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Markets were fantastic, we were lucky enough to be in town for Northern Territory Day, so we were back here again for the music and the Fireworks, had to be the best Fireworks I have ever seen, all on 2 barges anchored a couple of hundred meters off the beach, the reflection off the water was amazing.

Whether you'll enjoy Darwin or not really depends on the type of person you are and the type of trip you want. The centre of town is nocturnal - it was busier at night than during the day, absolutely mad, music playing all night long, lots of drunk people! So if you're a party person, you'll probably love it. If you're looking for a quieter trip and more focused on sight-seeing, there are some lovely things to see around Darwin, just stay a bit out of the centre of town. We took a walk along the esplanade; lots of wildlife and beautiful sunsets. The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory is really worth a visit. We also watched a film at the deckchair cinema - real good fun but make sure you take bug repellent! The Mindil beach markets and watching the sunset there was also a highlight. If you want to eat there, don't eat straight away; wait a little while until all the stalls are open. There was so much more choice the second time we walked through!

The Northern Territory Museum and Art Gallery and Aboriginal Fine arts (corner Knuckey and and Mitchell St)well worth the visit. Sunsets spectacular. Mindil Beach market bit low on interesting things to buy,though food stalls good and beach at sunset worth doing. Walk along that cost from Mindil, to Vesteys and then up to Fannie Bay gorgeous. Parap Market fabulous food stalls and worth trip also to go to the Nomad Gallery and best coffee shop(argh I've forgotten the name)by market, not just for its coffee, but for coffee related things it sells. New Flying Doctor and Darwin Bombing Museum on Stokes Wharf great for a visit. Have VR of bombing of Darwin Harbor which is really spooky! Waterfront is good for those who want to swim and some more high end restaurants down there

We enjoyed the Crocodylus farm had a great time there and if you can go on the short boat trip around the lagoon you should make the time to do so. Our guide was very knowledgeable and made a few funny comments. Spent a whole day at Litchfield National Park swimming in the waterholes,waterfalls, springs and cascades. Great day packed a picnic lunch and set off early. We also went to the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, that was great. The defence museum on the East Point was great also. Catch a sunset at Cullen Bay, nice restaurants and grass area to bring the family order some fish and chips from La Beach and sit on the beach front grassed areas or dine in. Beautiful! We also had a meal at the wharf, watched the fish swimming, then walked around the marina and swimming lake. It was easy to get around, we had a navman to assist, definitely hire a vehicle. The humid and hot weather was probably the worst part of the trip we didn't enjoy that, but a nice place to visit.

Our favourite activity was dining while watching the sun setting over the water at various locations including The Darwin Sailing Club at Fannie Bay, the Waterfront restaurants - Crustaceans on the Wharf was a favourite, and Cullen Bay. We also enjoyed our visits to the Darwin Military Museum & Defence of Darwin Experience, and, the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Both were excellent. Overall, these attractions, plus the relaxed atmosphere of Darwin and the Territorians made our stay most memorable. Shall definitely return to see the places we didn't have time to visit this trip!

plenty to see and do. In and around the city. the culture and lifestyle and the history of the city is worth making the trip to the Northern Territory

Alice Springs is a junction point. It's not a place to stay unless you have something to do there -- tours out to the countryside (get out to see the ranges, gorges, valleys), Uluru (not close, 1/2 day away) or just to refuel as you pass thru to see other points in Northern Territory. Anyone who's been to the U.S. southwest will be in familiar territory in terms of landscape. It's beautiful!! They host many a conference there just because it is so central. Australia is vast...don't be afraid to fly in and out as it's more efficient. The airport is modern. As a Canadian sightseer from Toronto, I loved the hipster cafes in the centre (Todd Mall) that had the better modern food (e.g., Thai / asian and vegan) and the better customer service without being overly pricey. For a more interesting souvenir, I recommend the fabric store. They have amazing squares of fabric (lots of sizes and patterns to choose from) that are easy to frame when you get home, and they don't take up space in your luggage or weigh a lot. If you MUST have a piece of art--there are paintings galore-- shop the different art galleries before buying any of the certified aboriginal art. Definitely stop in at the Alice Springs Desert Park. The half hour bird show was great, very nicely done. We weren't able to do the night visit but everyone likes it. If you are the type of person that prefers a Marriott or a Hilton for accommodation, then stay there. The Doubletree Hilton beside the casino has a good restaurant, rated as one of the best choices in town and I found the food great. But reserve for dinner, it gets full. You'll pay at least $23 for a decent main.

The Kangaroo Sanctuary was absolutely the most fantastic and rewarding thing I did in all of the Northern Territory. ANZAC Hill is worth a look. I found it really interesting. The Botanic Gardens have some really funky art with the beautiful landscape as the background. Loved it.

Darwin the capital city of the Northern Territory is an amazing city and fantastic place to visit. It's full of history and brought to life by locals and a super vibrant multicultural community. Which is great if you're are super tasty street foods.

Katherine is a mediocre town like lots of smaller towns in the Northern Territory needs funding to revitalize it. NT Government spend some money outside Darwin!!