Parap
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 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.
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.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
75-minute Die Another Day Jet Skiing in Darwin
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Top hotels in Parap
Hudson Parap
AC was good and room was fine. There was some loud noises in the walls that happened every few hours.
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Elsey on Parap
Loved the apartment so spacious very fresh style. Staff are so friendly
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Hudson Parap
Palms City Resort
Great breakfast, great location, great staff! Recommend it 100%!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Staff in restaurant were great and the food in the evening was very good, we returned Staff on reception varied, one was not helpful when we queried the restaurant closing time vs kitchen closing for orders which we had not been told about A notice is now available, but she seemed to think that telling ...
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Very dated.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
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 Parap Village Markets and Fannie Bay Race Course.
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 SKYCITY Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
Ludmilla
When in Ludmilla, you can plan a visit to Fannie Bay Race Course and Lake Alexander, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
The Gardens
Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out SKYCITY Casino or Mindil Beach Sunset Market while you're exploring the area.
