods were speciality items we were able to see. It was time well spent.Written 7 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - sevenNelson Bay, Australia33 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.
- rapariga_madeirense136 contributionsNeed more water fountains!
Lovely to walk around.
Nice bathrooms and sitting area near the shop.
Very well maintained.Written 29 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - HardsyCastlemaine, Australia17 contributionsFamily friendly park with great facilities. Free waterslides (three), full playground and full functioning water park makes for a great day spent at the park.Written 3 October 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lorraine LTarwin Lower, Australia3,581 contributionsThis is a very scenic area, we visited looking for a good fishing spot but then ran short of time so I am not sure there is anywhere here for fishing. There are many7 areas for a picnic and to spend a bit of time with young families.Written 30 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
