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What to do and see in Darwin, Northern Territory: The Best Nightlife
As the Northern Territory’s thriving capital, Darwin attracts travelers from all around the globe for its outdoor, tropical lifestyle. With waterfront dining, crocodile adventures, rich historical experiences and access to the Tiwi Islands all within a few minutes of the city center, there’s enough to do to fill a weekend or a week.
Restaurants in Darwin
1. Darwin Gourmet Tours
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 11 reviews
Hungry? Thirsty? We can help with that. From market fresh produce to some of the world's most innovative fine dining, if you’re a foodie, Darwin has plenty to keep your palate busy. Our tours are constantly changing, and feature exciting native ingredients and a passionate food and drink culture. The food and drink is the star, but the unique locations we’ll take you to also shine.
2. Gardens Park Golf Links
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 1 reviews
Welcome to The Gardens Park Golf Links, Darwin's Premier Public Golf Course. Our 9 hole, par 34 course is set amongst 55 acres of CBD fringe real estate. Enjoy a game of golf followed by cold drink in our beer garden by the lake. Bring the family and play a game of mini golf at our 18 holes mini golf course. Our relaxing beer garden by the lake is the perfect spot for a cold drink while enjoying the Darwin weather. Practise you golf swing at our Driving Range. Weekday Green fees $22 Weekday Green fees Service Personnel $23 Weekday Green fees Student/ Senior $17 Golf Cart $30 Club Hire $15 Weekend Green fees $25 Weekend Green fees Service Personnel $23 Weekend Green fees Student / Senior $17 Golf Cart $30 Club Hire $15
3. Aboriginal Bush Traders
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 79 reviews
Situated in the historical Lyons Cottage along the Esplanade, Aboriginal Bush Traders is one of Darwin’s most unique attractions. Our retail gallery exhibits a range of authentic Indigenous products, and is complimented by our Café, which focuses on using native Australian products and bush tucker in our menu. Aboriginal Bush Traders is 100% not-for profit. Gallery open: 9am - 4pm Monday to Friday & 9am - 2pm Saturday. Café open: 7:30am - 3pm Monday to Friday & 9am - 2pm Saturday.
Reviewed By marlatiyev - Phoenix, United States
Aboriginal Bush Traders has wonderful and authentic cuisine showcasing Aboriginal food with a twist. I ate an excellent ham and cheese Panini. I drank a refreshing Rosella ice tea, which tastes similar to Hibiscus. The food was cooked to order and Raeleen greets customers with her contagious smile. The gift shop has fantastic indigenous items too. I purchased a rub that cures coughs for my father. The best part is that they're centrally located because it is a three-minute walk from my hotel. Lastly, it is directly across ta park with a sea view.
4. Goat Island Lodge
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 35 reviews
Goat Island Lodge is a very small fishing and wilderness lodge, with a licensed bar and bistro. 4 only hotel rooms, 2 have 4 single beds, and 2 have 1 Queen size and 2 single beds. All rooms with ensuite,and aircon. but very basic as that is the market serviced. There is no official transport to Island, must have own or hired boat, or come by helicopter.
Reviewed By Ke11y_Ross - Browns Plains, Australia
What an absolutely beautiful place, Kai the owner is the funniest old fart ????highly recommended place to stop for a cold beer.
5. Stone House Wine Bar & Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 109 reviews
We are a proud local wine bar and kitchen located in the middle of Darwin town, housed in a heritage listed stone shop house dating from the 1880’s. Our tastes in wine are as varied as they are many, and we travel widely to source inspired drops. Come in and join us for drinks and snacks, prop yourself at the bar, or discover our growing wine garden out the back.
Reviewed By Keyah
A great find in Darwin. Beautiful setting in an old stone building (it used to be an opium den) and a pretty back garden. Excellent selection of wines and beers, with knowledgeable friendly staff who are happy to give tastings and chat about the wine. Great bar snacks as well - two types of anchovies!
6. Virginia Tavern
7. Hotel Darwin Sports Bar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 103 reviews
Our iconic hotel dates back to 1940 and has long been known as Darwin’s meeting place. Open 7 days a week from 10am till late. Enjoy a delicious meal and choose from the many cold beers that are on tap. Hotel Darwin features an award winning Sports Bar and a newly refurbished beer garden. Enjoy free live music every Friday and Saturday nights during the Dry Season.
Reviewed By eblac - Sydney, Australia
I really liked the atmosphere of this place, very relaxed, big out door beer garden, great balcony location at the front, pool tables, lots of tap beer, live entertainment, it kind of ticked a lot of boxes for me.
8. Tap on Mitchell
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By Mjsomaha
We stopped in for a quick lunch and a few cocktails while our cruise ship was docked in Darwin. Friendly service, good selection of sandwiches and other casual food. My steak sandwich was filled with sliced veggies including beet root!
9. The Trader Bar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 17 reviews
There’s a secret in Darwin, a sanctuary hidden away in the cool with a library of gins and boutique spirits. You only need to follow the trail; under an archway of vines, past the ancient blooming orchid and across our wide green garden lays a steel door, the gate which keeps wines from across the world safe for your lips. Come for the Drinks, the Music or the Espresso – your friends are waiting! Drinks. Coffee. Friends. Music.
10. Throb Nightclub
Overall Ratings
3.5 based on 12 reviews
Reviewed By Andy1964Seminyak - Bathurst, Australia
As a gay man who has seen many clubs, Drag Shows etc over many years, I LOVE the community in Darwin, and especially at Throb! My life anthem is always 'Labels are for clothing' and this place clearly shows that. The productions and choreography were both of a very high standard, and the friendliness of the staff and performers also first class! Feel welcome at this place...if only they opened a little earlier....
