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. Get iconic Darwin sunset views beach-side or enjoy the marina ambience as you dine.

East Point Reserve & Fannie Bay

East Point Reserve is Darwin's largest park area.


It is popular with locals and visitors for its safe year-round saltwater swimming at Lake Alexander, military history, and the 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.


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