Darwin River Tavern is a pub, campground, bistro, bottleshop, supermarket and fuel stop just off the Stuart Highway at Darwin River — about 45 minutes south of Darwin and 30 minutes from Litchfield National Park, a full-service stop for travellers heading to Litchfield and the Berry Springs swimming holes.
Everything in one stop, on the way to Litchfield:
Tavern & Bar
Sports screens, gaming room, cold drinks
Bistro
Full menu, lunch and dinner
Powered & Unpowered Camping
+ Self-contained rooms (dongas)
Fuel station, supermarket & bottleshop
Stock up before the park
Pool, Kids' Playground & Animal Farm
Family-friendly
Free Laundry, Amenities & Dump Point
For travellers
A practical base for Litchfield National Park, the Berry Springs swimming holes and the Cox Peninsula.
Opening hours
Supermarket
5:30am–7pm, daily
Tavern
10am–midnight, daily
Bottleshop
Open 10am to 10pm – Mon – Sun
Open 9am to 10pm Saturday
Bistro
Mon–Fri 11:30am–2:30pm & 5pm–8:30pm
Sat–Sun all-day 11:30am–8:30pm
Come and see us for an authentic
NT hospitality experience
Situated on 120 acres, the panoramic views alone are enough to settle you in so you can
enjoy our first class food and exceptional friendly service. Giant antique tables &
hand-crafted Mahogany timbers throughout & a beautiful indoor Atrium water feature
complete with our pet freshwater crocodile.
Live sports on the big screens, gaming machines weekly entertainment,
camping and a genuine Territory vibe.
The NT’s Best Food & Just a Short Drive Away from Darwin & Litchfield National Park
We’re more than a pub. Our extensive menu caters for all dietary needs and includes
snacks, pub meals and gourmet special selections that will tantalise your tastebuds.
“Had a fantastic time at Darwin River Tavern! The food was delicious, the drinks were cold so unique and the atmosphere was relaxed and welcoming.
The staff were friendly and provided excellent service. A perfect place to unwind with family and friends. Highly recommend!”
— Petricia Rebecca | google review
“Very welcoming staff and the air conditioning on the hot steamy day was a nice change. Beers on tap were nice and cold and they changed over the big screen to NRL for us to watch while we enjoyed a few frothies. Up the WARRIORS. Great staff and an excellent sports bar to enjoy beers with mates.”
— Rhys Scarrott | Google review
“Worth the drive! We wanted somewhere away from the CBD and turned out its a nice weekend getaway! Food portion is generous. Darwin Amaretto Sour cocktail is worth to try. The petting zoo is something new, the campground is huuuge. Definetely will bring friends and come back.”
— Akbaralaziz | google review
Events are always happening at the Darwin River Tavern!
We bring the fun to the Darwin River Region. Join us for any of our
events that include live music, fun bingo nights, special guest speakers
and more. See all the details below.
Regular Events
Chase the Ace. Every Friday night in the Main Bar.
Let it be your chance to turn that card!
The Gateway to Litchfield Park & Cox Peninsula
Strategically located, we are a perfect base for your visit to the Top End. Berry Springs Nature Reserve, Litchfield National Park, Cox Peninsula and all its wonderful attractions are close by,making us the best central location.
If you are needing some local knowledge of the area, drop by and we will be happy to share our locals secrets! The back road to Litchfield National Park is now bitumised making the trip more enjoyable to one of the Territory’s natural icons.
After a big day out exploring, why not drop by our tavern to enjoy our traditional pub food, it’s all made by our qualified chefs who really take pride in their food and have a passion for providing our guests with a beautiful territory experience.
FAQs
What is Darwin River Tavern?
Darwin River Tavern is a pub, campground, bistro, bottleshop, supermarket and fuel stop just off the Stuart Highway at Darwin River, about 45 minutes south of Darwin and 30 minutes from Litchfield National Park. It’s a one-stop base for travellers heading to Litchfield and the Berry Springs swimming holes.
Where is Darwin River Tavern?
At 195 Darwin River Rd, Darwin River NT 0841 — just off the Stuart Highway, about 45 minutes south of Darwin.
How far is Darwin River Tavern from Litchfield National Park?
It’s a practical day-trip base, about 30 minutes’ drive from Litchfield’s main attractions.
How far is Darwin River Tavern from Berry Springs?
Just a 10-minute drive to Berry Springs Nature Park, so the tavern makes an easy base for a day at the springs.
Can I get fuel, groceries and a meal in one stop?
Yes. There’s an on-site fuel station, supermarket, bottleshop and bistro, so you can refuel, stock up and eat without leaving the property.
Is there camping and accommodation on site?
Yes — powered and unpowered campsites plus self-contained rooms (dongas), all pet-friendly, with laundry, amenities and a dump point.