East Arm Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
Activities
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
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
Our pick of the best East Arm Hotel Deals
Argus Hotel Darwin
The room was extremely quiet and it was clean and comfortable. The staff were very helpful and kind. The daily cleaning was excelent. Amazing view over the city and to the ocean. The gym was great and the location was very walkable too. The only slight downside was breakfast, as more fresh fruit ...
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
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Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Darwin City Hotel
The room was very clean and modern, as was the hotel.The staff was very friendly and helpful and the hotel was in an excellent central location.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Convenient location and local to all the restaurants.
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
The hotel was lovely, as was the swimming pool and breakfast. Lovely and clean and nice surroundings inside the hotel
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Very good accommodation and friendly staff for reasonable price.
Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around East Arm
Berrimah
Restaurants and golf courses are just a few things travellers like about Berrimah. A stop by Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation is also recommended if you've got time to explore the area.
Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Charles Darwin National Park and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
Knuckey Lagoon
Travellers like the zoo in Knuckey Lagoon, and Crocodylus Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Bayview
Travellers like the parks in Bayview, and Charles Darwin National Park is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
Palmerston
Palmerston is well liked for its restaurants and shopping. If you want to see more of the larger area, you might add a stop by Howard Springs Nature Park to your list.
