Cullen Bay

Darwin

Cullen Bay Marina showing a sunset
Cullen Bay Marina showing a bay or harbor, a sunset and a coastal town
Cullen Bay Marina featuring a coastal town, a sunset and a bay or harbor
Cullen Bay Marina featuring a bay or harbor, boating and a sunset
Cullen Bay Marina featuring landscape views, general coastal views and a coastal town

Popular places to visit

Cullen Bay Marina featuring a coastal town, a sunset and a bay or harbor

Cullen Bay Marina

From early morning fishing excursions to evening sunset viewing, this waterfront spot north of downtown Darwin is filled with activity.

Cullen Bay Marina
Mindil Beach which includes street performance, nightlife and performance art

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.

Mindil Beach
Darwin Waterfront featuring swimming as well as a large group of people

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.

Darwin Waterfront
Darwin showing food

The Esplanade

Just a couple blocks from Darwin City Centre, this long street and bordering park offer great opportunities to appreciate nature, recreation and history.

The Esplanade
Mindil Beach Sunset Market showing markets and food

Mindil Beach Sunset Market

You can browse for the perfect souvenirs at Mindil Beach Sunset Market during your visit to Darwin. Wander the waterfront and picturesque gardens in the area.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Crocosaurus Cove showing dangerous animals and zoo animals

Crocosaurus Cove

This wildlife park offers the chance to admire a number of local species, as well as the safest encounter you can have with a saltwater crocodile.

Crocosaurus Cove

Things to do

Cathedral Termite Mounds

Litchfield Premium Day Tour, 10 guests only, lunch included

$181
per adult
Litchfield Premium Day Tour, 10 guests only, lunch included
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

$107
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour

$155
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

$584
per adult
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip
Private Majestic Walking Tour in Darwin with Historical Sites

Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour

$370
per adult
Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove

$127
per traveler
"Cage Of Death" Crocodile Swim and Entry to Crocosaurus Cove
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Cullen Bay Hotel Deals

Cullen Bay Resort

Cullen Bay Resort

3.5 out of 5
26-32 Marina Boulevard, Cullen Bay, Larrakeyah, NT
$160 nightly
The price is $177 total per night from Aug 26 to Aug 27
$177 total
Aug 26 - Aug 27
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an area shuttle (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Great location close to city, dining options, transport, casino and Mindil beach all within walking distance. We did not stay during peak of tourist season and it was noisy - other guests slamming doors, making noise late at night, yelling in communal areas - can’t imagine when party crowd arrives. ..."

Reviewed on Jul 23, 2025

Cullen Bay Resort
Zencity Balcony Outdoor Dining Mindal Markets

Zencity Balcony Outdoor Dining Mindal Markets

2 out of 5
Larrakeyah
Stay at this apartment in Darwin. Enjoy free parking and a beach locale. Popular attractions Mindil Beach and The Esplanade are located nearby.
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Zencity Balcony Outdoor Dining Mindal Markets
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
$150 nightly
The price is $150 total per night from Jul 30 to Jul 31
$150 total
Jul 30 - Jul 31
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation and ...
8/10 Very Good! (431 reviews)
"The cabins were very clean and the camping facilities for caravan era is a tranquil treed areas. Our checking in time was at 2 pm but we couldn’t get in till 3.30 as they were still cleaning and we had to fill in time walking around for 2 hrs. Overall I would be happy to recommend"

Reviewed on May 22, 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
$204 nightly
The price is $225 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$225 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,013 reviews)
"Good"

Reviewed on Jul 28, 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
The Cavenagh

The Cavenagh

3.5 out of 5
12 Cavenagh Street, Darwin, NT
$86 nightly
The price is $95 total per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
$95 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 3.5-star motel in Darwin. Enjoy daily housekeeping, laundry facilities, and an in-room coffeemaker. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (961 reviews)
"Well located, friendly staff, clean and tidy and surprisingly quiet apart from room doors and main security gate that bang closed quite loudly as guests come and go. I’d definitely stay here again. Good value for the price, too."

Reviewed on Jul 26, 2025

The Cavenagh
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
$180 nightly
The price is $198 total per night from Aug 29 to Aug 30
$198 total
Aug 29 - Aug 30
Total includes taxes and fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on Jul 13, 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
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Other neighborhoods around Cullen Bay

Aquascene featuring marine life

Larrakeyah

Beaches, restaurants, and shopping are just a few things travelers enjoy about Larrakeyah. Check out Cullen Bay Marina or Mindil Beach while you're exploring the area.

Larrakeyah
Mindil Beach which includes general coastal views, a sunset and landscape views

The Gardens

Beaches, restaurants, and casinos are some highlights of The Gardens. Make a stop by SKYCITY Casino or Mindil Beach Sunset Market while you're exploring.

The Gardens
Fried veg from Frying Nemo. Some great vegan food. #Trovember

Stuart Park

Though Stuart Park might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Mindil Beach Sunset Market and SKYCITY Casino.

Stuart Park
Darwin showing street scenes

Darwin City Centre

Darwin City Centre is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Smith Street Mall and The Esplanade while you're in town.

Darwin City Centre
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Parap

Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.

Parap
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Fannie Bay

Travelers like the museums in Fannie Bay, and Darwin Harbour is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fannie Bay
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