Pinelands Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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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
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.
Crocosaurus Cove
Test your daring at Darwin's Crocosaurus Cove, where you can get eyeball-to-eyeball with the world's largest and most fierce reptiles – the salt-water crocodile.
Activities
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Our pick of the best Pinelands Hotel Deals
Argus Hotel Darwin
Amazing customer service and the room was absolutely fantastic. The bed was super comfy.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Easy check in, the room is good. Nice bed and clean space. Breakfast was over cooked as we purchased the hot range. Would stay again.
Reviewed on 9 Dec 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
Palms City Resort
Great location
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Very nice stay overall. Central location near the downtown area. Great views right on the harbor. Great value overall.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Convenient location and local to all the restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Pinelands
Knuckey Lagoon
Travellers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Charles Darwin National Park and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
Pinelands Travel Guide
- Darwin Waterfront
- Mindil Beach
- The Esplanade
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Casuarina Beach
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Charles Darwin University
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- TIO Stadium
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- SKYCITY Casino
- Fannie Bay Race Course
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- Aquascene
- Crocodylus Park
