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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 savor 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 browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your visit to 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

Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

Bungle Bungles and Lake Argyle Air Tour from Darwin

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
While visiting Rapid Creek, you might make a stop by sights like Casuarina Beach and Darwin Harbour.

Ludmilla
Ludmilla might not have many top sights, but Fannie Bay Race Course and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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

Fannie Bay
Travelers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Eaton
If you're spending time in Eaton, you might enjoy its restaurants and gardens. If you've got time to venture a little farther, you can make a stop by TIO Stadium or Marrara Sports Complex.

Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.