Parap 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.
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.
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.
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
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Top hotels in Parap
Hudson Parap
Loved this venue, we would have preferred an apartment with a balcony .
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Elsey on Parap
Loved the apartment so spacious very fresh style. Staff are so friendly
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Tropical Garden Villa | 5 mins from City Centre
Everything is a bit run down. In the kitchen the pots are old and scratched, not enough cutlery/mugs or tea towels/cleaning cloths. The bed linen was old, not ironed and I was not sure if the top bit was even washed.Also, I was unhappy that there all these extra terms and conditions and I was forced ...
Reviewed on 10 Aug 2025
Tropical oasis In Parap, saltwater pool, Close to Markets and attractions
A great location near the Parap village and market and directly opposite the best coffee shop. We were near 2 bus stops heading into Darwin CBD with free public transport was a bonus. The pool was wonderful and we enjoyed the simple comfort of our stay. Thank you.
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2024
1BR (sleeps 3) - private, modern granny flat with large shaded pool
great pool
Reviewed on 6 Oct 2025
Larger Room In Parap, saltwater pool, close to markets, Great coffee, Central.
Great location. Host neglected to inform that the room is on the second floor,no lift and the shower is over a non working spa. I would never have booked this room given that information. The advertised hot tub- also not working
Reviewed on 31 Aug 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 Fannie Bay Race Course 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 Fannie Bay Race Course and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory, 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.
