Cullen Bay
Darwin
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
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.
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
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Darwin: Feed Fish at Aquascene. Tickle Your Toes at Doctors Gully
Kakadu Wildlife Rock Art with optional Crocodile Cruise Small Group Tour
Half-Day Adelaide River Jumping Crocs Cruise
Discover Darwin Half-Day City Sights Tour
Waterfalls Paradise - Premium Litchfield Day Tour
Top hotels in Cullen Bay
Cullen Bay Resort
"great little place to stay, quiet rooms, nice swimming pool. Close to walk around Darwin and Mingle beach"
Reviewed on 2 May, 2026
Zen Marina Studio Bayview - Shared Pool - Central
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
"Shops close by, Clean room, Check in was easy"
Reviewed on 18 May, 2026
Rydges Darwin Central
"Room had a terrible musty mouldy smell. Our room was very dated, old wooden furniture and curtains. No fresh air available. The mugs were very stained and there was no clock. The bathroom was newly renovated, but the tiles in the shower were slippery."
Reviewed on 23 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
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 Mindil Beach Sunset Market or Mindil Beach while you're exploring the area.
Stuart Park
While Stuart Park isn't home to many top sights, Mindil Beach Sunset Market and Darwin Entertainment Centre 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 Fannie Bay Race Course.
Parap
Parap is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Parap Village Markets and 24HR Art.
