Top Darwin Walking Tours

If you’re short on time while touring the Top End, this action-packed day trip to Litchfield National Park is ideal for you. The park is famous for its glorious waterfalls, and you’ll see these up-close on a guided nature walk. You’ll also get the chance to swim in refreshing rock pools and spot wildlife, including kangaroos, flying foxes, and rare birds. Learn about the park’s biodiversity while having fun.

Enjoy a rare chance to visit the Tiwi Islands and witness an Indigenous Australian community that holds on tightly to its traditions. Located off the coast of Darwin, the Tiwi Islands experience is led by an Indigenous guide who shares local history and traditions. Partake in a traditional morning tea with Tiwi Islanders before visiting the Tiwi Museum and joining Indigenous Australian artists for an art-making workshop.

Nitmiluk National Park (formerly Katherine Gorge National Park) is one of the Top End’s most dazzling destinations—but at a 7-hour round trip from Darwin, it’s a challenging drive. Leave navigation to your accredited Outback driver/guide on this low-stress package, which includes a cruise between the glowing sandstone walls of Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge and a guided bush walk (fitness permitting) to the tumbling Edith Falls cascades.

Discover the soul of Darwin with our “Darwin’s Historic Charms: A Private Guided Walking Tour.” This journey takes you through the city’s most iconic sites, from the inspiring John McDouall Stuart Statue to the tranquil Bicentennial Park. Uncover the hidden stories of Star Village, stand amidst the poignant Town Hall Ruins, and immerse yourself in the vibrant arts scene. Each step on this tour is a chapter in Darwin’s rich historical narrative, making you the protagonist of a fascinating exploration into the city’s past and present. Join us to turn a simple walk into a memorable adventure through Darwin’s history and culture.

Ensure you get the best sunset vista by heading out onto the water on this cruise across Darwin Harbour. Aboard a large, ocean-going catamaran with plenty of deck space, sit under the sails or in the air-conditioned salon and toast the setting sun with a glass of sparkling wine before enjoying a tapas/barbecue dinner while soaking up the views—if you wish, you can bring your own drinks and keep them chilled in the on board coolers.

Get close to Australia's wildlife, without having to book multiple tours, on this jumping croc cruise from Darwin. Cruise down the Adelaide River, home to more than 1,600 crocodiles, to see these creatures launch themselves out of the water, as well as native birdlife. Then, head over to the Window on the Wetlands Visitor Center for views of the Marrakai Plains and enjoy the interactive displays.

Explore the World War II sites of Darwin on this city sightseeing and cruise tour. Visit the Darwin war memorial and East Point Military Precinct, and explore Darwin Military Museum to chart the city’s wartime experience. Midway through, enjoy a small-boat cruise around Darwin Harbour, passing the modern naval base and the remnants and wreck sites of Japan’s devastating February 1942 air raids. Hotel pickup, entrance fees, and live onboard commentary included.

Take in the views of Darwin Harbour during a sunset cruise aboard the “Charles Darwin,” a deluxe 3-level catamaran. Sail past the Esplanade, Larrakeyah Barracks, Cullen Bay, and Fannie Bay, all while seated in air-conditioned comfort or outside on the sundeck. Enjoy a delicious buffet dinner featuring fresh seafood and local produce as you watch the sun set over the Top End.

Learn all about the Top End’s tropical flora on this walking tour with a local guide at the beautiful Darwin Botanic Gardens. Your guide will also help you notice the colorful birds that live amid the trees. An ideal tour for travelers who want to experience more than just a walk in the park and learn the stories behind it.

A specially tailored tour for those with an interest in World War II, this guided tour takes you back in time to the day in 1942 when the war reached mainland Australia and the city of Darwin was bombed. Your guide shares stories from the fateful day as they lead you on a leisurely walk through the historic quarter of the city, past historic buildings dating from that era and through Darwin's streets and gardens.

Explore Kakadu National Park and learn about Australia’s Aboriginal heritage on a full-day tour from Darwin. You'll see the highlights of the UNESCO World Heritage-listed park, including ancient rock art of Ubirr Rock and views from the Nadab lookout. Then take a Guluyambi cultural cruise along the East Alligator River, traveling with an indigenous guide who stops along the way to show you the dramatic landscapes of Arnhem Land. Note: March and April visit the Burrungkuy and Nourlangie Rock galleries and ride the Billabong cruise.

Enjoy a private, all-inclusive and extended version of our popular scheduled tour for lunch or dinner. Explore a wide range of tasty exotic delicacies that are unique to Outback Australia. Your knowledgeable, experienced local guide takes you on an easy walking tour to 3 award-winning restaurants in 5 hours. Try over 12 gourmet tastes that may include Aboriginal bush foods and regional delicacies like crocodile, kangaroo, prawns, gold band snapper, exotic tropical fruits and vegetables, native spices and more. Dietary options are available. There’s a complimentary welcome drink of beer, wine, or spirits at the first restaurant, and standard soft drinks are included throughout. Learn about Darwin's multicultural history, Aboriginal culture, WWII bombing, architecture, horticulture and more. We also showcase Darwin’s fabulous, award-winning street art, much of it with futuristic augmented reality. And there’s lots to eat—we’ll fill you up, finishing with a tasty tropical dessert.

Indulge your sense of adventure and fun and treat your tastebuds and in the Northern Territory’s tropical capital city. From the WWII history and sparkling harbour to the city's tropical outdoor lifestyle and Asian-influenced food, Darwin is unmissable. Perfectly suited for discovery on foot, our self-guided audio tour allows you to set the pace and explore at your leisure as you uncover the stories of this exciting city. To discover this fascinating city in your own time and at your own pace just download this self-guided audio tour, pop in your headphones, open the map that comes with your download and start walking. On this tour your will learn about Darwin's original development, the devastation brought by wars and cyclones and the redevelopment to its current state. The tour will take approximately two hours, but you can pause the audio guide when needed. Grab a bite to eat or do some shopping along the way. Please note that this tour is only available in English.

Your experienced and knowledgeable local guide will treat you to the best of Darwin’s food scene. Join us for lunch or dinner on an escorted 3-hour easy walking tour. Chefs and staff present at least 9 tasting plates (degustation) with an emphasis on local produce. Our roster of dining includes many of the city’s most award-winning restaurants. During the short walk we’ll also show you cultural and historic landmarks and Darwin’s vibrant street artworks. Download the free ‘Darwin Street Art Festival’ app for Apple or Android to see cool, futuristic augmented reality art. Your guide also carries a tablet to view it larger.

Darwin's foodie scene is diverse, and with so many restaurants to choose from, it can be hard to know where to start. This tasting tour means you don't have to choose. Instead, visit a selection of top restaurants with possibilities including Snapper Rocks, Little Miss Korea, and Speakers Corner, and enjoy gourmet tasting plates. Every tour is slightly different, so you might dine with a view of the harbor, feast on fresh seafood, or sample Aboriginal bush tucker.