East Point Travel Guide
Darwin
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 walkable 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.
Top hotels in East Point
Argus Hotel Darwin
Amazing customer service and the room was absolutely fantastic. The bed was super comfy.
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Pool was out of order few days after cyclone. Would have booked elsewhere had we known. Queen bed was 2 uncomfortable single beds pushed together. Ocean view was fantastic. Continental breakfast was average.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Darwin City Hotel
The room was very clean and modern, as was the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was in an excellent central location.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Palms City Resort
Great location
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Ramada Suites by Wyndham Zen Quarter Darwin
Very nice stay overall. Central location near the downtown area. Great views right on the harbor. Great value overall.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Convenient location and local to all the restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Point
Fannie Bay
Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Fannie Bay Race Course is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
Coconut Grove
You'll appreciate the shopping during your time in Coconut Grove and you might want to plan a stop by TIO Stadium and Casuarina Beach while you're in the area.
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 Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory and Parap Village Markets.
Nightcliff
While there might not be top attractions in Nightcliff, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Casuarina Beach and TIO Stadium.
The Gardens
Beaches, restaurants and casinos are just a few things travellers enjoy about The Gardens. Check out Mindil Beach Sunset Market or Mindil Beach Casino & Resort while you're exploring the area.
East Point Travel Guide
- Darwin Military Museum
- Darwin Waterfront
- Mindil Beach
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Casuarina Beach
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Charles Darwin University
- Smith Street Mall
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Fannie Bay Race Course
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Marrara Sports Complex
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- Aquascene
- Casuarina Square
