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The only Darwin City Day Tour that covers the 3 most popular museums, Botanical Gardens and an insight to see how the locals live.
A well-seasoned guide with extensive Northern Territory knowledge of the history, culture, art, and quirky stories of the region. Deb is known as a career Tour Guide and will look after your every need.
Enjoy the sights of Darwin, lunch, and all admission fees - an iconic Darwin day!
With a maximum of 4 people, this is a fun informative day where you can have a chat with your conversational experienced guide and perhaps make some new friends along the way! All you need to do is turn up, your full day is arranged and can be altered to your requirements if needed.
If you are on a cruise ship, we will ensure you are returned to your cruise ship on time.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
If you are on a cruise ship, please advise your ship name and date of arrival. We will be at the port to pick you up upon your disembarkation. Please advise your specific hotel name or Air BnB address. Please note there are multiple Hilton, Rydges, Double Tree, Argus and H Hotels so the address is important.
Itinerary
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Start with an orientation of the city and learn about the history and beginnings of this culturally diverse outpost. See the original architecture and learn about the early days of this frontier town.
Admission ticket free -
1
Stroll through the George Brown Botanical Gardens enjoying the tropical landscape, where locals walk their dogs, amazing examples of iconic vegetation including Boab and Cannon Ball Tree's, flowers and the odd lizard scurrying through the grounds. The air conditioned visitors centre is worth a look if the weather is wet !
40 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2
Experience the flora, fauna, Indigenous Arts, Cyclone Tracy Exhibition, and Maritime history through The Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory. Meet the Iconic 'Sweetheart' the Crocodile and inspect the multitude of preserved beautiful butterflies, birds and snakes, in air conditioned comfort.
1 hour 15 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3
Take an insight into The Darwin Military Museum and learn about The Bombing of Darwin by the Japanese in 1942 with a cinematic experience as well as an understanding of all things military here in Darwin, the closest part of Australia to the rest of the world - a real frontier!
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
4
The Aviation Heritage Centre is a must-visit. Explore vintage aircraft and delve into Darwin's aviation history including viewing of the only B-52 Bomber on display in the Southern Hemisphere, an array of aviation delights and a comprehensive gift and book shop !
1 hour • Admission ticket included -
5
Take a drive into a small local national park to view the city skyline. This is especially interesting for cruise ship guests to see their ship parked next to the city in the distance.
15 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
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Additional info
- Wheelchair accessible
- Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller
- Service animals allowed
- Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
- Transportation options are wheelchair accessible
- All areas and surfaces are wheelchair accessible
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
- Wheelchairs, walkers and strollers can be carried in our trailer. Please be mindful of the height of our vehicle if you have mobility issues. (see image of vehicle) We have a step to assist if required.
- FOOD REQUIREMENTS - Please provide your choice of chicken, ham, prawn or felafel or general dietary requirements through the messaging button on this booking form.
- 1 hour allocation for Lunch and the remaining will be allocated to travel time and other miscellaneous
- There are no health restrictions on this tour, we encourage you to drink water to assist with your hydration in the warm and humid weather that is prone in Darwin.
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Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
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Cancellation Policy
- For a full refund, you must cancel at least 24 hours before the experience’s start time.
- If you cancel less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time, the amount you paid will not be refunded.
- Any changes made less than 24 hours before the experience’s start time will not be accepted.
- This experience requires a minimum number of travelers. If it’s canceled because the minimum isn’t met, you’ll be offered a different date/experience or a full refund.
- This experience requires good weather. If it’s canceled due to poor weather, you’ll be offered a different date or a full refund.
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You can cancel up to 24 hours in advance of the experience for a full refund.
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