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The Northern Territory is the unofficial watering hole capital of Australia: literally, and alcoholically. After a day spent exploring the best natural swimming spots, Darwin is where the action is at for a nice cold bevvy and some good pub grub.  With the NT's capital boasting year-round warm weather and a stellar waterfront scene, it’s almost a crime not to kick back al fresco at one of the pubs. We’ve chosen the best of the bunch for their tasty specials boards, central location and snug atmosphere. 🍺 The best bars in Darwin🍔 Where to find Darwin's best burgers🍕 The best pizza joints in Darwin

As much as we love the hustle and bustle of city life, there are moments when you just need to hit pause and escape to the middle of nowhere. From the coast to the countryside and the outback, Australia offers up a wealth of picturesque towns where you are sure to find some peace and quiet.  At any of these adorable towns, you can trade crammed bus rides for refreshing nature walks, overcrowded beaches for secluded shores, and busy city parks for untouched pieces of paradise. Here are 12 charming towns that are anything but boring. 🌊 10 beach towns to visit in Australia (that aren't Byron Bay)🚘 The best day trips to take from every Aussie capital city😎 The 30 most incredible places to visit in Australia

Long gone are the days when caravan parking was reserved for the Aussiest of ockers. Caravan parks are having a bit of a revival with their swanky done-up cabins and powered sites for the humble mobile home. Whether camping beachfront is a little bit of you, or you’re looking for a scenic detour from your Great Ocean Road adventure, these caravan parks around Australia are pulling out all the stops. 🌞 The best family-friendly resorts in Australia🚘 All the best day trips to take from every capital city⛺️ The best and cheapest camping spots in Australia

As the old saying goes, ‘There’s no such thing as a bad pizza,’ because even when it’s average, it’s still a treat. This rings especially true for the pizzerias in Darwin, where every pizza is a slice of heaven.  We’ve rounded up the cheesiest, sauciest, tastiest pizzas in the city. From slices with a sea view at Nightcliff foreshore, to mouthfuls of flavour at the most authentic Italian restaurant in town, this list won’t let you down. In the same way, pizza will never disappoint you. 🍕 The best pizza in Australia🌳 The greatest things to do in Darwin🍽 Darwin's best restaurants

Finding a stellar steak in a country with almost 30 million cattle is no hard task. But claiming your favourite to be the absolute best? That’s sure to stir some serious beef. Whether you’re into rib eye or rump, medium rare or well-done, smothered in peppercorn or chimichurri sauce, and paired with chips or mash – the ways to enjoy a steak are as endless as they are delicious. Our local expert writers have sliced into the best steaks across every capital city to bring you this list of our favourite steaks in Australia. Now, go get up in their grills. 🍔 The best burgers in Australia🥧 Australia's best pies🌭 15 mouthwatering sausage rolls in Australia

The Top End is famous for its cattle stations; many of which are larger than some European countries. The stations are vast and the cattle are mighty. Look no further than the smash-hit Netflix series Territory for reference.  Brahman reign supreme in these parts, producing high-quality beef perfect for barbequing, smoking and searing. If your mouth is watering at the very thought, you’re in luck. We’ve rounded up the tastiest rumps to satiate the hungriest carnivores in Darwin. Dig in.  🍔 The best burgers in Darwin🍕 The best pizza joints in Darwin🍻 Darwin's top bars for a night out

A good burger is easily one of life’s greatest pleasures. Australia is teeming with top-notch options, most of which fall comfortably into that hits-the-spot territory. A burger’s simplicity – take a pillowy bun, place a juicy patty inside it, maybe add cheese or salad, drizzle over a sauce or two, then apply to face – makes it hard to stuff up. The flip side, however, is that it also makes finding the ultimate burger a bit of a challenge. Time Out’s hungry team of local Aussie writers have bravely put their jaws and stomachs on the line (in the name of Exceedingly Difficult Research, you understand) to compile this list of venues that are elevating time-honoured burger basics, one delicious mouthful at a time. Now it’s up to you to crown the true buns of glory.  🥧 Australia's best pies🌭 15 mouthwatering sausage rolls in Australia🍕 The best pizzas in Australia

When most people think about visiting Darwin, food likely isn’t the main motivating factor. But with steaming bowls of laksa and uniquely Territorian bites, Larrakia land gives plenty of reasons to linger. By day, you’ll come across intimate cafés with creative cross-cultural fare and bustling weekend markets serving some of the nation’s best noodle soups. As the sun sets, Darwin’s dining scene heats up with harbour-front restaurants showcasing tropical fruits and upscale pubs featuring local wildlife, like crocodiles and kangaroos. Our expert local writers have curated this list of the best restaurants in Darwin – now, all that’s left for you to do is eat up. 🍕 The best pizza joints in Darwin🌳 The 17 best things to do in Darwin🍻 Darwin's best bars for a night out

Compiling a list of the best Indian restaurants in a city, let alone a country, is no easy task. Every region, city and family have their own specialties, offering a diverse line-up of comforting curries, crunchy pakoras, fluffy naan bread, tangy pickles and cooling lassis. Time Out Australia has enlisted its team of well-travelled editors and writers to bring you this list of must-try Indian restaurants in every capital city. In Melbourne, a tiny at-home restaurant presents one of Melbourne’s most singular degustations, taking diners on a journey through different regions and seasons. In Sydney, a vibrant late-night eatery serves up colourful curry plates and roti wraps until 2am on the weekends. Meanwhile, a beloved Adelaide institution has been dishing up crowd-favourite butter chicken and beef vindaloo curries for almost 50 years. Wherever you are, your next spice fix awaits. 🍽 All the best restaurants in Australia🍱 The best Japanese joints in Australia🍕Where to find the best pizza in Australia

