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East Point Gun Turret – Gun Emplacement 2
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Best Time
May-Sep
Entry Fee
Free
Drive Time
5 min
Access
All vehicles
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East Point Gun Turret is a historical site in the tropical capital of the Northern Territory, known for its multicultural food scene, stunning sunsets over the Timor Sea, and proximity to world-class national parks. The Territory's history spans 65,000 years of Aboriginal culture, European exploration, WWII military operations, and the resilience of frontier communities. just 7km from Darwin.
58Worth it
Explorer Verdict
Solid spot — worth a stop if you're nearby.
Best for
History buffs, family education stops
Skip if
You only have time for natural attractions
Time needed
30-60 min
Best season
May-Sep
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Getting There
Distance from Darwin7km
Drive Time5 min
4WD RequiredNo
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Safety Warnings
• Check conditions before visiting
Distance
7km from Darwin
Drive Time
5 min
Best Season
May-Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
Safety Warnings
• Check conditions before visiting
Distance
7km from Darwin
Drive Time
5 min
Best Season
May-Sep
Rating
No reviews yet
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Sun & light times
East Point Gun Turret – Gun Emplacement 2 · ACST
Sunrise
06:06
Sunset
17:58
Day length11h 51m
Golden Hour AM
06:06 – 06:35
Golden Hour PM
17:29 – 17:58
Blue Hour AM
05:45 – 06:06
Blue Hour PM
17:58 – 18:19
Calculated with NOAA solar algorithm. Times are sun centre at the horizon (refraction-corrected).
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