Canberra

Top Places to Visit

Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial

Treloar Crescent, Canberra 2601, Australia
Phone: 61 (02) 6243 4211

The Australian War Memorial is one of the world's great museums. It is also the premier archive and centre for research into the history of Australian ... more

National Gallery Of Australia

National Gallery Of Australia

Parkes Pl, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
Phone: 61 02 6240 6411

The Gallery will also present a touring exhibition Federation to Federal Capital 1900-1913 that will bring together major works by iconic Australian artists ... more

Questacon

Questacon

King Edward Terrace, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
Phone: 61 2 6270 2800

Questacon - the National Science and Technology Centre, is located on the southern shore of Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia. It is a large centre ... more

US$ 10 average cost 8 wishlists
Lake Burley Griffin

Lake Burley Griffin

Lake Burley Griffin Acton ACT 2601 , Canberra
Phone: 1300 554 114

Spend time on or around beautiful Lake Burley Griffin in central Canberra. The lake covers 664 hectares with a shoreline of 40.5 kilometres, so you have plenty ... more

National Portrait Gallery

National Portrait Gallery

King Edward Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600 GPO Box 1400, CANBERRA ACT 2601 , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6102 7000

See the portraits of over 400 people who've shaped the nation at the National Portrait Gallery. Be amazed at the works of art reflecting Australia's history, ... more

Mount Ainslie Lookout

Mount Ainslie Lookout

Mount Ainslie Drive, Canberra 2602, Australia
Phone: 13 22 81

Mount Ainslie for sensational 360 degree scenic views across the city and surrounding country of the Australian Capital Territory. Mount Ainslie marks the ... more

Australian National Botanic Gardens

Australian National Botanic Gardens

Clunies Ross St. (at Black Mountain Dr.), Canberra ACT 2601
Phone: +61 2 6250 9540

Indulge yourself and escape from the city in this beautiful national collection of Australian plants at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Offering a ... more

Mount Ainslie

Mount Ainslie

Mt Ainslie Dr, Majura ACT 2609, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 61 13 22 81

Rising up behind the Australian War Memorial in Canberra is Mount Ainslie. At its peak is Mount Ainslie Lookout which offers a beautiful view of the Nation's ... more

National Museum Of Australia

National Museum Of Australia

National Museum of AustraLawson Crescent | Acton Peninsula, Canberra 2...
Phone: (02) 6208 5000

National Museum of Australia is a social history museum. It explore the land, nation and people of Australia. They focus on Indigenous histories and cultures, ... more

US$ 5 average cost
Old Parliament House Gardens

Old Parliament House Gardens

18 King George Terrace, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia , Canberra
Phone: +61 02 6272 2900

These gardens offer a pleasant, rose filled place to pause in the heart of the Parliamentary Zone. Located on either side of Old Parliament House are the House ... more

Namadgi National Park

Namadgi National Park

Naas Road, Canberra, Australia
Phone: +61 02 6207 2900

Namadgi is the Aboriginal word for the mountains south-west of Canberra. The park was declared in 1984 and has an area of 106,095 hectares, making up 46 per ... more

Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex

Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex

421 Discovery Drive | Tidbinbilla, Canberra 2609, Australia
Phone: (02) 6201 7800

As part of NASA's Deep Space Network, they provide the vital two-way radio link with dozens of robotic spacecraft exploring the Solar System and beyond. Just a ... more

National Film And Sound Archive

National Film And Sound Archive

McCoy Circuit, Acton ACT 2601, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6248 2000

The National Film and Sound Archive is Australia's living archive, capturing a part of Australia's memory that can actually be experienced in 'living' vision ... more

Black Mountain Tower

Black Mountain Tower

100 Black Mountain Dr, Acton ACT 2600, Australia , Canberra
Phone: +61 2 6219 6111

This functional communications tower rises 195 m above the summit of Black Mountain, providing 360 degree views of Canberra and the countryside around it from a... more

US$ 5 average cost
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve

Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve

Tidbinbilla Ring Rd, Paddys River ACT 2620, Australia , Canberra
Phone: +61 2 6205 1233

Tidbinbilla offers outstanding wildlife viewing, bushwalking, great BBQ spots and fun for kids on the Discovery Playground. The nature reserve borders Namadgi ... more

US$ 20 average cost

National Dinosaur Museum

Cnr Gold Creek Road and Barton Highway, , 2913 , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6230 2655

