Smith Street, Darwin facts for kids
Smith Street is a very important street in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. It's located right in the heart of the city, which is called the Central Business District (CBD). This area is where many businesses and shops are found.
Smith Street is named after A. H. Smith. He was an important surveyor who worked with George Goyder way back in 1869. A surveyor is someone who measures and maps land. Smith Street stretches for about 4.5 kilometres. It runs from the north-west to the south-east side of Darwin's city centre.
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Shopping and Fun
Smith Street is a super popular place for shopping in Darwin. It's one of the biggest shopping areas in the city! The largest shopping centre in Darwin is Casuarina Square, but Smith Street is a close second.
Smith Street Mall
A special part of Smith Street is the Smith Street Mall. This section is just for people walking, so no cars are allowed! It's located between Knuckey Street and Bennett Street. The Mall has lots of different shops. You can find big supermarkets like Coles and Woolworths here. There are also more than 200 other unique shops to explore.
Cool Places to Visit
Smith Street also has some interesting places to see, especially if you're interested in history or how the government works.
Historic Victoria Hotel
One famous building on Smith Street is the historic Victoria Hotel. It was first built a very long time ago, in 1894! This hotel has been through a lot. It was badly damaged by powerful storms called cyclones in 1897, 1937, and again in 1974. Even after all that, it's still standing!
State Square and Government Buildings
At the end of the Smith Street Mall, near Bennett Street, you'll find a place called State Square. This is where some very important government buildings are located.
- Parliament House: This is where the laws for the Northern Territory are made. It's where the elected leaders meet to discuss and decide things for the people.
- Supreme Court: This is a very important court where serious legal cases are heard. It's part of the justice system that helps keep things fair.
Galleria Arcade
The Galleria Arcade is another interesting spot within the Smith Street Mall. It's one of the biggest indoor shopping areas, or "arcades," in Darwin. It's a great place to find even more shops and things to do.
