Tiwi 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
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Top hotels in Tiwi
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Staff always very helpful and friendly. Facilities awesome and great proximity to lots of clubs along the beach walkway for evening drinks and sunset views.
Reviewed on 15 Oct 2025
Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
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Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Darwin City Hotel
Clean rooms, close to shops
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
DCH on Mitchell
The room was clean. The air conditioning ran quiet and cool. Overall it was a very good stay.
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Palms City Resort
Air-conditioning was good. Clean room with small balcony overlooking the pool.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
We had an excellent night here, the view was amazing perfect to see the sunset. Staff were very friendly and helpful
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Tiwi
Rapid Creek
If you're spending some time in Rapid Creek, Casuarina Beach and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and Mindil Beach Sunset Market.
Coconut Grove
You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Coconut Grove and you might want to plan a stop by Lake Alexander and Casuarina Beach while you're in the area.
Eaton
You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, TIO Stadium and Marrara Sports Complex are just a few notable stops.
Ludmilla
When in Ludmilla, you can plan a visit to Parap Village Markets and Lake Alexander, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
