Self-drive touring | Driving routes | Northern Territory, Australia

All roads lead to the Northern Territory – a place to reconnect while exploring Australia’s natural wonders. Experience ancient culture first-hand, take your pick of adventure activities and watch the days roll from burning sunsets into clear starry nights.

Travel through the desert landscapes in the Red Centre to visit Uluru and Kings Canyon or take to the Top End’s national parks starting with Kakadu and Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge to explore savannah woodlands, lush rainforest and rugged coastlines. Drive the smoothly sealed roads with plenty of rest stops, or get off the beaten track.

Things to see & do

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Video:It’s nothing like your normal road trip

It’s nothing like your normal road trip

Seek Different at the Devils Marbles along the Explorers Way

Seek Different at Ubirr in Kakadu National Park

A local’s guide to Katherine’s hot springs

A local’s guide to waterholes in the Red Centre

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Foodie’s guide to Alice Springs

Here’s the ultimate foodies guide to Alice Springs including locals’ favourite restaurants, cafés and foodie hot spots to add some tasty Red Centre flavours to your Northern Territory holiday.

Superb places to dine out in Darwin

Blending its close proximity to Asia with an ocean brimming with fresh catches, the Northern Territory capital has captured the ideal ingredients which make Darwin a modern dining delight. We’ve got the lot when it comes to fine feasting, and here’s a selection of our best restaurants in Darwin.

Litchfield National Park <span>Destination guide</span>

Litchfield National Park Destination guide

Just 90 minutes from Darwin, Litchfield National Park is a true wonder of the Top End, replete with idyllic waterfalls, pristine swimming spots, beautiful walking trails and hidden natural wonders. Visitors to the park will remember it for a lifetime.

The road tripper’s guide to where to stay in the NT

Just like the diversity of its natural icons, activities and characters, there’s plenty of accommodation options across the Northern Territory.

Top 5 luxury experiences in the Red Centre of the NT

The ultimate guide to luxury stays and glamping experiences in Australia’s Red Centre of the Northern Territory.

The fine art of travelling the Red Centre

Follow the Red Centre art trails to open a window into Aboriginal culture of Alice Springs and Uluru. Visit Central Australian art galleries, join an Aboriginal cultural tour or attend an art festival or event in the Red Centre.