Knuckey Lagoon Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Crocodylus Park showing general coastal views, dangerous animals and zoo animals
Crocodylus Park showing dangerous animals, a pond and zoo animals
Knuckey Lagoon
Crocodylus Park which includes dangerous animals and zoo animals
Knuckey Lagoon

Popular places to visit

Mindil Beach which includes street performance, performance art and night scenes

Mindil Beach

On this local stretch of surf you'll find markets and music, beach walks and food-stalls – a place where Aborigine, Asian, Australian and Med-cuisines meet.

Mindil Beach
Darwin Waterfront which includes swimming as well as a large group of people

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.

Darwin Waterfront
Darwin showing food

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.

The Esplanade
Cullen Bay Marina

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.

Cullen Bay Marina
Mindil Beach Sunset Market

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.

Mindil Beach Sunset Market
Crocosaurus Cove

Crocosaurus Cove

Test your daring at Darwin's Crocosaurus Cove, where you can get eyeball-to-eyeball with the world's largest and most fierce reptiles – the salt-water crocodile.

Crocosaurus Cove

Activities

Katherine Gorge - Nitmiluk National Park - Full Day Tour

Katherine Gorge - Nitmiluk National Park - Full Day Tour

NZ$648
per adult
Katherine Gorge - Nitmiluk National Park - Full Day Tour
Darwin City Explorer

Darwin City Explorer Tour

NZ$180
per adult
Darwin City Explorer Tour
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise

NZ$60
per adult
Darwin: Spectacular Jumping Crocodile Adelaide River Cruise
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip

NZ$980
per adult
Darwin: Kakadu National Park Day Trip
'Charles Darwin' Dinner Cruise

'Charles Darwin' Dinner Cruise

NZ$158
per adult
86% of travellers recommend
'Charles Darwin' Dinner Cruise
Private Majestic Walking Tour in Darwin with Historical Sites

Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour

NZ$616
per adult
Darwin’s Historic Charms - Guided Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Knuckey Lagoon Hotel Deals

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort

4 out of 5
901 Stuart Highway, Holtze, NT
The price is NZ$299 per night from 30 July to 31 July
NZ$299
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star holiday park in Darwin. Enjoy free parking, 3 outdoor pools, and a garden. Popular attractions Flight Path Golf & Outdoor Recreation and ...
8/10 Very Good! (431 reviews)
"The cabins were very clean and the camping facilities for caravan era is a tranquil treed areas. Our checking in time was at 2 pm but we couldn’t get in till 3.30 as they were still cleaning and we had to fill in time walking around for 2 hrs. Overall I would be happy to recommend"

Reviewed on 22 May 2025

Darwin FreeSpirit Resort
Mindil Beach Casino Resort

Mindil Beach Casino Resort

4 out of 5
Gilruth Avenue, The Gardens, NT
The price is NZ$377 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$377
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star beach hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the pool and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews)
"Superb location for beach walking and Mindil Beach market. Great pools and food. Reception staff fantastic - allowed early 11am checkin, offered to call and book taxi for departure, and gave a comprehensive overview of resort and city."

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Mindil Beach Casino Resort
DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade

4 out of 5
116 The Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is NZ$366 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
NZ$366
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy breakfast (surcharge), 24-hour room service, and a 24-hour fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Amazing"

Reviewed on 13 Jul. 2025

DoubleTree by Hilton Darwin Esplanade
Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel

4 out of 5
31 Woods Street, Darwin, NT
The price is NZ$381 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$381
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
Good hotel
"Good, no tv in second bedroom though all the plugs there for it. Second bedroom windows look into public hallway, so it’s a very dark place. Hot water was restricted to just lukewarm, so impossible to have a hot shower or do dishes without boiling a jug. TVs were old and had channels there that weren’t ..."

Reviewed on 21 Jul. 2025

Oaks Darwin Elan Hotel
Darwin City Hotel

Darwin City Hotel

4 out of 5
59 Smith Street, Darwin, NT
The price is NZ$287 per night from 22 Aug to 23 Aug
NZ$287
22 Aug - 23 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (593 reviews)
"Good centrally located hotel, where most things are within walking distance."

Reviewed on 14 Jul. 2025

Darwin City Hotel
Palms City Resort

Palms City Resort

4 out of 5
64 Esplanade, Darwin, NT
The price is NZ$366 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
NZ$366
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly motel in Darwin. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Really nice hotel. Great location, right on the esplanade. Good breakfast. Nice little pool area."

Reviewed on 9 Jul. 2025

Palms City Resort
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Other neighbourhoods around Knuckey Lagoon

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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.

Berrimah
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Hidden Valley

Travellers like the parks in Hidden Valley, and Hidden Valley Raceway is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Hidden Valley
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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 Hidden Valley Raceway are just a few notable stops.

Eaton
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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.

Palmerston
Australian Aviation Heritage Centre which includes an aircraft and aircraft

Winnellie

Visitors to Winnellie enjoy its restaurants, and if you want to do some exploring, Darwin Aviation Museum is worth a stop.

Winnellie
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Charles Darwin

If you're spending some time in Charles Darwin, Darwin Harbour and Charles Darwin National Park are top sights worth seeing.

Charles Darwin

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