Homestay Darwin

All About Darwin

Darwin is capital of the Northern Territory and gateway to Kakadu, Australia’s largest National Park. It’s known as a laid-back blend of frontier outpost and modern city. While a sophisticated, modern city in its own right it is also one steeped in history, one that has endured many hardships on its way to establishing itself as the gateway to Asia. It is the home of NT commerce and business and with its world-class natural and cultural attractions it is also a thriving hub of activity in terms of tourism, nightlife and retail. At its heart is the Smith Street pedestrian mall, notable for shops selling Aboriginal art and crafts, South Sea pearls, opals and diamonds. The liveliest part of the waterfront is reachable from the Central Business District via the Esplanade or an elevated walkway.

Studying in Darwin

• Charles Darwin University
• Vocational Education Options
• Government and Private Shchools
• English Language Schools

We want you to enjoy your time in Australia and AHN is here to help you have the best experience possible. Our team lives in Darwin, so we know the city well and can provide you with advice about the local area, public transport options and events. We also recommend you take a look at our blog to see why Darwin is a top study destination for international students.

Weather

Darwin’s weather is perfect from May to September when mild and sunny days are followed by balmy nights – wonderful weather for enjoying the great outdoors, day and night. The dry season is also the peak tourist season when Darwin receives the most visitors. Being a monsoonal climate there is a distinctive wet season period, with most rain falling between December and March. There can be high intensity storms at this time, often providing spectacular lightning displays.