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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 savour 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 enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in 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.
Activities
Katherine Gorge - Nitmiluk National Park - Full Day Tour
Half-Day Crocodile & Nature Explorer Tour
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Kakadu, Adelaide & Mary River Scenic Flight
Katherine Gorge Flight from Darwin, with Cruise and Heli Scenic
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Other neighbourhoods around Nightcliff
Rapid Creek
If you're spending some time in Rapid Creek, Casuarina Beach and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Ludmilla
When in Ludmilla, you can plan a visit to Parap Village Markets and Lake Alexander, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Fannie Bay
Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
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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- Mindil Beach
- Darwin Waterfront
- The Esplanade
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Casuarina Beach
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- Smith Street Mall
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Darwin Harbour
- Charles Darwin University
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- SKYCITY Casino
- Darwin Entertainment Centre
- Casuarina Square
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Wave Lagoon
- Bicentennial Park
- Darwin War Memorial
- Aquascene
- Marrara Sports Complex
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- Parap Village Markets
- Lake Alexander
- TIO Stadium
- St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral
- Howard Springs Nature Park
- Charles Darwin National Park