Darwin is a popular beach territory and a popular hub for hikers and adventure tourists who like it rough. The shopping opportunities in Darwin are therefore understandably, in plenty. While shopping in Darwin, you can check out glitzy shopping malls, or also go for seaside shacks.
The aboriginal arts and crafts are of particular interest while out shopping in Darwin. The shopping malls in Darwin stock good adventure sports gear and branded clothes. You also get to buy mementos and souvenirs.
At the city centre in Darwin you'll find a range of specialty shops concentrated around the Smith Street Mall. Many shops in Darwin and arcades link surrounding streets and it is worth looking around. There are numerous art and craft shops that display interesting Aboriginal work.
Several shops sell good local designs that reflect the casual and relaxed atmosphere Darwin is so well known for. The backpacker area around Mitchell Street is very busy. It is here that you come across a plethora of tour desks, trendy eateries and lodges.
However, while shopping in Darwin, you must not miss out on Northern Territory's largest shopping mall that is located in Darwin's northern suburbs- the Casuarina Square. The Casuarina Square houses 175 specialty shops, including jewelers, gift outlets, electrical retailers, bookshops and fashion chains. Also to be found are banks, cafe and restaurants, a post office and several travel agents and major retailers. The mall also has a multiplex with seven halls. Even if you do not have plans for shopping in Darwin, do drop in at the mall for window shopping, a movie or some filling brunch- Casuarina is definitely not going to disappoint or dishearten you.
The Karama Shopping Center and the Palmerston Shopping Centers located at the suburbs of Darwin can also be visited for tit bits and handicrafts.
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