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 walkable 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

'Charles Darwin' Dinner Cruise

'Charles Darwin' Dinner Cruise

฿3,071
per adult
80% of travellers recommend
'Charles Darwin' Dinner Cruise
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

฿3,495
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Litchfield Adventure in a Small Group Day Tour with Lunch

Litchfield Adventure in a Small Group Day Tour with Lunch

฿4,660
per adult
Litchfield Adventure in a Small Group Day Tour with Lunch
Private Majestic Walking Tour in Darwin with Historical Sites

Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour

฿11,934
per adult
Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour
Northern Territory: Corroboree Billabong Nature Cruises

Northern Territory: Corroboree Billabong Nature Cruises

฿1,589
per adult
Northern Territory: Corroboree Billabong Nature Cruises
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

฿19,043
per adult
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip
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Top hotels in East Point

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Room was fine, loved the pools and dining within the casino. Balcony smelt of cigarettes, we were unable to sit out there."

Reviewed on 2 Jul 2025

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Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
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! (430 reviews)
"The cabins were very clean and the camping facilities for caravan era is a tranquil treed areas. Our checking in time was at 2 pm but we couldn’t get in till 3.30 as they were still cleaning and we had to fill in time walking around for 2 hrs. Overall I would be happy to recommend"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

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Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is ฿5,783 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿5,783
฿6,361 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service and a 24-hour fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8/10 Very Good! (996 reviews)
"Very nice hotel."

Reviewed on 17 Jun 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is ฿6,377 per night from 13 Jul to 14 Jul
฿6,377
฿7,015 total
13 Jul - 14 Jul
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! (1,001 reviews)
"We were given an upgrade to an apartment with breakfast included. Really appreciate the upgrade - it made our holiday Hotel was older but reasonably well kept. Apartment was reasonably clean but attention to detail was missing e.g. the dishwasher door just needed a wipe over to get rid of the splashes, ..."

Reviewed on 22 Jun 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
The Cavenagh
The Cavenagh
3.5 out of 5
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,124 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
฿3,124
฿3,436 total
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Darwin. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities and an in-room coffee maker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (945 reviews)
"The Cavenagh is quite a big complex of rooms above a fairly busy bar (although it’s quiet at night unless on weekends!). My room wasn’t near the bar area so it was fine but i know other people had more issues if they were closer to the front of the building. My room had a skylight but no window but ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

The Cavenagh
Hilton Garden Inn Darwin
Hilton Garden Inn Darwin
4 out of 5
122 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is ฿7,167 per night from 19 Jul to 20 Jul
฿7,167
฿7,883 total
19 Jul - 20 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, breakfast (surcharge) and a 24-hour front desk. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (183 reviews)
Darwin Hilton Garden Inn
"Front desk staff were excellent. However the cleaning staff were not great - bathroom and room were not cleaned properly. Cleaning was done haphazardly. Also had an issue with one of the wait staff in the restaurant who was extremely rude to me. If ever I go back to Darwin I would not choose this ..."

Reviewed on 30 Jun 2025

Hilton Garden Inn 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 Fannie Bay Race Course and Parap Village Markets, 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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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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Cullen Bay

If you're spending some time in Cullen Bay, Cullen Bay Marina and Mindil Beach are top sights worth seeing.

Cullen Bay

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