Cullen Bay
Darwin
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Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
Admire bush orchid displays, spiky palms and local bird species as you explore one of Darwin’s most diverse natural environments.
Things to do
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
Kakadu National Park Explorer Tour from Darwin
Litchfield Waterfalls Small Group Tour with optional Crocodile Cruise
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin Combo: The Bombing of Darwin Experience & Darwin Harbour Cruise
Top hotels in Cullen Bay
Cullen Bay Resort
First room we booked the walls were dirty - cleaned not very throughly and tv was broken in on bedroom - we got moved to a cleaner room however that room didn’t have a tv in bedroom and the shower had barely any water pressure. It use to be my go to place for family holidays in Darwin but unfortunately ...
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Spacious Beachside Retreat, Plunge Pool + Patio
Zen Treetops: Private Pool ~ Outdoor Dining
Perfect location to CBD. Pool was great. Great property for family. Relaxed vibe
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2023
Palms City Resort
it was great that we were able to check in after a late flight into Darwin from Singapore.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
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
Other neighbourhoods around Cullen Bay
Larrakeyah
Beaches, restaurants and shopping are some highlights of Larrakeyah. Make a stop by Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring.
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.
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino are some notable places to visit nearby.
Darwin City Centre
Darwin City Centre is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Smith Street Mall or The Esplanade.
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.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
