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Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach
Explore one of Australia’s best beaches by day or visit by evening to enjoy Asian food, a massage, live music and indigenous crafts at Darwin’s sunset markets.

Darwin Waterfront
Explore Darwin’s scenic waterfront, where you can swim in the wave pool, see turtles up close and dine in restaurants overlooking the sea.

The Esplanade
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savor the top-notch restaurants.

Cullen Bay Marina
Explore the waterfront in Darwin with a trip to Cullen Bay Marina. Wander the area's picturesque gardens or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your visit to Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Crocosaurus Cove
This wildlife park offers the chance to admire a number of local species, as well as the safest encounter you can have with a saltwater crocodile.
Things to do

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Nitmiluk (Katherine) Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls

WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Nightcliff Hotel Deals

Tropical sanctuary surrounded by Balinese inspired gardens
The perfect romantic getaway. The property is beautifully designed and appointed, secure, clean and set up with all the necessary consumables. The location is close to the airport, beaches and town.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Staff always very helpful and friendly. Facilities awesome and great proximity to lots of clubs along the beach walkway for evening drinks and sunset views.
Reviewed on Oct 15, 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
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Reviewed on Oct 11, 2025

Darwin City Hotel
Clean rooms, close to shops
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

DCH on Mitchell
The room was clean. The air conditioning ran quiet and cool. Overall it was a very good stay.
Reviewed on Oct 10, 2025

Palms City Resort
Staff very friendly and the tropical environment of the palms hotel really beautiful
Reviewed on Oct 22, 2025
Other neighborhoods around Nightcliff

Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Lake Alexander and Casuarina Beach while you're in town.

Rapid Creek
While visiting Rapid Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Casuarina Beach and Darwin Harbour.

Ludmilla
Ludmilla might not have many top sights, but Parap Village Markets and Lake Alexander are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Fannie Bay
Travelers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Eaton
If you're spending time in Eaton, you might enjoy its restaurants and gardens. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by TIO Stadium or Marrara Sports Complex.

Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.