Howard Springs Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Darwin Waterfront
Explore Darwin’s scenic waterfront, where you can swim in the wave pool, see turtles up close and dine in restaurants overlooking the sea.
The Esplanade
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants.
Mindil Beach
Explore one of Australia’s best beaches by day or visit by evening to enjoy Asian food, a massage, live music and indigenous crafts at Darwin’s sunset markets.
Cullen Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Darwin with a trip to Cullen Bay Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.
Mindil Beach Sunset Market
You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.
Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
Learn the stories behind Aboriginal paintings, local wildlife, regional archaeology and the cyclone that flattened Darwin in this gallery that has free admission.
Things to do
LookAbout Darwin, Wetlands & Wildlife Premium Tour - Max 6 Guests
Litchfield Tour & Crocodile - Crocodylus Park
Jumping Crocodile Cruise with lunch
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
Top hotels in Howard Springs
BIG4 Howard Springs Holiday Park
"Little gem on the outskirts of Darwin's rural area."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
Home away from home, plenty of space for your caravan, camper, friends
"Great for dogs."
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
"Nice rooms in a convenient location."
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2026
The Leea Darwin
"I believe this is the best hotel in Darwin. Elegant, clean and everything was easy. Good breakfast and great bathroom"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
"I cannot fault this property. We loved our stay and will definitely be back soon and stay with them again. Clean room. Amazing staff. Pool was the best and enjoyed the swim up pool. Even chatting with security was so good to hear about Darwin. Thank you"
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
"Unless you like checking in with a computer screen I would give this place a miss. After booking with Hotels, still had to enter all my details again, then asked if i wanted to purchase a late check out, which I did only to find myself locked out of my room after 10:30am. Then had to find a real ..."
Reviewed on 23 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Howard Springs
Darwin City Centre
Darwin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smith Street Mall or The Esplanade.
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Marrara Sports Complex.
Cullen Bay
If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.
Palmerston
Palmerston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the larger area, you might add a stop by Howard Springs Nature Park to your list.
Howard Springs Travel Guide
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