The Darwin Waterfront Precinct is a tourist area in Darwin, Northern Territory, Australia. Restaurants, bars, a wave pool and a man-made beach are available for local community and tourists. It is located five minutes’ walk from the Darwin Central Business District (CBD).
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Location/Geography
The Darwin Waterfront Precinct is located on Wharf One and Two.
History
The Waterfront Precinct is built on reclaimed land from Kitchener Bay between Stokes Hill and Fort Hill (which has since been removed).
The Darwin Oil Storage Tunnels were built during World War II to protect the navies oil from attack by the Japanese. Two of these tunnels are now open to the public.
Tourist Attractions
Waterfront Lagoon
Goyder Park
Deckchair Cinema
Darwin Wave Pool
Darwin Convention Centre
Restaurants, Shops and Apartments