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Where is Darwin, Australia?

Written and Fact-checked by Whereig Web Team | Updated On: December 10, 2025, 14:10 ET

Darwin is located on the northern coast of Australia in the Northern Territory, overlooking the Timor Sea. It lies between the tropical mangrove-lined harbour of Darwin Harbour and the vast savanna landscapes that stretch south across the Top End. It is famous for its multicultural atmosphere, tropical climate, and role as the gateway to natural icons such as Kakadu and Litchfield National Parks.

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Facts about Darwin, Australia

Country	Australia
State / Territory	Northern Territory
Region	Top End
Location	On the northern coast of Australia, overlooking the Timor Sea
Coordinates	12.46° S, 130.84° E
Local Government Area	City of Darwin
Founded	1869
Original Name	Palmerston (renamed Darwin in 1911 after Charles Darwin)
Elevation	~31 m
Population	Approx. 150,000 (Darwin metropolitan area)
Area	Approx. 112 sq km (city)
Time Zone	ACST (UTC+09:30)
Postcode	0800–0822
Major Waterways	Darwin Harbour, Howard River, Elizabeth River
Top Attractions	Mindil Beach Sunset Market, Crocosaurus Cove, Darwin Waterfront, Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, Litchfield National Park (nearby), Cullen Bay.
Demonym	Darwin residents (informally “Darwinites”)
Main Industries	Tourism, defence, mining support, logistics, public administration
Nearest Airport	Darwin International Airport (DRW)
Website	https://www.darwin.nt.gov.au

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