East Arm Travel Guide
Darwin
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
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.
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.
Things to do
Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise
Litchfield National Park from Darwin Top End Day Trip
Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Top hotels in East Arm
Palms City Resort
"Absolutely loved the central.pool and bar and happy hour (!!). Our room type with pur personal space pool was fantastic. Property quiet, clean and very well maintained with lovely gardens and staff helpful and friendly. The breakfast was excellent value for money. We LOVED this property."
Reviewed on 21 May 2026
The Leea Darwin
"Great location and friendly staff. Lovely breakfast and restaurant food on an evening. Best shower I've had in a hotel. Unfortunately, the pool area was being upgraded during my stay (of which I was aware), but I was given a free voucher for entry to the wave lagoon as an alternative."
Reviewed on 29 May 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
"Big clean room , hotel in great location"
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
"The staff were really attentive and lovely. The renovations to the rooms are really tasteful and nice. Comfy beds, good set up etc. and yes the lagoon pool in particular was everything I was dreaming of. It would be nice if the swim up bar in the pool stayed open a little later and we were hoping ..."
Reviewed on 20 May 2026
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
"Spacious apartment, good facilities, especially useful /washer dryer, we werein a four week trip. Most staff very pleasant and helpful than others. Breakfast included was a plus."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
"The best thing was having a laundry onsite"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
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, Darwin Harbour and World War II Display are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Eaton
You might appreciate the restaurants and gardens in Eaton, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Marrara Sports Complex and TIO Stadium are just a few notable stops.
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