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The tropical north has so much to offer - with a sophisticated but laid-back city, friendly locals and untouched wilderness and wetlands. There are many operators who offer a satisfying and remarkable experience. We will be building on our recommendations regularly but the following are some of our personal favourites and may help to organise your holiday.
Other useful information   Restaurants

When driving in the NT
- 40kph is all day in school zones
- look out for free turns at some red lights after stopping - can be handy
- red light cameras on Stuart Hwy DO work
- check before pulling out on green light as the NT has it's share of red light runners
- All NT roads now have a speed limit - check your signs

Precautions in the Tropics
Always ensure you have lots of water
Hats and sunscreen a must
Let someone know your whereabouts

 

BE CROCODILE AWARE

Saltwater Crocodile in the Northern Territory

Bahn Thai - Marina Boulevard, Cullen Bay - 08 8941 5111 - atmosphere & outlook & great food
Hanuman - 93 Mitchell Street, Darwin - 08 8941 3500 - excellent food
Chars Restaurant - 29 Knuckey St, Darwin - 08 8981 4544 - special steak
Roma Bar - 9 Cavenagh St, Darwin - 08 8981 6729 - city breakfast
Cornucopia's Museum Cafe, Conacher St, Fannie Bay - 08 8981 1002 - outlook
Go Sushi, Shop 5 28 Mitchell St, Darwin - 08 8941 1008 - quick healthy lunch
Hog's Breath, 85 Mitchell St, Darwin - 08 8941 3333 - hearty meals
Schooners Tavern, 51 Marina Boulevard, Cullen Bay - 08 8981 0400 - home style
Super Pizza, Fannie Bay - great atmosphere
Duck's Nuts Bar/Cafe, 72 Mitchell St, Darwin - 08 8942 2122 - lunch, yummy cakes
Darwin Sailing Club, Fannie Bay - 08 8981 1700 - fantastic scenery at sunset
The Laneway Cafe, Shop 7, 24 Mitchell St, Darwin - 08 8941 3014 - quick lunches
Self Tours

East Point Military Museum, East Point
Crocosaurus Cove, Mitchell Street, Darwin - 08 8981 7522
Territory Wildlife Park, Berry Springs - 08 8988 7200
Museum and Art Gallery of NT - 08 8999 8201
Ferry ride to Mandorah
Wharf Precinct and Convention Centre and Wave Pool
Heritage Buildings at Myilly Point - Sunday high tea at Burnett House - 08 8981 0165
Government House, The Esplanade - open days 14-15th August, 2009
Darwin Heritage Walk - obtain copy from National Trust of Aust (NT)
WWII Oil Storage Tunnels, Kitchener Dr, Darwin - 08 8985 6333
Aquascene Fish Feeding 28 Doctor's Gully, Darwin - 08 8981 7837
Fannie Bay Gaol, (refer MAGNT) East Point Road - 08 8999 8201
Sunset on the Esplanade - evening walk or picnic any night

Markets
Mindil Markets, Mindil Beach - Thursday and Sunday
Parap Markets, Parap - Saturday

Shopping: - more info to come

Tours
Litchfield National Park
Kakadu National Park
Tiwi islands
Arnhemland
Fishing and Sunset Cruises
More information soon but use Tourism Top End for research
Entertainment
Skycity Darwin, Gilruth Avenue, Mindil Beach - 08 8943 8888
Darwin Entertainment Centre, 93 Mitchell St, Darwin - 08 8980 3333
Deckchair Cinema, off Kitchener Dr, Darwin - 08 8981 0700