Bayview
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.
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
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
Kakadu National Park Explorer Tour from Darwin
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Top hotels in Bayview
Nautika at Bayview, Darwin
Staying at this awesome apartment was fabulous. The beds were comfy, location was great and the views superb. We really appreciated the extras of bubbles, bread, milk, butter etc on arrival. It was so lovely not to have to think of it when we arrived. Having a range of brochures available for us ...
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Palms City Resort
Great breakfast, great location, great staff! Recommend it 100%!
Reviewed on 11 Apr 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Great views, lovely room.
Reviewed on 13 Apr 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Very dated.
Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026
The Leea Darwin
Very nice staff
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Argus Hotel Darwin
Great job enjoyed my stay friendly and welcoming Thank you
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bayview
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.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Charles Darwin National Park and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
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.
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.
