East Point Travel Guide
Darwin
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Popular places to visit
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 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.
Top hotels in East Point
Palms City Resort
Parking easy, great location, love the pool and bar
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
The Leea Darwin
The Loft apartments were well maintained and spacious, really great for a family wanting to have meals either out or in, to save money
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Great View, Very Central, air con was great, breakfast was included.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Amazing resort room with verandah directly into the pool/lagoon. Friendly staff. Great stay.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026
Nightcap at the Cavenagh
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Reviewed on 21 Apr 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Staff were amazing. Location great and beds very comfortable. Great buffet breakfast for $25. Main issue is the major renovations being undertaken. Pool area in particular very noisy. Guests should have been advised by management prior to arriving and offered discounted rates.
Reviewed on 4 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around East Point
Fannie Bay
Travellers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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 Lake Alexander 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 Parap Village Markets and Fannie Bay Race Course.
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.