Discover how dinosaurs evolved and interacted amid skeletons, life-like models, and moving robotic dinosaurs. Exhibits trace earth's dynamic geological history ... more

Commonwealth Park

Commonwealth Park

Parkes, , 2600 , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6272 2902

Take a walk or have a picnic on the lawns in this beautifully landscaped park in the city, right on the edge of Lake Burley Griffin. You'll find interesting ... more

Royal Australian Mint

Royal Australian Mint

Denison Street, , 2600 , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6202 6999

The Royal Australian Mint is one of Canberra's real gems. See where every coin in the pockets of millions of Aussies is originally made. Check out the coin ... more

The National Arboretum Canberra

The National Arboretum Canberra

Tuggeranong Pkwy, Weston Creek ACT 2611, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 61 13 22 81

The National Arboretum is Canberra's newest attraction. It's a living museum, entertainment facility and events venue offering a unique visitor experience. Set ... more

Big Splash Waterpark

Big Splash Waterpark

1 Catchpole Street, Canberra 2004, Australia
Phone: 61 (0)2 6251 1144

Big Splash for a full day of fun & frolic for the whole family. Let your family experience the true meaning of extreme fun, excitement and comfort in a safe ... more

US$ 25 average cost
Scope Mount Stromlo

Scope Mount Stromlo

Mt Stromlo Rd, Stromlo ACT 2611, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6162 2388

Scope Mount Stromlo affords visitors sweeping views of the Brindabella Ranges, with floor to ceiling windows framing a 180 degree view - from the Cotter Dam ... more

US$ 17 average cost
Canberra Glassworks

Canberra Glassworks

11 Wentworth Avenue, Kingston Foreshore, 2604 , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6260 7005

See professional glass artists at work. Make your own glass paperweight, bird or bauble in the Hotshop. Take introductory glass courses from the experts and see... more

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National Zoo & Aquarium

National Zoo & Aquarium

Scrivener Dam, Lady Denman Drive, , 2600 , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6287 8400

Australia's only combined Zoo and Aquarium is privately owned and situated just five minutes from the centre of Canberra. The National Zoo and Aquarium gives ... more

Floriade

Floriade

Commonwealth Park , Commonwealth Avenue Acton ACT 2601 , Canberra
Phone: 1300 727 655

Floriade is a flower and entertainment festival held annually in Canberra's Commonwealth Park featuring extensive displays of flowering bulbs with integrated ... more

National Carillon

National Carillon

Aspen Island, Wendouree Drive, Kings Park, , 2600 , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6272 2902

The National Carillon is a striking 50 metre tall architectural landmark. It is also an impressive musical instrument with 55 bronze bells, each weighing ... more

Top Places to Eat

Courgette Restaurant

Courgette Restaurant

54 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra 2600, Australia
Phone: 61 2 6247 4042

Courgette Restaurant is one of Canberra's most gorgeous restaurants. This is the ideal choice for an occasion that requires everything to be perfect.

US$ 72 average cost
Sage

Sage

Gorman House Arts Centre | Batman Street Braddon, Canberra 2612, Austr...
Phone: 61 02 6249 6050

The Sage & Mint staff are involved with food production from paddock to plate with the intention of establishing a real connection and passion for the food and ... more

US$ 40 average cost
Aubergine Restaurant

Aubergine Restaurant

18 Barker Street, Canberra 2603, Australia
Phone: 02 6260 8666

Aubergine Restaurant is is a place for everyone who is looking for mouth watering delights. Treat your taste buds with the exquisite delicacies right in ...

US$ 40 average cost
Ottoman Cuisine Restaurant

Ottoman Cuisine Restaurant

Blackall Street, Canberra 2600, Australia
Phone: (02) 6273 6111

The menu and quality of food are very consistent. The food are fresh and very tasty. It has great atmosphere. Lunch timings is noon to 14.30 Tuesday to ...

