Nightcliff
Darwin
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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
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
Nightcliff Hotel Deals
Tropical sanctuary surrounded by Balinese inspired gardens
The perfect romantic getaway. The property is beautifully designed and appointed, secure, clean and set up with all the necessary consumables. The location is close to the airport, beaches and town.
Reviewed on Aug 30, 2025
Palms City Resort
We enjoyed our stay in our dinky bungalow. Lovely pool. The cleaning staff were very friendly and smiley. We were very upset when we arrived because the chef was on holiday so there was no food! We had to rush out to buy food as soon as we arrived ---not ideal! Why did you not send us a message so ...
Reviewed on Feb 7, 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Great staff especially at check in
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
Hilton Darwin
Spotless room, great location, best hotel I’ve stayed in in Darwin
Reviewed on Jan 2, 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Great service very clean
Reviewed on Jan 21, 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Great breakfast on offer, better than other darwin hotel offerings
Reviewed on Feb 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Nightcliff
Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can plan an outing to TIO Stadium and Casuarina Beach while you're in town.
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 Parap Village Markets are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Fannie Bay
Travelers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Fannie Bay Race Course 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.
