Hidden Gems

A few local favourites to explore on your trip to the Top End

Cullen Bay

Cullen Bay precinct is packed with places to eat, drink and things to do! Relax and unwind beach-side and enjoy an iconic Darwin sunset with a picnic, or fish and chips on the lawns. Or, opt to dine in at a local cafe or restaurant and enjoy the marina ambience!


Live music is featured some weekends, or a yoga-class or two on the beach-side lawns.


This is also the ferry access point for many fishing charters and those wishing to explore Mandorah or the Tiwi Islands!

East Point Reserve & Fannie Bay

East Point Reserve is Darwin CBD's largest park area! Enjoy walking around this picturesque area which overlooks the city.


It is popular with locals and visitors for its safe year-round for a refreshing swim at Lake Alexander. Further along you will find military history, uninterrupted views of Darwin and Fannie Bay and sunsets from Dudley Point.


It has an extensive network of walking and cycling paths, landscaped picnic areas with free barbecue facilities and playgrounds for the kids.

Casuarina Coastal Reserve

A visitor watching the sunset on the beach at Casuarina Coastal Reserve.


Casuarina Coastal Reserve protects a large coastal area in Darwin's northern suburbs. The Reserve is popular for its white sandy beaches, shady picnic areas, cycle paths, mountain bike tracks and wildlife. World War II artillery observation posts are a reminder of the area's wartime involvement.


Wander further down and you will find Cafe De La Plage or the Surf Life Saving Club, both are perfect options to dine in and are dog friendly!

Berry Springs

Looking to visit one of Darwin's hidden treasures? This is a must-do!


Only a short 40-minute drive from Darwin CBD, this local refreshing spring features luscious picnic grounds with BBQ's and fresh water holes to swim in. Open all throughout the dry season, this beautiful park is local favourite.


A great family friendly place to enjoy the natural NT environment, don't forget your pool noodle!

Photo credit: Tourism NT

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