Darwin is the capital city of the Northern Territory, Australia. Situated on the Timor sea. It is the smallest and most northerly of the Australian capital cities, and acts as the Top End's regional centre.Over time Darwin has grown from a pioneer outpost and small port into one of Australia's most modern and multicultural cities. Its proximity to Asia makes it an important Australian gateway to countries such as Indonesia and East Timor. The Stuart Highway begins in Darwin, ending at Port Augusta in South Australia.Over time Darwin has grown from a pioneer outpost and small port into one of Australia's most modern and multicultural cities. Its proximity to Asia makes it an important Australian gateway to countries such as Indonesia and East Timor. The Stuart Highway begins in Darwin, ending at Port Augusta in South Australia.The city itself is built on a low bluff overlooking the harbour. Its suburbs spread out over some area, beginning at Lee Point in the north and stretching to Berrimah in the east – past Berrimah, the Stuart Highway goes on to Darwin's satellite city, Palmerston, and its suburbs.The region, like the rest of the Top End, has a tropical climate, with a wet season and a dry season. It receives heavy rainfall during the Wet, and is well-known for its spectacular lightning.
Getting around Darwin - some options:
• Walk. Good for the heart! Remember this is a tropical climate so dress appropriately, wear a hat and carry water.• Guided walking tours with local guides providing 2 hours of commentary on Darwin's history and Aboriginal culture can make the city come to life for you. • Riding a bicycle can extend your range and joining a guided bicyle tour is 3 hours of good fun.• Take a Taxi. Ask a local for the nearest Taxi rank or ph 131008, 132211 or 131924• Use a Public Bus - they are air conditioned, cheap and cover Darwin pretty well. • Rent a car for maximum convenience• Take the Tour Tub This Darwin tourist bus loops around 10 locations on the hour from 9am to 4pm. $30 allows you to use the bus all day. • Take a sunset cruise on the harbour in a historic pearl lugger or visit Mandorah across the bay.
Darwin Tourist Freebies;
Casuarina Beach
Charles Darwin National Park
Darwin Mall
Darwin Rain Forest
East Point Reserve
Fannie Bay Beach
Jingili Water Gardens
Lake Alexander
Leanyer Recreation Lake
Lyons Cottage (British Australian Telegraph House)
Mangrove Boardwalk
Nightcliff Bike Track
Nightcliff Jetty
Northern Territory Library
NT Museum and Gallery
with Cyclone Tracy Exhibit
Parliment House
1934 QANTAS Hangar & Motor Vehicles Exhibition
Stokes Hill Wharf
The Esplanade
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