14 days in Darwin Itinerary

The smallest of Australia’s state capitals, Darwin has nevertheless become an attractive and important urban center, being simultaneously one of the country’s most modernized cities and a gateway to both the Top End region and South East Asia.

Eschew the tourist crowds and head to Casuarina Coastal Reserve and Florence Falls. Do your shopping at Mbantua Fine Art Gallery and Rapid Creek Market. Explore the numerous day-trip ideas around Darwin: Litchfield National Park (in Batchelor), Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve (in Humpty Doo) and Berry Springs (Territory Wildlife Park & Crazy Acres). Spend the 8th (Mon) wandering through the wild on a nature and wildlife tour. Spend the 18th (Thu) on the water with a fishing tour. There's much more to do: admire the sheer force of Wangi Falls, take in the natural beauty of Tjuwaliyn (Douglas) Hot Springs Park, learn about all things military at Darwin Military Museum, and explore the different monuments and memorials at Adelaide River War Cemetery.

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In July, daytime highs in Darwin are 36°C, while nighttime lows are 22°C. Cap off your sightseeing on the 19th (Fri) early enough to travel back home.