Darwin, Australia

Cruise Port

Darwin

Capital city of Northern Territory, Australia.

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Overview

Darwin is a cruise port in Australia. It lies on the coast at approximately -12.438, 130.841.

About Darwin

Darwin is the capital and largest city of the Northern Territory, Australia. The city had a population of 139,902 at the 2021 census, which is nearly 63% of the territory’s population. It is the smallest, wettest, and most northerly of the Australian capital cities and serves as the Top End’s regional centre.

Overview text adapted from Wikipedia, available under the CC BY-SA license.

Planning a cruise visit

A detailed cruise guide for Darwin — how to reach the centre from the cruise terminal, what to see on a port day, shopping and local tips — is being added. In the meantime, use the quick facts and map link above to start planning, and always confirm terminal and transport details with your cruise line and the local port authority before you travel.

Around Darwin

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DarwinOct172024
Darwin Waterfront
Darwin Waterfront
Aerial view of the Darwin Convention Centre
Aerial view of the Darwin Convention Centre
Northern Territory Legislative Assembly, Darwin, 2021,
Northern Territory Legislative Assembly, Darwin, 2021,

Weather & best time to visit

Typically warmest around 32°C in Oct and coolest around 29°C in Feb (average daytime highs).

Jan
30°
26°
Feb
29°
26°
Mar
30°
26°
Apr
31°
26°
May
31°
24°
Jun
30°
23°
Jul
29°
21°
Aug
31°
23°
Sep
31°
24°
Oct
32°
26°
Nov
32°
26°
Dec
32°
27°

Average daily high / low in °C. Source: Open-Meteo.

Where to stay

Staying near Darwin the night before or after your cruise makes embarkation easier. Browse hotels near the port →

Cruise season & schedules

Which ships call at Darwin, and when, changes by season. Check the latest arrivals and departures before you plan. See current cruise schedules →