Nightcliff  NT 0810 (Pop 3 500)

Nightcliff is a popular Darwin foreshores suburb 10 km north of the CBD. The suburb’s name originates from an early exploration excursion up the cliffs at night in 1839. During WWII, the area was used by the Royal Australian Air Force to help defend Darwin with large guns and spotlights. The long foreshores footpath today leads to the Nightcliff Jetty, Beach and Swimming Pool. The Nightcliff Markets are held each Sun from 6am-2pm. Surrounding suburbs include Rapid Creek, Millner and Coconut Grove.

Visitor Information Centre: Tel (08) 8941 1824 or Tourism Top End: Cnr Knuckey & Mitchell Sts. Tel (08) 8936 2499 or 1300 138 886.

Airport:
Darwin International Airport (DRW), 1 Fenton Court, Marrara. Tel (08) 8920 1811. (7 km south).

Hospital:
Royal Darwin Hospital, Rocklands Dr, Tiwi. Tel (08) 8922 8888. (6 km n-e).