Rapid Creek
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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.
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.
The Esplanade
Just a couple blocks from Darwin City Centre, this long street and bordering park offer great opportunities to appreciate nature, recreation and history.
Cullen Bay Marina
From early morning fishing excursions to evening sunset viewing, this waterfront spot north of downtown Darwin is filled with activity.
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
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Rapid Creek Hotel Deals
Nightcliff Foreshore Seaview Outdoor Dining
Palms City Resort
We enjoyed our stay in our dinky bungalow. Lovely pool. The cleaning staff were very friendly and smiley. We were very upset when we arrived because the chef was on holiday so there was no food! We had to rush out to buy food as soon as we arrived ---not ideal! Why did you not send us a message so ...
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Clean room but staff a bit lacking
Reviewed on Feb 19, 2026
Hilton Darwin
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Great room, great location, great breakfast and very accommodating staff
Reviewed on Feb 25, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Other neighborhoods around Rapid Creek
Nightcliff
Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and TIO Stadium are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to TIO Stadium and Casuarina Beach while you're in town.
Casuarina
Travelers like the shopping in Casuarina, and Casuarina Square is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ludmilla
Ludmilla might not have many top sights, but Fannie Bay Race Course and Parap Village Markets are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
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.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
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