Darwin Things to Do Tips by skatzcatz

Less then an hour from Darwin, Berry Springs is one of those places few tourists often discover yet all the locals know of it. I very pretty place, good for a bbq, swim or just a stroll in the grassed areas Berry Springs is somewhere to relax and let the topend afternoon drift by. Toilets, bbq, 3 swimming holes, shop open sometimes and historical displays about the area and Berry Springs role in World War 2.

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i find nothing better then spending a sunday morning walking amid the plants of Darwin's 'George Brown Botanical Gardens'. Named in honour of the former mayor and 1 time gardener the botanical gardens are full of many of darwins local plants and those the locals grow in theire gardens. A cool and relaxing place to take a stroll.

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Address: Gardens Road
Directions: across from Gardens oval and Mindil Beach

Approximately 30 minutes south of Darwin you will find the relaxing Howard Springs. Here you can swim amongst barramundi, watch turtle play, peer deep into the eyes of a cat fish, stroll amongst kangaroos or talk the scenic rain forest trail. There is also a kiddies pool, toilets and a well shaded bbq area. Very popular with locals a must for an afternoon getaway or a morning walk. Good both wet and dry Howard Springs is a place every few months i take some time out to see.

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Directions: Left at Howard Springs lights, follow the road straight on

Once again another great council facility. lake Alexander in itself is a great spot to relax and unwind and with the new playground there, the kids are now well catered for. Also with bbq's, toilets, swimming in the Lake and plenty of walking trails nearby this is a great place to take the kids.

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Directions: Lake Alexander, East Point reserve
Website: www.darcity.nt.gov.au

Situated on the cliffs of Nightcliff this pool is one of the nicest spots on darwin to spend an afternoon or morning to take a swim. Nothing better then enjoying the view or take a dip in the large pool. there is also a small pool for the children and an upgrade to the Council owned pool is planned in the near future.

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Phone: 8985 1682
Website: www.darcity.nt.gov.au

Open approximately 8am every Saturday morning until sometime in the afternoon, Parap markets is a relaxing place to obtain souvenirs, fruit and vegeies, local foods and an odd assortment of crafts. Its also a great place to catch up with friends and meet some local identities. Parking sometimes difficult and finding a seat can be hard as its very popular with the locals. Enough said, locals like it, it must be good.......

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Address: Parap
Directions: Parap Shopping Centre

Heading towards Florence Falls you will come to the Buley Rockhole turnoff on the left. These cascades are very popular with all visitors and provide a cooling place for that well deserved swim. Also located near the rockhole are toilets, campground and a walking trail to Florence Falls. Open all year round except in severe wet conditions.

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Directions: Litchfield Park, left off the Florence Road

Florence Falls is one of Litchfields most scenic of falls,Located at the bottom of a climb down it also is one of Litchfields hidden swimming holes. With no facilties below at the falls its best to descend already prepared for the swim.

there is also a 4wd campsite with a rough track to the falls, the advantage of the campsite is its somewhat secluded and the walk dosnt entail a descent/ascent

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Directions: end of the Florence Falls road, look for the carpark then follow the marked trails

Tolmer Falls are protected in Litchfield National Park due to a rare bat colony. There is however a walking trail (suitable for disabled) to the viewing platform above the falls. There are no facilities at the viewing platform but there are toilets at the carpark.

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Directions: past the Florence Falls turnoff heading from Batchelor, left hand side road, follow the signage.

Wangi Falls are a wonderful place to take that relaxing swim, sit back enjoy the topend weather, lick an icecream, camp, take a scenic walk or just have a bbq.

Yes all these activities are available and little wonder its a very popular spot. A must see if your going to Litchfield.

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Directions: Follow the signs and the Wangi Falls turnoff