Knuckey Lagoon Travel Guide
Darwin
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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 relaxing 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
Darwin Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour
Crocosaurus Cove General Admission Ticket
WWII Bombing of Darwin & Royal Flying Doctor Service
Darwin: Crocosaurus Cove Entry & Hop-on-Hop-Off Bus Tour
Top hotels in Knuckey Lagoon
Argus Hotel Darwin
Service was excellent. Staffs were professional and friendly. One of the best hotel in Australia that I have stayed.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Mindil Beach Casino Resort
Excellent- fantastic amenities, staff, pools, actually couldn’t fault it!!
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
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
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
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Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Great stay as usual, friendly staff, clean rooms and chilled vibes by the pool - great way to start to the new year - thank you!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Novotel Darwin Airport
Nice surroundings
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Knuckey Lagoon
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.
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.
Marrara
Travellers like the restaurants in Marrara, and Marrara Sports Complex is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Winnellie
Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.
Charles Darwin
If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Charles Darwin National Park and Darwin Harbour are top sights worth seeing.
