Rapid Creek Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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

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Kakadu Wilderness Escape from Darwin Top End Day Trip

AU$245
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Kakadu Wilderness Escape from Darwin Top End Day Trip
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Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Tour

AU$385
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Tour
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Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$47
Per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Darwin: Sunset Harbour Cruise with Fish and Chips Dinner

AU$109
Per adult
Darwin: Sunset Harbour Cruise with Fish and Chips Dinner
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Jumping Croc Cruise, Berry Springs,Fogg Dam & Humpty Doo Pub

AU$280
Per adult
Jumping Croc Cruise, Berry Springs,Fogg Dam & Humpty Doo Pub
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Darwin City Sights and Jumping Crocodile Cruise

AU$219
Per adult
Darwin City Sights and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
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Our pick of the best Rapid Creek Hotel Deals

Darwin City Hotel
Darwin City Hotel
4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$146 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
AU$146
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
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! (536 reviews)
"Excellent, affordable, nice for a working stay"

Reviewed on 24 Sep. 2024

Darwin City Hotel
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
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! (5 reviews)
Apartment with a Seaview
"Clean and comfortable with everything you need for a long term stay. Kitchen is extremely well equipped. Washing machine is enormous. Picnic chairs are also available. The location is perfect opposite the walking track, 50 metre pool and adjoining cafe and bar. Food trucks park close by. Bus no.4 ..."

Reviewed on 27 Aug. 2024

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Beachfront Apartment on Nightcliff Foreshore
Mantra on the Esplanade
Mantra on the Esplanade
4.5 out of 5
88 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$185 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$185
per night
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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, easy to access everywhere around Darwin."

Reviewed on 23 Sep. 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$285 per night from 29 Sep to 30 Sep
AU$285
per night
29 Sep - 30 Sep
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! (999 reviews)
"The superior room with the direct access to the pool was by far the BEST feature & has really exceeded our expectation's & has risen the bar of what you want from a resort room. The staff were super friendly & helpful. HIGHLY recommended this to anyone staying in Darwin."

Reviewed on 25 Sep. 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$186 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$186
per night
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (972 reviews)
"Loved the area. Staff were great - friendly and helpful. I have to admit, though, to being taken aback when I saw a $9.95/day internet charge on my invoice. It had been automatically credited off the account, but I was still negatively surprised. I haven't seen a hotel that charges for WiFi in ages. ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sep. 2024

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
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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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