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Popular places to visit

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
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this walkable 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.
Things to do

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

Darwin: Whipray Encounter with Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

Darwin: Hop-On Hop-Off Bus, Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
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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 Fannie Bay Race Course and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.

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

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.