Cullen Bay Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Cullen Bay
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
On this local stretch of surf you'll find markets and music, beach walks and food-stalls – a place where Aborigine, Asian, Australian and Med-cuisines meet.
The Esplanade
During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this walkable 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.
Crocosaurus Cove
Test your daring at Darwin's Crocosaurus Cove, where you can get eyeball-to-eyeball with the world's largest and most fierce reptiles – the salt-water crocodile.
Activities
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Litchfield National Park and Jumping Crocodile Cruise
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
Sunset 3-Hour Cruise from Darwin with Dinner and Sparkling Wine
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Our pick of the best Cullen Bay Hotel Deals
Cullen Bay Resort
Yes
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Zencity Balcony Outdoor Dining Mindal Markets
Darwin City Hotel
Clean rooms, close to shops
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Great location right on the promenade and walkable to downtown. Great dining options with casino
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Size of the room and view
Reviewed on 30 Oct 2025
Palms City Resort
Room was clean , outdoor spa was amazing, location was amazing easy car parking
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
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 Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
Cullen Bay Travel Guide
- Cullen Bay Marina
- Darwin Waterfront
- Mindil Beach
- The Esplanade
- Casuarina Beach
- Darwin Convention Centre
- Fort Hill Wharf
- Mindil Beach Sunset Market
- Charles Darwin University
- Hidden Valley Raceway
- Stokes Hill Wharf
- Darwin Deckchair Cinema
- George Brown Darwin Botanic Gardens
- Museum and Art Gallery of the Northern Territory
- SKYCITY Casino
- Fannie Bay Race Course
- Aquascene
- TIO Stadium
- St Mary Star of the Sea Catholic Cathedral
- Howard Springs Nature Park
- Lyons Cottage
