About Darwin

Darwin is a thriving cosmopolitan town. As well as hosting one of Australia’s most vibrant indigenous cultures, our population is comprised of over 100 nationalities.

Darwin is also a very young city, having been almost totally rebuilt after the devastation of Cyclone Tracy in 1974, and this is reflected in the age of its population, the median age of which is 30, 5 years younger than the national median age of 35. This youthful spirit, is reflected in its easygoing, laid back lifestyle and enthusiasm for fun and leisure activities.

Climate

Darwin enjoys a perennial summer with a unique climate that boasts near perfect weather from May to September or the ‘Dry’ season as it is known by locals with clear blue skies, cool nights, and warm, temperate days around 32 degrees. The ‘Wet’ season runs from October to March is different altogether with spectacular lightning storms, cooling tropical rains, and a vibrant natural landscape that really comes alive!

Accommodation

Accommodation in Darwin ranges from hostel and backpacker lodges, to inner city resorts and five star hotels. With international standard restaurants, shopping malls, marinas, a beach-side casino and of course, in August the excitement of Festival time, there is plenty to discover and explore.

Darwin Festival accommodation partners are:

Vibe Medina, Mantra and Palms City Resort

Tourism

For more information on where to stay or what to do in and around Darwin, the following links have all the information to help you plan your trip and make your stay in Darwin a memorable one.

Northern Terrirtoy Holidays en.travelnt.com
Tourism Top End www.tourismtopend.com.au
NT Holidays www.ntholidays.com.au
The Territory.com.au www.theterritory.com.au
Darwin City Council www.darcity.nt.gov.au

Getting Here

Getting to the Northern Territory is easy. The vibrant capital city of Darwin is closer to Asia than any other capital city in Australia and is only a 3-4 hour plane ride from most Australian capital cities.

Qantas, Tiger Airways, Jetstar, Virgin Blue, Sky West and Airnorth all fly regularly to Darwin.

Getting Around

Public Transport
Buses are the main mode of public transport for Darwin residents and their visitors. The fleet is maintained to a high standard and most buses are air-conditioned for passenger comfort.
A regular and reliable bus service runs between the Harry Chan Avenue interchange just minutes from the top of the city Mall, and the other major interchanges at Casuarina Square and Palmerston. All suburbs within the Darwin municipality are covered by services. All trips are a flat $2.

Car Hire
Budget are supporters of Darwin Festival and are our preferred supplier.
Budget Car Hire Darwin Airport 8945 9800

Bikes
Darwin is an excellent city for bike riding. The flat landscape and beautiful summer weather means that bike riding is a great option for getting around. Enquire at your accommodation about bike rental opportunities.