Darwin Markets

At least 75 diverse nationalities live in Darwin, Australia, and this colourful diversity is reflected in many of the markets. Darwin is built on a headland looking over the sea, with a foreshore dotted with beaches and parks, perfect for lazy market ambience.

The Mindil Beach Sunset Markets take full advantage of this environment. Open Thursday and Sunday nights in 'the dry' season from April to October - Darwin weather and seasons are classified as 'the wet' and 'the dry' - Mindil Beach markets are set against the backdrop of the Arafura Sea.

Over 240 stalls offer an array of local art and crafts and cuisine as varied as Vietnamese, Sri Lankan, Thai, Indian, Indonesian, Korean, Yugoslavian, Laotian as well as Australian, including Northern Territory emu and kangaroo.

The Rapid Creek Markets, also known as the Big Flea Market, Rapid Creek, are the oldest markets in Darwin. The markets are an ideal place to purchase fresh organic produce and crafts and enjoy international cuisine, or have a relaxing massage.

If you appreciate live music in a shady street-café setting, the Nightcliff Markets are probably for you. Located at the Nightcliff Shopping Centre, there are 180 stalls with a range of gifts and craft, clothing and great food stalls.

Parap Markets has evolved into a focus on international dishes. There are 70 stalls devoted to serving up delicious Thai, Vietnamese, Indonesian and Australian food, while buskers provide great entertainment. Afterwards stroll the over 70 craft and produce stalls.

A map of Darwin will guide you to all these locations.