Rapid Creek

Darwin

Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes street performance, nightlife and night scenes

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.

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

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.

Darwin Waterfront
Darwin which includes food

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.

The Esplanade
Cullen Bay Marina

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.

Cullen Bay Marina
Mindil Beach Sunset Market

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.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Crocosaurus Cove

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.

Crocosaurus Cove

Things to do

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

P8,565
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Litchfield Waterfalls Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

P6,014
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

P6,014
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Litchfield Adventure in a Small Group Day Tour with Lunch

Litchfield Adventure in a Small Group Day Tour with Lunch

P8,018
per adult
Litchfield Adventure in a Small Group Day Tour with Lunch
Private Majestic Walking Tour in Darwin with Historical Sites

Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour

P20,438
per adult
Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

P32,765
per adult
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip
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Top hotels in Rapid Creek

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
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)
"Room was fine, loved the pools and dining within the casino. Balcony smelt of cigarettes, we were unable to sit out there."

Reviewed on Jul 2, 2025

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Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation and ...
8/10 Very Good! (430 reviews)
"The cabins were very clean and the camping facilities for caravan era is a tranquil treed areas. Our checking in time was at 2 pm but we couldn’t get in till 3.30 as they were still cleaning and we had to fill in time walking around for 2 hrs. Overall I would be happy to recommend"

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

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Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is P10,715 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P10,715
P11,786 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
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! (996 reviews)
"Very nice hotel."

Reviewed on Jun 17, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is P11,106 per night from Jul 13 to Jul 14
P11,106
P12,217 total
Jul 13 - Jul 14
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"We were given an upgrade to an apartment with breakfast included. Really appreciate the upgrade - it made our holiday Hotel was older but reasonably well kept. Apartment was reasonably clean but attention to detail was missing e.g. the dishwasher door just needed a wipe over to get rid of the splashes, ..."

Reviewed on Jun 22, 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
The Cavenagh
The Cavenagh
3.5 out of 5
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P5,460 per night from Jul 14 to Jul 15
P5,460
P6,006 total
Jul 14 - Jul 15
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Darwin. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (942 reviews)
"The Cavenagh is quite a big complex of rooms above a fairly busy bar (although it’s quiet at night unless on weekends!). My room wasn’t near the bar area so it was fine but i know other people had more issues if they were closer to the front of the building. My room had a skylight but no window but ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

The Cavenagh
Hilton Garden Inn Darwin
Hilton Garden Inn Darwin
4 out of 5
122 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is P12,288 per night from Jul 6 to Jul 7
P12,288
P13,516 total
Jul 6 - Jul 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge), and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (183 reviews)
Darwin Hilton Garden Inn
"Front desk staff were excellent. However the cleaning staff were not great - bathroom and room were not cleaned properly. Cleaning was done haphazardly. Also had an issue with one of the wait staff in the restaurant who was extremely rude to me. If ever I go back to Darwin I would not choose this ..."

Reviewed on Jun 30, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Rapid Creek

Pier at Nightcliff! Spectacular sunsets!!!

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.

Nightcliff
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Marrara

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

Marrara
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Ludmilla

Ludmilla might not have many top sights, but Parap Village Markets and Lake Alexander are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Ludmilla
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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.

Eaton
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre showing an aircraft and aircraft

Winnellie

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

Winnellie
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Fannie Bay

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

Fannie Bay

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