Pinelands Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes street performance, performance art 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 showing food

The Esplanade

During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savour 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 enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in 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

Activities

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$49
per adult
90% of travellers recommend
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Picture 1 for Activity Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket

AU$40
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Picture 2 for Activity Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry

AU$68
per adult
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove and RFDS Entry
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service

AU$30
per adult
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Litchfield Waterfalls Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise

AU$165
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour

Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour

AU$82
per adult
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour
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Our pick of the best Pinelands Hotel Deals

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$268 per night from 30 Sept to 1 Oct
AU$268
30 Sept - 1 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,006 reviews)
"Absolutely incredible stay there! Will be staying there again for sure"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$181 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$181
5 Oct - 6 Oct
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Good spot"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$151 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$151
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,008 reviews)
Poor value overall for the price
"Great location, room was nice and modern but very small. Water supply was appalling so if u like a good shower don’t stay here. Wifi was very unreliable & & house keeping very minimal"

Reviewed on 24 Sept 2025

Palms City Resort
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin

4 out of 5
81 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$151 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$151
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"The staff were very friendly and helpful, especially Rio. Great location, good parking facility."

Reviewed on 12 Sept 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is AU$167 per night from 2 Oct to 3 Oct
AU$167
2 Oct - 3 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (439 reviews)
"The staff were so friendly and accommodating, the pool and bar were great and the food delicious. Just an amazing time, we will definitely return."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
DCH on Mitchell

DCH on Mitchell

2.5 out of 5
50 Mitchell St, Darwin, NT
The price is AU$81 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$81
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Darwin Waterfront and Mindil Beach are located ...
6.2/10 (61 reviews)
"Very handy to food ,pubs etc….. behind shower doors need a good clean (scrub)& also under the bin bag in the bin was absolutely filthy. Other than that , it was very nice thank you & affordable to enable you to spend extra time on the Mitchell or within Darwin."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

DCH on Mitchell
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Other neighbourhoods around Pinelands

Crocodylus Park showing general coastal views, dangerous animals and zoo animals

Knuckey Lagoon

Travellers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Knuckey Lagoon
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Palmerston

Palmerston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the larger area, you might add a stop by Howard Springs Nature Park to your list.

Palmerston
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Berrimah

Restaurants and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Berrimah. A stop by Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.

Berrimah
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Charles Darwin

If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Charles Darwin
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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.

Eaton
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre which includes 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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