Welcoming all Cruise Passengers to Darwin!
We’re excited to have you here! Tourism Top End invites you to discover the best of Darwin.
Explore our city’s great retail and tour options, perfect for any length of stay. Whether you’re planning day trips or a longer visit, we’ve got everything you need. Use the buttons below to plan your activities.
Cruise Shuttle Bus
A ticketed shuttle bus is available for select cruises, running from 8:30 AM, with the last return at 4:30 PM (or earlier, depending on your ship’s departure). The shuttle connects Darwin Port with the Top End Visitor Information Centre. Please note: tickets are card-only and can be bought at the terminal or Visitor Centre.
TICKET PRICING CRUISE SHIP SHUTTLE SCHEDULE
Top End Visitor Information Centre
Stop by the Top End Visitor Information Centre at 6 Bennett Street for tour bookings, cruise specials, and expert local advice. Don’t forget to grab our Top End Passport, filled with exclusive offers to enhance your Darwin experience.
While you’re there, explore our range of local souvenirs and unique gifts from the Northern Territory. For more information or assistance, reach out to us at
BASS IN THE GRASS MUSIC FESTIVAL
BASSINTHEGRASS is the Territory’s biggest and longest-running tropical music festival!
On the 18th of May, 2024, BASS will be back at Mindil Beach bringing a a truly tropical music delight! With massive international artist Macklemore, the beloved aussie band Jet, the iconic duo of Bag Raiders, and the all-time classics Bliss N Eso, it's a festival you wouldn't want to miss!
Take a look at the full line-up:
In alphabetical order:
Bag Raiders, Bliss N Eso, Coterie, Jet, J-Milla, Kinder, King Stingray, Lotte Gallagher, Macklemore, Mashd N Kutcher, Middle Kids, Mood Swing & Chevy Bass, Northlane, Sam Divine, Sunshine and Disco Faith Choir, The 046, The Jungle Giants, Vassy, Walker & Royce, What So Not, Young Franco and Ziggy Alberts.
Local artists and more to be revealed soon!
Tickets are now on sale! Head to bassinthegrass.com.au to grab your tickets today, and remember to sign up to the BASS mailing list to keep updated on all activity!
Sound
SOUND
Hear the monsoon rain, listen to the cascading waterfalls, explore Darwin's festival scene and more:
Discover Darwin
EXPERIENCE DARWIN ACROSS SEVEN SENSES
We invite you to explore unique experiences across the senses of sight, sound, taste, touch, scent, spirit and being. We invite you to taste the barramundi, hear the monsoon, smell the native bush apple, see the turtles and tropical sunsets, experience a saltwater ceremony, and to be in the present moment. Explore and experience greater Darwin throughout the year.
Spirit
SPIRIT
Discover and book experiences that connect you with your environment and surroundings:
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