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Park · Darwin, Northern Territory
Darwin Waterfront
Renovated foreshore in central Darwin, with a net‑protected lagoon for swimming without crocodiles or jellyfish, a wave pool, lawns, restaurants and the pier.
Illustrative images. The pictures in this guide are illustrations based on the real place, not photographs, and may differ from it.
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About Darwin Waterfront
The Darwin Waterfront is the waterfront leisure area, a few minutes’ walk from Smith Street in the center. Built over former port facilities, it includes lawns, plazas, restaurants, hotels and the pier where tour boats depart.
The Recreation Lagoon is a sea‑water lagoon protected by nets and barriers, where you can swim without crocodiles or jellyfish, with lifeguards during opening hours. Next to it, the Wave Lagoon is a pay‑to‑use wave pool popular with families.
An elevated boardwalk links the Waterfront to the center. In the late afternoon the foreshore is busy with people eating outdoors.
Nearby are a World War II fuel storage tunnel and the 1942 bombing memorial, reminders of the Japanese attack on the city.
Before you go
Practical information
Cidade Turismo reviews its information regularly, but something may have changed. Check with the place before planning your trip.
How much time to set aside
From 2 hours to half a day.
Best time
In the late afternoon, when it’s cooler, or on any hot day to swim in the lagoon.
How to get there
On foot, from Smith Street and Mitchell Street, via the elevated boardwalk or the city elevator.
Tip
Use the Recreation Lagoon to swim safely in the city center. Check the Wave Lagoon schedule, which operates in sessions.
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Get your questions answered
Frequently asked questions about Darwin Waterfront
Where to swim in downtown Darwin?
In the Waterfront’s Recreation Lagoon, protected against crocodiles and jellyfish, with lifeguards during opening hours.
Is the Wave Lagoon in Darwin paid?
Yes, the wave pool has a separate fee; check the current price list. The adjacent Recreation Lagoon does not charge entry.
How to get to the Waterfront from downtown?
On foot, in a few minutes, via the elevated boardwalk from Smith Street.