Eaton Travel Guide
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
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Top hotels in Eaton
Novotel Darwin Airport
ROOMS ARE VERY GOOD CLEAN AND BIG THE BREAKFAST IS GREAT AND THE STAFF ARE VERY FRIENDLY.....TOP PLACE TO STAY AS IT IS WALKING DISTANCE TO THE AIRPORT....
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel
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Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
We only booked in late in evening and left early morning. The room was spotless and the aircon was on when we arrived. We were exhausted from travel and it was a pleasure to come to a room fully prepared. We were on the ground floor which was great and it was very quiet. The shuttle bus took us straight ...
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Palms City Resort
The location is fantastic. Watching sunset on Esplanade, and being able to sit in front of your room in lush green local flora, sipping coffee. BAGANA at reception was extremely friendly and helpful. So were other staff. Thank you for a memorable 3 day stay.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
The Leea Darwin
Shops near the hotel
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
Room was clean, staff were friendly & helpful, no kitchen, order meals from a cafe
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Eaton
Marrara
Travellers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Fannie Bay Race Course and Parap Village Markets, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Bayview
Travellers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Coconut Grove
You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Coconut Grove and you might want to plan a stop by Marrara Sports Complex and Casuarina Beach while you're in the area.
Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and World War II Display are top sights worth seeing.
