Phone: (08) 7912 8371
Email: nsp.reception@ynt.org.au 

Nightcliff Pool is an iconic venue for residents and visitors alike. Located on the picturesque Nightcliff Foreshore, you can take in stunning views over Darwin Harbour and enjoy cool sea breezes. The facility offers a range of programs and activities, including learn-to-swim and swim club training.

The Y Northern Territory (YNT) manages City of Darwin's pools on Council's behalf, including all bookings and staff.  Please contact the pool directly for any booking enquiries.

Pool Facilities

• Main Pool – 50m (approx.) x 6 lanes, hydro-lift for all-abilities access, some shade cloth coverage
• Toddlers’ Pool – shaded

Opening Hours

_{*closed Good Friday, Christmas Day and New Year's Day}

Please note times may change due to special events or maintenance requirements. To avoid disappointment, check the Lane Availability Calendar below or contact the pool before you head down for a dip.

Pool Lane Availability

During normal operating hours, a number of lanes will always be available to the general public for lap swimming and dipping.  

View the Nightcliff Pool Lane Availability Calendar for the current lane bookings at Nightcliff Pool. While we attempt to keep this up to date, the calendar may not include all one-off or casual bookings. Please contact the pool directly for further information (see contact details at the top of this page).

Nightcliff Pool Lane Availability Calendar

Entry Fees

*30-Swim Cards expire after 12 months and any remaining swims will be void.

^Concession = full-time NT students, Commonwealth Health Care Card, NT Concession Scheme, DVA Gold and White Cards. Photographic ID must be presented.

FREE for spectators, and for children under 4 years when accompanied by a paying adult.

For all enquiries regarding swim passes, school swimming carnivals, social functions, swimming lessons and bookings please contact pool management directly.

For the full list of pool fees refer to the Public Swimming Pools section of the 2024-25 Fees and Charges (p93-94).

Activities

Swimming Lessons

A number of organisations provide swimming lessons for children and adults at Nightcliff Pool.

For further enquiries, please contact the pool directly (see contact details at the top of this page).

Aqua Fitness Classes

Several classes run each week. Check the Lane Availability Calendar for the current schedule, as classes change throughout the year.

These classes are run by third-party operators, and pool entry is not included in the cost of the class.

For further enquiries, please contact the pool directly (see contact details at the top of this page).

Club Training

A number of clubs currently train at Nightcliff Pool. Information on events and training sessions for clubs can be found via the links below.

Nightcliff Swimming Club

Darwin Masters

Darwin Triathlon Club

More Information 

Go to our main Pools page

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