Hidden Valley Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Darwin Waterfront which includes swimming as well as a large group of people

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.

Darwin Waterfront
Mindil Beach which includes street performance, performance art and night scenes

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.

Mindil Beach
Darwin showing food

The Esplanade

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

The Esplanade
Cullen Bay Marina

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.

Cullen Bay Marina
Mindil Beach Sunset Market

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

You can enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Crocosaurus Cove

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.

Crocosaurus Cove

Activities

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$49
per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Katherine Gorge - Nitmiluk National Park - Full Day Tour

Katherine Gorge - Nitmiluk National Park - Full Day Tour

AU$599
per adult
Katherine Gorge - Nitmiluk National Park - Full Day Tour
girls watching alligator jumping

Half-Day Crocodile & Nature Explorer Tour

AU$169
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
Half-Day Crocodile & Nature Explorer Tour
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

AU$165
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Marina in Darwin

Discover Darwin Half-Day City Sights Tour

AU$109
per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Discover Darwin Half-Day City Sights Tour
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

AU$195
per traveller
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove
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Our pick of the best Hidden Valley Hotel Deals

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is AU$146 per night from 5 June to 6 June
AU$146
includes taxes & fees
5 June - 6 June
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation and ...
8/10 Very Good! (429 reviews)
"The cabins were very clean and the camping facilities for caravan era is a tranquil treed areas. Our checking in time was at 2 pm but we couldn’t get in till 3.30 as they were still cleaning and we had to fill in time walking around for 2 hrs. Overall I would be happy to recommend"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is AU$298 per night from 19 June to 20 June
AU$298
includes taxes & fees
19 June - 20 June
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Loved the pools"

Reviewed on 30 May 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
The Leea Darwin
The Leea Darwin
4 out of 5
64 Cavenagh St, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$254 per night from 9 June to 10 June
AU$254
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 outdoor pools, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (991 reviews)
"The property has recently been taken over as The Leea and there have definitely been some improvements since it was the Travelodge. Service is good, pool(s) are private and relaxing. Pool bar is nice and staff are lovely. Rooms are a good size and coffee machines a nice touch. Good location opposite ..."

Reviewed on 17 May 2025

The Leea Darwin
Mantra on the Esplanade
Mantra on the Esplanade
4.5 out of 5
88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$255 per night from 9 June to 10 June
AU$255
includes taxes & fees
9 June - 10 June
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy parking (surcharge), a garden, and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (997 reviews)
"Great location and within easy walking distance to Darwin waterfront. Lovely water views from balcony. Carparking was easy in the basement. Staff were very friendly and helpful. One bedroom apartment was very roomy and perfect for our one week stay in Darwin. Liked that we could walk next door to ..."

Reviewed on 18 May 2025

Mantra on the Esplanade
Darwin City Hotel
Darwin City Hotel
4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$206 per night from 8 June to 9 June
AU$206
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (582 reviews)
"quick enough check in"

Reviewed on 31 May 2025

Darwin City Hotel
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$257 per night from 8 June to 9 June
AU$257
includes taxes & fees
8 June - 9 June
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Nice place to stay
"Very easy check in, although not a clear area to park and do this. Quick and well explained process including access to the car parking. Room was good, although a weird smell was in there and we needed to open the balcony door to get rid of the smell, this smell lingered whenever the room was left ..."

Reviewed on 19 May 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Hidden Valley

Crocodylus Park which includes zoo animals, dangerous animals and general coastal views

Knuckey Lagoon

Travellers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Knuckey Lagoon
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Charles Darwin

If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Charles Darwin
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Eaton

You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, TIO Stadium and Marrara Sports Complex are just a few notable stops.

Eaton
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre featuring an aircraft and aircraft

Winnellie

Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.

Winnellie
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Bayview

Travellers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Bayview
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Woolner

While Woolner may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Parap Village Markets and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.

Woolner

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