East Point Travel Guide
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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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Our pick of the best East Point Hotel Deals
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025
Palms City Resort
Reviewed on 1 Aug. 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Rydges Darwin Central
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025
The Cavenagh
Reviewed on 30 Jul. 2025
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 Parap Village Markets and Lake Alexander, 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.
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.
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.
- Places of interest
- Hotels Near Darwin, Northern Territory
- Which hotel chains are in East Point?
- More holiday ideas
- Defence Of Darwin Experience
- Lake Alexander
- Darwin Military Museum
- Mindil Beach
- Darwin Waterfront
- The Esplanade
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Casuarina Beach
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Darwin Harbour
- Darwin War Memorial
- Smith Street Mall
- Charles Darwin University
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- Darwin Entertainment Centre
- SKYCITY Casino
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- Wave Lagoon
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- Crocodylus Park
- St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral
- Marrara Sports Complex
- Charles Darwin National Park
- Parap Village Markets
- Aquascene