Coconut Grove Travel Guide
Darwin
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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
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Top hotels in Coconut Grove
Coconut Grove Holiday Apartments
Great location easy to access everything in the area.
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Argus Hotel Darwin
Service was excellent. Staffs were professional and friendly. One of the best hotel in Australia that I have stayed.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Great venue, great service and amazing staff
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
Darwin City Hotel
The room was very clean and modern, as was the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was in an excellent central location.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Great stay as usual, friendly staff, clean rooms and chilled vibes by the pool - great way to start to the new year - thank you!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Good breakfast
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Coconut Grove
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.
Rapid Creek
If you're spending some time in Rapid Creek, Casuarina Beach and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Marrara
Travellers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Fannie Bay
Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
