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Darwin City Explorer Tour

4.6 (100 reviews) 5 hours
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Darwin City Explorer Tour

About this activity

The Darwin City Explorer tour is a great way to visit the major attractions and sights in and around the 'Top End' of Australia. Perfect for a first time visitor or family, your experienced tour guide will showcase Darwin's top attractions and you'll be provided full commentary of the colourful sights located here. Attractions visited may include WWII Oil Storage Tunnels or RFDS/Bombing of Darwin exhibition, Aviation Heritage Centre, Darwin Botanical Gardens and the Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.

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At a glance

Duration
5 hours
Confirmation
Instant confirmation
Ticket
Mobile or paper ticket accepted
Group
Up to 21 people
People per booking
1–15
Guide
English
Operated by
Wallaroo Tours, Tour Tub and Jumping Crocodile Adventure

Ages: Adults (1–99 years)

What is included

Included

  • Included: Professional guide
  • Included: Entry Fees to attractions
  • Included: Live commentary on board
  • Included: Hotel pickup and drop-off (selected hotels only)

Not included

  • Not included: Price doesn't include $10pp for any pickups at caravan parks.
  • Not included: Lunch
  • Not included: Gratuities

Itinerary

  1. Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory

    one hour

    The Museum & Art Gallery showcases a range of displays including the Cyclone Tracy simulator, Aboriginal Art & Craft, Sweetheart the rogue Croc, pre historic display and lots more. There is also a cafe to purchase snacks and drinks.

  2. Darwin Aviation Museum

    40 min Admission included

    The Darwin aviation Museum houses a B52 aircraft and many other displays related to the Aviation and WWII history.

  3. George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens

    20 min

    The George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens are in set in 42 hectares of native & tropical flora, plus an orchid house & cafe.

  4. Parap Market

    30 min

    On Saturdays ( only ) we visit the Parap Village Markets where you can purchase local foods & craft.

  5. Fannie Bay Gaol

    Passing by

    We drive past Fannie Bay Goal on our way to East Point Nature Reserve. Your guide will provide information on the history of the Goal as we drive past.

  6. Parliament House

    Passing by

    Your guide will provide information on Parliament House as you drive past it.

  7. 1934 Qantas Hangar

    15 min Admission included

    Antique motor vehicle, car & bicycle museum in an unpretentious 1934 airplane hangar.

  8. RFDS Darwin Tourist Facility

    one hour Admission included

    This attraction showcases RFDS and WWII History including the Bombing of Darwin Harbour.

Meeting point and pickup

The operator picks every participant up from their accommodation or the points below.

Pickup points

  • Vitina Studios by Argus
  • Mantra on the Esplanade Darwin
  • Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
  • Argus Apartments Darwin
  • DoubleTree by Hilton Esplanade Darwin
  • Novotel Darwin CBD
  • Ramada Suites Zen Quarter
  • Hilton Darwin

Please call day before to confirmpickup time

Using your ticket

A $10pp pick up fee may apply if you require a pickup from outside Darwin CBD

Hotel pickups commence prior to this time, you must contact the local service provider to verify your exact pickup time.

Cancellation

All sales are final. No refund is available for cancellations.

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  • The operator may cancel if too few people book; you then get another date or your money back.

Good to know

  • Infants and small children can ride in a pram or stroller

  • Public transportation options are available nearby

  • Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap

  • Suitable for all physical fitness levels

  • Children must be accompanied by an adult

  • At time of booking, Cruise ship passengers must provide the following information at time of booking: ship name, docking time, disembarkation time and re-boarding time

Traveller ratings

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