Parap Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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
On this local stretch of surf you'll find markets and music, beach walks and food-stalls – a place where Aborigine, Asian, Australian and Med-cuisines meet.
The Esplanade
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this walkable 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.
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Admire bush orchid displays, spiky palms and local bird species as you explore one of Darwin’s most diverse natural environments.
Activities
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Jumping Crocodile Cruise Experience & Transfer Loop from Darwin
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
Kakadu National Park with Rock Art Top End Day Trip from Darwin
Our pick of the best Parap Hotel Deals
Hudson Parap
Good location, easy to find.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Hudson Parap
I was hoping for the advertised 2pm check-in, but the room was not available until 4pm.
Reviewed on 25 July 2025
Elsey on Parap
Loved the apartment so spacious very fresh style. Staff are so friendly
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Darwin City Hotel
The room was very clean and modern, as was the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was in an excellent central location.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Convenient location and local to all the restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Size of the room and view
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Parap
Woolner
While Woolner may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and Parap Village Markets.
Fannie Bay
Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Fannie Bay Race Course is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bayview
Travellers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Mindil Beach Casino & Resort are some notable places to visit nearby.
The Gardens
Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out Mindil Beach Sunset Market or Mindil Beach Casino & Resort while you're exploring the area.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
Parap Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Hotels Near Darwin, Northern Territory
- More holiday ideas
- Darwin Waterfront
- Mindil Beach
- The Esplanade
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Casuarina Beach
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Charles Darwin University
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- TIO Stadium
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- SKYCITY Casino
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Fannie Bay Race Course
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral
- Crocodylus Park
- Aquascene
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