Rapid Creek Travel Guide
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 savour 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 enjoy retail therapy at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your stay in 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.
Activities
Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine
Katherine Gorge & Edith Falls, 4WD, 4-6 Guests from Darwin
Litchfield & Jumping Crocodile Cruise, 4WD, 6 Max, ex Darwin
Darwin City Sights and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Rapid Creek
Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Coastal Reserve and Casuarina Beach.
Coconut Grove
You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Coconut Grove and you might want to plan a stop by Lake Alexander and Casuarina Beach while you're in the area.
Marrara
Travellers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Tiwi
Travellers like the beaches in Tiwi, and Casuarina Beach is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ludmilla
When in Ludmilla, you can plan a visit to Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and Parap Village Markets, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Eaton
You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Marrara Sports Complex and TIO Stadium are just a few notable stops.
- Mindil Beach
- Darwin Waterfront
- The Esplanade
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Casuarina Beach
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- SKYCITY Casino
- Smith Street Mall
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Parap Village Markets
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Charles Darwin University
- Darwin Entertainment Centre
- Marrara Sports Complex
- Bicentennial Park
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- Casuarina Coastal Reserve
- Darwin Aviation Museum
- Leanyer Recreation Park
- TIO Stadium
- Darwin War Memorial
- Casuarina Square
- Lake Alexander
- Howard Springs Nature Park