Winnellie Travel Guide
Darwin





Popular places to visit

Darwin Aviation Museum
A real B-52 bomber, a replica Spitfire and a helicopter that served in Vietnam are among the highlights in this Darwin museum of civil and military aircraft.

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.
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 Winnellie

Darwin Resort
Best place to stay. When we come to Darwin we always stay here.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Winnellie Hotel Motel
Minimal noise for being close to the airport. After hours checkin worked fine. Rooms bathroom older styling but functional. Fridge was leaking water actoss the floor which was an issue.
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Discovery Parks - Darwin
We have been back every year for the last four years and absolutley love staying at the Discovery Park in Winnielie. Its central to Darwin and Palmerston, the two bedroom superior cabins have everything we need for three travellers. Will be back next year.
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Darwin City Hotel
Clean rooms, close to shops
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
My favourite place to chill out
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025

Courtyard By Marriott Darwin
Great stay, convenient and effortless checking in and out. The room was nice, didn't use the pool but saw others enjoying themselves in there. Awesome location.
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Winnellie

Bayview
Travellers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park 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, TIO Stadium and Marrara Sports Complex are just a few notable stops.

Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.

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 Parap Village Markets and Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.

Ludmilla
When in Ludmilla, you can plan a visit to Parap Village Markets and Lake Alexander, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.



