Eaton 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
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully
Darwin Harbour Gaze and Graze Sunset Cruise
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
Top hotels in Eaton
Novotel Darwin Airport
"Hotel os convenient.. the room I was in the Novetel was airport side had the bins being emptied early, noise hard to sleep after long flight , we bought dinner from the restaurant 2 nights and both times we did a pick up we were missing food or it was not what we ordered and the staff had no idea ..."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Mercure Darwin Airport Resort
"check in was long and no signage to inform guests that you can self check in with the electronic kiosks, meal in the restaurant was horrible and refund provided, Mecure rooms are very noisy and hear everything and everyone in the walkways."
Reviewed on 9 Jun 2026
Ibis Darwin Airport Hotel
"This is a solidly three-star hotel. It's clean and convenient to the airport and that's all it has going for it. We got there after midnight and were left to find our own way to the building/room in the dark. Not great."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
The Leea Darwin
"I believe this is the best hotel in Darwin. Elegant, clean and everything was easy. Good breakfast and great bathroom"
Reviewed on 21 Jun 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
"If you are planning a trip to Darwin, there is nothing better than Mindil Beach Resort."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
"Just what you expect. Recommend"
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Eaton
Darwin City Centre
Darwin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smith Street Mall or The Esplanade.
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.
Palmerston
Palmerston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the larger area, you might add a stop by Howard Springs Nature Park to your list.
Cullen Bay
If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach 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 Marrara Sports Complex.
