6 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 Safaris and Buley Rockhole. Get in touch with nature at Florence Falls and Nature & Wildlife Tours. You'll find plenty of places to visit near Darwin: Wangi Falls (in Litchfield National Park), Adelaide River War Cemetery (in Adelaide River) and Crazy Acres (in Berry Springs). Spend the 11th (Sun) on the water with a fishing tour. There's much more to do: look for all kinds of wild species at Fogg Dam Conservation Reserve, take in the natural beauty of Tjuwaliyn (Douglas) Hot Springs Park, appreciate the history behind Darwin Cenotaph, and enjoy the sand and surf at Mindil Beach.

To see maps, traveler tips, more things to do, and other tourist information, go to the Darwin trip itinerary planning app .

In August in Darwin, expect temperatures between 37°C during the day and 22°C at night. Finish up your sightseeing early on the 16th (Fri) so you can travel back home.