East Point Travel Guide

Darwin

Defence Of Darwin Experience which includes interior views
Defence Of Darwin Experience featuring military items and interior views
Defence Of Darwin Experience which includes signage
Defence Of Darwin Experience which includes interior views as well as a large group of people
Defence Of Darwin Experience which includes interior views and military items as well as an individual male

Popular places to visit

Defence Of Darwin Experience showing art and interior views

Defence Of Darwin Experience

Learn about one of the most important periods in Darwin’s history, the disastrous day when it was first bombed by the Japanese during World War II.

Defence Of Darwin Experience
East Point Recreation Reserve

East Point Recreation Reserve

After visiting East Point Recreation Reserve, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Darwin. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants.

East Point Recreation Reserve
Mindil Beach which includes nightlife, street performance and performance art

Mindil Beach

4/5(8 reviews)

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.

Mindil Beach
Darwin Waterfront which includes swimming as well as a large group of people

Darwin Waterfront

4.5/5(16 reviews)

Explore Darwin’s scenic waterfront, where you can swim in the wave pool, see turtles up close and dine in restaurants overlooking the sea.

Darwin Waterfront
Darwin featuring food

The Esplanade

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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.

The Esplanade
Cullen Bay Marina

Cullen Bay Marina

4/5(9 reviews)

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.

Cullen Bay Marina

Things to do

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

฿1,162
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

฿4,118
per traveller
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

฿18,986
per adult
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

฿3,485
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Top End Safari Camp

Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour

฿14,677
per adult
Top End Safari Camp Overnight Tour
Private Majestic Walking Tour in Darwin with Historical Sites

Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour

฿11,965
per adult
Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour
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Top hotels in East Point

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is ฿3,564 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
฿3,564
฿3,564 total
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools and a garden. Popular attractions Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation and Crocodylus ...
8/10 Very Good! (432 reviews)
"Found the male manager to be very rude But the young lad Lachlan was very polite and gave us great service"

Reviewed on 29 Jul 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is ฿5,494 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
฿5,494
฿6,043 total
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice place and facilities but tv not working, couldn’t work out how to use the phone (so just called the hotel on my mobile to order room service), little bugs all through the room but that’s just tropical I guess. Friendly helpful staff, great pool - All in all pretty good"

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is ฿5,099 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
฿5,099
฿5,805 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Boutique style accommodation, clean, convenient to parks and waterfront."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Palms City Resort
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is ฿4,940 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿4,940
฿5,435 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Nice enough property however cleaning left a bit to be desired."

Reviewed on 16 Aug 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Rydges Darwin Central

Rydges Darwin Central

4 out of 5
21 Knuckey Street, Darwin, NT
The price is ฿4,242 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
฿4,242
฿4,667 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Great location to explore Darwin city. Clean rooms. Front of motel was dirty with rubbish and cigarette butts was a bit off putting but inside was very clean."

Reviewed on 12 Aug 2025

Rydges Darwin Central
Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin

4.5 out of 5
15 Maluka Drive, Palmerston, NT
The price is ฿5,280 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
฿5,280
฿5,809 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (441 reviews)
"As soon as you walk in the staff freak you with the big smile love the distro meals were great didn’t go into pool. I just looked at it because it was pretty windy out there but now other than that it was very very nice place to stay I definitely do it again Thanks a lot."

Reviewed on 20 Aug 2025

Rydges Palmerston - Darwin
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Other neighbourhoods around East Point

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Fannie Bay

Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fannie Bay
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Ludmilla

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

Ludmilla
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Parap

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

Parap
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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.

Coconut Grove
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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.

Nightcliff
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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.

The Gardens

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