Move over lounge room - this is where reading is at!
When you want to get away - no interruptions and have a quiet opportunity to yourself, check out these ideas to get you further than the hammock on the verandah!
The Adelaide River War Memorial
The Adelaide River War Memorial is an ultimately quiet place to sit and read a book.The only sound you will hear are the birds singing from the trees.
East Point Reserve - Darwin
East Point Reserve provides a number of places for a great read, it all depends on what type of view you would prefer to sit in front of.
There are park benches located all over the area and many are protected by shady trees to ensure a longer read.
Marlow Lagoon- Palmerston
Only irrigated from Monday to Friday, this place will ensure a dry backside when sitting on the grass for longer periods of time! Marlow Lagoon also has a pet park so you're welcome to bring Fido down while you enjoy the surrounds of Marlow Lagoon.
Ubirr Rock - Kakadu
This place is magical. You won't hear anything but you'll see everything! The lookout at Ubirr provides plenty of space to sit on the rock and lookout over the magnificent views and see Oenpelli in the distance. Trust me, there mightn't be much reading if you're into spectacular sights!
Darwin Bush Walking Club
A new exotic book reading location every week! You get to tag along with some experienced bush walkers and find places you'd never dream existed in the Top End.
Charles Darwin National Park - Darwin
Charles Darwin National Park provides a super place to relax. Imagine sitting on the park chair and each time you turn the page you look up to see the Darwin city skyline...
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
The George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens provides a number of great sitting spots around the 42 hectares of diverse vegetation that provides plenty of shade and lovely views.
Dundee Beach
You can watch the tide go in and out while you sit on the rocks at Dundee Beach which is only an hour and a half drive from Darwin. The sunsets from this beach are sensational and the rocks are well known for fishing!
The Northern Territory Library - Darwin
Housed in the iconic Parliament House, the Northern Territory Library is the premier reference library, and a repository for collecting and preserving contemporary and pioneering history of the Northern Territory. Expanding public programs now include national exhibitions and displays, alongside literary events featuring writers, storytellers, artists. The library is now established as a venue of choice, ensuring the Northern Territory Library's status as a vital cultural institution, as well as an innovative and exciting venue.
