Best of the Northern Territory

Guides built from our catalogue of 2,200+ mapped locations. Ordered by what is featured and how far it is from Darwin — not by who paid, because nobody pays. There are no user ratings on this site yet, so nothing here claims to be ranked by them.

Best Places to Visit in the Northern TerritoryThe Northern Territory places worth planning a trip around — Uluru, Kakadu, Litchfield, Nitmiluk, Kings Canyon and more, with the season each one is actually open.
Best Waterfalls in the Northern TerritoryThe NT's best waterfalls: Florence Falls, Jim Jim, Wangi, Gunlom, Edith Falls and more — with swimming info, access details and the season each one opens.
Best Swimming Holes Near DarwinThe best croc-monitored swimming holes within 2 hours of Darwin: Berry Springs, Florence Falls, Buley Rockhole, Wangi Falls, and more. All safe for swimming.
Best Swimming Holes Near KatherineKatherine's best swimming spots: Nitmiluk Gorge, Edith Falls, Katherine Hot Springs, Bitter Springs, Mataranka. Includes thermal springs and gorge swims.
Best Camping Spots in the Northern TerritoryThe NT's best campgrounds, from free bush camps to national park sites: Devils Marbles, Wangi Falls, Kakadu, Ormiston Gorge. Prices, facilities and access.
Best Free Camping in the Northern TerritoryFree camping spots along the Stuart Highway and in national parks. Rest areas, bush camps, and $0 overnight stays across the Northern Territory.
Best Camping Near DarwinTop campgrounds within 2 hours of Darwin: Litchfield, Berry Springs, Adelaide River. Prices, facilities, and which ones are best for families.
Best Fishing Spots in the Northern TerritoryThe NT's top fishing locations: Mary River, Daly River, Dundee Beach, Shady Camp, Darwin Harbour. Best spots for barramundi, mud crab, and reef fish.
Best Fishing Spots Near DarwinTop fishing spots within 2 hours of Darwin: Shady Camp, Adelaide River, Lee Point, Stokes Hill Wharf. Best for barra, queenfish, and mud crab.
Best Free Things to Do in DarwinThe best free activities in Darwin: East Point wallabies, Museum & Art Gallery, Botanic Gardens, Nightcliff foreshore, Lake Alexander swimming and more.
Best National Parks in the Northern TerritoryThe NT's great national parks: Kakadu, Litchfield, Nitmiluk, Uluru-Kata Tjuta, Kings Canyon and the West MacDonnells. Entry fees, highlights and best season.
Best Things to Do in Alice SpringsThe complete Alice Springs activity guide: Desert Park, Anzac Hill, Todd Mall galleries, West MacDonnell Ranges, Simpsons Gap and more.
Best Lookouts & Viewpoints in the Northern TerritoryThe NT's most dramatic viewpoints: Ubirr sunset, Anzac Hill, Nawurlandja Lookout, Kings Canyon rim, and more. Where to watch sunrise and sunset.