There’s nothing like a walk in the park to fill your cup. Whatever the season, Australia’s parks deliver wide-open spaces, sunshine galore and plenty of fresh air to soak up your daily dose of vitamin D. Whether you’re looking to get lost in nature, a scenic path to walk your four-legged friend, a perfect picnic patch or even a launch pad for your kayak, these parks offer all that and much more. And by more, we’re talking fabulous playgrounds, stunning lookouts, free barbecue facilities and fitness equipment to get the blood pumping. Here’s our pick of the best parks in Australia.  🥾 The most epic hikes to do in Australia🌳 Australia's best national parks🤿 The best things to do in Australia

It’s the juxtaposition that makes a good burger: the juicy patty sandwiched between a toasted bun, the gooey American cheese paired with the tangy crunch of a pickle.   If your mouth is watering just thinking about it and you happen to be in Darwin, you’re in luck. For starters, you’re in Darwin, lucky you! For seconds, you’ve stumbled upon the very best guide to the very best burgers in the city. We’ve selflessly tried, tested and rounded them up for you – all in the name of service journalism. 🍕 The best pizza joints in Darwin🍻 Darwin's top bars for a night out🍽 Darwin's best Indian restaurants

When it comes to once-in-a-lifetime experiences, it’s hard to beat those on offer in Australia’s Red Centre. This magical stretch of the Australian outback is full of endless possibilities and wild adventures, all centred around one of our nation’s most recognisable and sacred landmarks, Uluru (Ayers Rock).  On the ancestral lands of the Anangu people, Uluru has immense spiritual importance for Australia's First Nations people. During the day, walk around the rock’s vast ten-kilometre base, where you’ll uncover fascinating geological facts and learn Tjutkurpa (creation stories) shared by the Traditional Owners. At night, magical drone shows, lasers and light projections illuminate Uluru’s wildest corners, bringing an extra layer of magic to an already extraordinary place. Here’s our guide on the best things to do in Uluru-Kata Tjuta National Park. 🌳 Your guide to Kakadu National Park🌅 The best things to do in Darwin🌲 Australia's most beautiful national parks

From start (Nitmiluk Gorge) to finish (Leliyn, also known as Edith Falls), this hike has it all: cascading waterfalls, sandstone escarpments and monsoon forests. The Jatbula Trail along the western edge of the Arnhem Land plateau has long been walked by the Jawoyn people, and now it is open to a select number of people (15 a day) during the walking season (June to September). The trail starts at 17 Mile Creek, which can be reached by ferry from Nitmiluk Gorge. The scenic cruise sets the tone for the rest of the picturesque adventure. Expect to see ancient rock art, native red-tailed black cockatoos and crystal-clear water holes.  Drive time from Katherine: 22 mins to the drop-off area at Nitmiluk National Park Visitor Centre  Duration (one way): 61km (5–6 days)  Level of difficulty: Medium to hard

The Ridgetop Walk is a one-day hike that connects John Hayes Rockhole (Atneperrke) and Trephina Gorge (Alherrkentye). You can start the hike at either end, but locals suggest beginning at Trephina Gorge, walking to John Hayes Rockhole and then following the road back to the carpark at the Gorge. If you want to enjoy a night immersed in the East MacDonnell Ranges, then bring a tent as there are camping areas at both sites. Amongst the rock formations, River Redgums and spinifex, you might be lucky to see a Splendid Fairywren or Western Bowerbird. Come prepared for the conditions and make sure to bring enough water. Drive time from Alice Springs: 1 hr Duration (one way): 9km (5 hrs)  Level of difficulty: Medium to hard

To fully appreciate the beauty and history of the Yolŋu culture, one must walk in the footsteps of the Yolŋu people. Look no further than the Dhimurru Coastal Walking Trail, marked by three short walks from Binydjarŋa (Daliwuy Bay) to Garanhan (Macassan Beach), Ŋumuy (Turtle Beach) and Bariŋura (Little Bondi). The trail takes you from white sandy beaches to eucalypt woodland and paperbark swamp, showcasing the immense variety of land and sea resources in the area, as documented by the Traditional Owners who have provided interpretive material along the route. Experience East Arnhem Land in all its glory on the Dhimurru Coastal Walking Trail (with a visitor access permit from Dhimurru Aboriginal Corporation).  Drive time from Nhulunbuy: 40 mins Duration (one way): 7.2kms (3 hrs 45 mins) Level of difficulty: Easy

Over several days, hikers can dive into the wilderness (and plunge pools) of Litchfield National Park, an hour-and-a-half’s drive south of Darwin. The Tabletop Track is a triumphant trail through the bush, along creeks and to waterfalls. Prepare for water crossings, tall grass fields and rocky slopes. Reward yourself after a challenging day’s hike with a swim at Florence Falls, Greenant Creek, Wangi Falls and Walker Creek, which are all stops on the loop route. This is an adventurous trek for the wild at heart and the well-experienced walker. Go forth and get amongst it.  Drive time from Darwin: 1.5 hrs Duration (return): 39km (3–5 days) Level of difficulty: Medium to hard