Title: Darwin Waterfront in Darwin City Centre | Expedia.co.uk [Darwin Waterfront Hotels](https://expedia.co.uk/Darwin-Waterfront-Hotels.0-l6247958-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Darwin Waterfront Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Darwin-Waterfront.d6247958.Car-Hire-Guide)[Darwin City Centre Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Darwin-City-Centre.d6131318.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Darwin Waterfront ![Darwin Waterfront which includes swimming as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247958/add7fe84-0b81-4eed-bad9-d3ae0c7144f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Darwin Waterfront which includes swimming as well as a large group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247958/add7fe84-0b81-4eed-bad9-d3ae0c7144f4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Darwin Waterfront which includes café scenes, a sunset and outdoor eating](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247958/fd7283fe-291a-4d75-8a07-9216b2e46c3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Darwin Waterfront showing swimming](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247958/75467ada-6347-49a3-bb30-1af43eb3048a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Darwin Waterfront showing a garden, landscape views and a bay or harbor](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6247958/144f5608-aaec-4774-b4e3-815141012335.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Darwin Waterfront Activities --- --- #### Explore Darwin’s scenic waterfront, where you can swim in the wave pool, see turtles up close and dine in restaurants overlooking the sea. Head to the Darwin Waterfront and enjoy the music, food and atmosphere of this lively precinct. Just a short walk from the CBD, this picturesque oceanfront esplanade is very popular with locals. Enjoy sweeping views of the harbour, escape the summer heat at its swimming areas or try some seaside dining. During Darwin’s steamy summers and dry winters, head to the waterfront Wave Lagoon to keep cool. This pool charges a small entry fee but is safe all year and has shallow areas for children. Find your own space in the 4,000-square-metre (43,000-square-foot) lagoon. Alternatively, join the crowds at the wave section, where you can surf up to 10 different types of waves. Nearby, a seawater Recreation Lagoon and beach area are free to use. Find a spot on the sand and work on your tan. Dry off and visit the Indo Pacific Marine exhibit, where you can learn about the balanced ecosystem of coral reefs. Delight in close-up views of sea horses and clownfish grazing the floors of their enclosures. At certain times of the month, you can take a cruise to a secluded beach nearby to watch turtles laying their eggs. Take a fishing trip to Darwin’s sheltered reefs and explore the ocean floor. Charter boats can be booked at hotels along the promenade. If you are looking for an adrenalin rush, take a jet boat tour around the headland. For something more laid-back, board the restored Streeter sailboat for a sunset cruise. Back on dry land, head to one of the world-renowned restaurants along the promenade for some fresh seafood. Take a seat at the Deckchair Cinema, an outdoor movie theatre just next to the Esplanade. This cinema shows a range of Australian, popular and foreign films. Movies screen in the evenings between April and November. The Darwin Waterfront is situated on the southern tip of Darwin’s peninsula. Get there by bus or car and use the metered parking available. ## Plan a trip to see Darwin Waterfront Price found within the past 48 hours. Click for updated prices. ![Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7520000/7518700/7518633/f89b2a45_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel Darwin City Centre £425 per person 12 Mar - 16 Mar found 12 hours ago Return flight included Sydney (SYD) to Darwin (DRW) 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews) Parking a issue, unaware swimming pool unavailable Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025 ![Elsey on Parap](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/25000000/24470000/24469700/24469685/ca826f4b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Elsey on Parap Parap £514 per person 12 Mar - 16 Mar found 12 hours ago Return flight included Sydney (SYD) to Darwin (DRW) 9.6/10 Exceptional! (55 reviews) The apartment was great. Roomy, clean and very comfortable. All you needed to cook a simple meal. Good coffee at the Bakery across the road. Bit of a hike to a supermarket as the fine Foods store is pretty pricey. Reviewed on 27 Jul 2025 ![Rydges Darwin Central](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/50000/43500/43480/20ab001f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) ### Rydges Darwin Central Darwin City Centre £444 per person 12 Mar - 16 Mar found 12 hours ago Return flight included Sydney (SYD) to Darwin (DRW) 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews) Good central location. Staff friendly and helpful. Rooms a bit dated but no complaints Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026 ### Popular places to visit ![WWII Oil Storage Tunnels showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965806/25020eba-c81a-481e-9901-c448a6ca3f08.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### WWII Oil Storage Tunnels Find out about the history of Darwin with a stop at WWII Oil Storage Tunnels. Wander the area's waterfront or simply enjoy one of its top-notch restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/WWII-Oil-Storage-Tunnels-Darwin-City-Centre.d553248621526965806.Attraction) ![Darwin Deckchair Cinema featuring night scenes and outdoor art](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526973903/1984336f-1fbe-4687-b998-2d4e5924b44a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Darwin Deckchair Cinema 4/5(2 reviews) Watch the sunset from the tropical gardens, grab a meal and a drink, and enjoy a film under the Northern Territory stars. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Darwin-Deckchair-Cinema-Darwin-City-Centre.d553248621526973903.Attraction) ![Darwin featuring food](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526965823/c8fccced-493c-4e52-9172-ae25a62eee6e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### The Esplanade 4.5/5(18 reviews) During your trip to Darwin, you can do some window-shopping at The Esplanade. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the top-notch restaurants. 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