A popular stopping point for international cruise liners and smaller ships traveling along the Australian coast, Darwin Cruise Port is the gateway to the tropical capital of Australia’s Northern Territory. Passengers dock at the Fort Hill Wharf terminal, which enjoys easy access to Darwin downtown.
Make your way into Darwin downtown to explore the myriad multicultural markets that call this tropical city home—the Mindii Beach Sunet, Parap Village, and Palmerston markets are popular options, while indigenous art galleries also abound. Alternatively, get to grips with the city’s tumultuous history on a guided walking tour or venture further afield during a shore excursion to Litchfield Park, where you’ll find waterfalls, natural plunge pools, and hiking trails. Don’t skip Crocosaurus Cove, Crocodylus Park, or a jumping crocodile cruise either.
Located 1.2 miles (2 kilometers) from downtown Darwin and just over half a mile (1 kilometer) from the Esplanade, it’s possible to walk to town in around 15 minutes. You’ll always find taxis waiting by the pier, and some cruise lines also operate complimentary shuttle buses into the city. Darwin International Airport is located 8 miles (13 kilometers) northeast of the city center.
The air-conditioned Fort Hill Wharf is located just a short walk from the city center’s shopping districts, where you’ll find several ATMs and banks where you can exchange currency. Currency here is the Australian dollar and the official language is English.
