Marrara
Darwin
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 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.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Marrara
Darwin City Hotel
Clean rooms, close to shops
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Great location right on the promenade and walkable to downtown. Great dining options with casino
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Size of the room and view
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Palms City Resort
Wonderful hotel. Very close to lots of dining options and main part of city. Excellent pool and staff. Breakfast options were varied and always fresh. Friendly and helpful staff. 100% would stay again.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Great size room which was well cleaned, great location & great facilities on the rooftop bar
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Family weekend away, kids loved the pool and amenities, clean, great atmosphere, entertainment at night by the pool, comfortable and clean.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Marrara
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.
Rapid Creek
If you're spending some time in Rapid Creek, Casuarina Beach and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
Ludmilla
When in Ludmilla, you can plan a visit to Parap Village Markets and Lake Alexander, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Mindil Beach Sunset Market.
Bayview
Travellers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
