Muirhead 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
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
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
Top hotels in Muirhead
Modern Furnished Guesthouse
Safe
Reviewed on 2 Sept 2024
Palms City Resort
Breakfast was excellent. Location is very good.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
The Leea Darwin
The Loft apartments were well maintained and spacious, really great for a family wanting to have meals either out or in, to save money
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
First room: no air con working; second room: person (s) already in the room; third room: ok. Leaving the property no access with the new room key to be able to get the gate open from the car park to be able to leave
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Argus Hotel Darwin
Clean and comfortable. Staff was helpful and friendly.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Muirhead
Jingili
Jingili is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, Marrara Sports Complex and Casuarina Square are some interesting sights nearby to check out.
Rapid Creek
If you're spending some time in Rapid Creek, Casuarina Beach and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Marrara
Travellers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Marrara Sports Complex.
Eaton
You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Marrara Sports Complex and TIO Stadium are just a few notable stops.
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.
