East Point
Darwin
Visit East Point
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.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Kakadu National Park Explorer Tour from Darwin
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
Katherine Gorge Cruise & Edith Falls Day Trip from Darwin
Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Top hotels in East Point
Palms City Resort
Loved the check-in, which included Sammy the parrot! Super friendly staff. A good walkable location for many of the sights in Darwin. The pool was great, and the room was good for the price. I would definitely recommend and would return if in the NT.
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Great staff especially at check in
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026
Hilton Darwin
Spotless room, great location, best hotel I’ve stayed in in Darwin
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
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
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Very good rooms and very friendly staff
Reviewed on 28 Jan 2026
The Leea Darwin
Pleasant staff.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 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 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 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 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 TIO Stadium.
