The capital of the Northern Territory, Darwin is Australia’s northernmost city and a popular stop for intrepid travelers cruising the northern shores or arriving from Southeast Asia. Located in the heart of Darwin, Darwin Cruise Port offers easy access to the city center, and it’s a gateway to Australia’s impressive national parks.
Travelers arriving at Darwin cruise port can choose from a wide range of shore excursions. With a full day in port, options include exploring Litchfield National Park with its giant termite mounds, cruising along the Adelaide River, taking a wildlife-watching cruise around the Corroboree Billabong Wetlands, and visiting the Territory Wildlife Park.
Within the city, hop-on hop-off tours let you jump off to explore the Darwin Waterfront Precinct, spot crocodiles at Crocosaurus Cove, tour Darwin’s WWII sites, and visit the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.
The cruise terminal is located at Fort Hill Wharf, about 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) from downtown Darwin and about .5 miles (1 kilometer) from the Esplanade. It’s about a 15-minute walk or 5-minute taxi ride into town and many cruise liners offer free shuttle buses.
The official language is English, although the local dialect may differ from British and American English. The local currency is the Australian dollar. There is a tourist information booth, ATM, and currency exchange at the cruise terminal, and there are numerous choices for restaurants, cafés, and shops within walking distance.