Parap Travel Guide
Darwin
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.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Top hotels in Parap
Hudson Parap
Good location, easy to find.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Elsey on Parap
Loved the apartment so spacious very fresh style. Staff are so friendly
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Hudson Parap
I was hoping for the advertised 2pm check-in, but the room was not available until 4pm.
Reviewed on 25 Jul 2025
Darwin City Hotel
Clean rooms, close to shops
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
My favourite place to chill out
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Palms City Resort
Excellent staff on reception - room cleaning service was mixed - excellent some days, other days it was left as if it had been rushed - part made beds but was always left clean. The Harbour Villa was well equipped with a great balcony area - some traffic noise around 8am for 30 mins but the view ...
Reviewed on 28 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 Parap Village Markets and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.
Fannie Bay
Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour 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 Parap Village Markets 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.
