Rapid Creek
Darwin
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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 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

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour

Litchfield Adventure in a Small Group Day Tour with Lunch
Top hotels in Rapid Creek

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Reviewed on Jul 11, 2025

Palms City Resort
Reviewed on Jul 9, 2025

Quality Hotel Darwin Airport
Reviewed on Jul 14, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Rapid Creek

Nightcliff
Nightcliff might not have many top sights, but Casuarina Beach and Mindil Beach Sunset Market are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to Lake Alexander and Casuarina Beach while you're in town.

Ludmilla
Ludmilla might not have many top sights, but Fannie Bay Race Course and Parap Village Markets are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

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.

Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.

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