Rapid Creek Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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

Darwin Waterfront

4.5/5(798 reviews)

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

4.5/5(507 reviews)

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

4.5/5(672 reviews)

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

4.5/5(482 reviews)

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
Crocosaurus Cove

Crocosaurus Cove

4/5(216 reviews)

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
Mindil Beach Sunset Market

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

4.5/5(314 reviews)

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

Activities

Darwin: Bombing of Darwin WW2 Tour with Harbor Cruise

Darwin: Bombing of Darwin WW2 Tour with Harbor Cruise

AU$149
Per adult
Darwin: Bombing of Darwin WW2 Tour with Harbor Cruise
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$47
Per adult
92% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Darwin: Sunset Harbour Cruise with Fish and Chips Dinner

Darwin: Sunset Harbour Cruise with Fish and Chips Dinner

AU$109
Per adult
Darwin: Sunset Harbour Cruise with Fish and Chips Dinner
Bungle Bungles from the air

Bungle Bungles and Lake Argyle Air Tour from Darwin

AU$1,920
Per adult
Bungle Bungles and Lake Argyle Air Tour from Darwin
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

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

AU$195
Per adult
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove
Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise

Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise

AU$65
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Darwin Harbour Bombing of Darwin Cruise
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Our pick of the best Rapid Creek Hotel Deals

Beachfront Apartment on Nightcliff Foreshore
Beachfront Apartment on Nightcliff Foreshore
Rapid Creek
Stay at this apartment in Darwin. Enjoy an in-room coffeemaker and air conditioning. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and Darwin Waterfront are located ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (6 reviews)
Perfect apartment
"We have stayed in approx 8 apartments in Nightcliff over the past 4 years- and this has been the best. The hosts have paid attention to detail- and so many things are provided /available in the apartment. This is where we will stay each time from now on."

Reviewed on 11 Nov. 2024

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Beachfront Apartment on Nightcliff Foreshore
Tropical Luxury Darwin Style Apartment +WARM POOL +Bikes +Foreshore +Pet Croc
Tropical Luxury Darwin Style Apartment +WARM POOL +Bikes +Foreshore +Pet Croc
Rapid Creek
Stay at this apartment in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and patios. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and Darwin Waterfront are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews)
Great place for a family
"This is a beautiful property in a great location with very thoughtful and attentive hosts. We had the whole downstairs apartment to ourselves which had everything we needed. The pool was great, it really helped to entertain the kids without having to go out. We were very close to the beach and the ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jun. 2024

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Tropical Luxury Darwin Style Apartment +WARM POOL +Bikes +Foreshore +Pet Croc
Mantra on the Esplanade
Mantra on the Esplanade
4.5 out of 5
88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$166 per night from 18 Dec to 19 Dec
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
18 Dec - 19 Dec
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)
"Everything was perfect for our stay. A big plus was the magnificent balcony views. Reception and cleaning staff were always helpful."

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Mantra on the Esplanade
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is AU$206 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$206
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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! (998 reviews)
"Nice rooms"

Reviewed on 22 Nov. 2024

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$120 per night from 17 Dec to 18 Dec
AU$120
includes taxes & fees
17 Dec - 18 Dec
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (989 reviews)
"Our family enjoys staying here. It is convenient to the Entertainment Centre which is where my daughter performs every year in her dance concert. The staff are always friendly and too happy to help. Rooms are lovely and plenty for what we need. This stay we got upgraded to a one bedroom king suite ..."

Reviewed on 1 Dec. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Darwin City Hotel
Darwin City Hotel
4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$122 per night from 4 Dec to 5 Dec
AU$122
includes taxes & fees
4 Dec - 5 Dec
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! (546 reviews)
"Perfect for one night before flight. Very clean. Area not so safe. Close to bars and nightlife."

Reviewed on 19 Nov. 2024

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Other neighbourhoods around Rapid Creek

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Nightcliff

While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Coastal Reserve and Casuarina Beach.

Nightcliff
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Coconut Grove

You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Coconut Grove and you might want to plan a stop by Lake Alexander and Casuarina Beach while you're in the area.

Coconut Grove
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Casuarina

Travellers like the shopping in Casuarina, and Casuarina Square is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Casuarina
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Marrara

Travellers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Marrara
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Tiwi

Travellers like the beaches in Tiwi, and Casuarina Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Tiwi
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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

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