US$ 29 average cost
Ethiopia Down Under

Ethiopia Down Under

1/70 Hodgson Crescent, Pearce ACT 2607, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 61 2 6286 1659

Ethiopian food is spicy and hot - but not hot! This may seem like a contradiction but Ethiopian food is a unique cuisine with spices that emphasise flavour and ... more

US$ 18 average cost
Curry House

Curry House

Store 197, Level 3, Westfield Belconnen Mall, Canberra 2617, Australia
Phone: 02 6251 4849

Curry House restaurant is to focus on something they do really well in Curries. Any two curry dishes and rice for takeaway or eat-in. Curry choices include pork... more

US$ 13 average cost
The Artisan Restaurant

The Artisan Restaurant

16 Iluka St, Narrabundah ACT 2604, Australia , Canberra
Phone: +61 2 6232 6482

Artisan is a small operation working really hard to look after its customers and hit the high notes in its food. It gets there enough of the time to leave you ... more

US$ 95 average cost
Rubicon

Rubicon

6A Barker Street, Canberra 2603, Australia
Phone: 61 02 6295 9919

Rubicon has a loyal following for its fine food, comprehensive wine list and friendly, knowledgeable service. The owner presents a contemporary European menu ... more

US$ 35 average cost
Lanterne Rooms

Lanterne Rooms

3 Blamey Pl, Campbell ACT 2612, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 61 02 6249 6889

Lanterne Rooms restaurant is located in the Campbell shops. It has an Asian warehouse look with Vietnamese-style lanterns in the main dining room and louvred ... more

US$ 22 average cost 41 wishlists
Chong Co Thai Restaurant & Bar

Chong Co Thai Restaurant & Bar

Chong Co Thai Restaurant & Bar Kingston , Canberra
Phone: 02 6162 0200

Chong Co Enterprise built its reputation on Authentic Thai cuisine through 15 years of industry experience. Success stories which include restaurant store ... more

US$ 10 average cost 70 wishlists
Kingsland Vegetarian Restaurant

Kingsland Vegetarian Restaurant

Dickson Plaza, 28 Challis Street | Dickson, Canberra 2602, Australia
Phone: +61 2 6262 9350

Excellent Chinese food and very friendly service at a very reasonable price. A great range of curries and some innovative Chinese Cuisine. It is a very good ... more

US$ 6 average cost 30 wishlists
Simply Pho

Simply Pho

33 Hibberson Street Gungahlin, ACT 02912 , Canberra
Phone: 02 6242 6577

A casual relaxed Vietnamese eatery serving only Vietnam's famous traditional street foods. With a simple menu, the meals are prepared and served to its very ...

US$ 12 average cost 30 wishlists
Lonsdale St. Roasters

Lonsdale St. Roasters

3/7 Lonsdale St, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 61 2 6156 0975

Lonsdale Street Roasters incorporates top class on site coffee roasting, wholesale and retail of coffee beans. The shop hosts an espresso bar and cafe serving ... more

US$ 16 average cost 3 wishlists
Trevs

Trevs

20 Challis Street | Dickson, Canberra 2602, Australia
Phone: 61262572355

Trevs@Dickson is a friendly restaurant and cafe to grab a tasty bite to eat. Whether you pop in for a coffee, lunch or dinner with your friends, the welcoming ... more

US$ 38 average cost 31 wishlists
Morks

Morks

18/19 Eastlake Parade, Canberra ACT 2615, Australia
Phone: 61 2 6295 0112

Morks Restaurant is Opened in September 2008. Mission is to create original, passionate and delicious Thai food, but most importantly bring back the ... more

US$ 17 average cost 20 wishlists
Maestral Mediterranean Seafood Restaurant

Maestral Mediterranean Seafood Restaurant

13 Trennery Street, Canberra 2611, Australia
Phone: 02 6287 3930

At Maestral they offer an award winning cuisine in a friendly atmosphere. The cuisine at Maestral reflects Croatia's heritage, with influences from neighbouring... more

US$ 39 average cost 8 wishlists
Bollywood Masala

Bollywood Masala

Shop 69, 12 Challis St, Dickson ACT 2602, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 0262577333

Bollywood Masala is a brightly decorated Indian restaurant in Dickson. It is more upmarket than a regular Indian take away place, with stylish decor and a ... more

US$ 19 average cost 61 wishlists
Koko Black

Koko Black

Bunda Street Canberra ACT 2600
Phone: 61 2 6230 4040

Koko Black is a Warm and tasty Chocolate shop .A innovative and interesting Hot Chocolate and Drink Menu. Join some of Australia's finest minds and enjoy some... more

US$ 3 average cost
Pho Phu Quoc

Pho Phu Quoc

4/6 Cape St., btwn Woolley & Badham, 2602 , Canberra
Phone: 61 2 6249 6662

Pho Phu Quoc Vietnamese restaurant is modest in appearance, with simple settings and plastic palms, but the authentic food is well reputed for its good quality ... more

US$ 14 average cost 91 wishlists
Turkish Pide House

Turkish Pide House

16 Moore St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Phone: 61 2 6249 8800

Discover the exquisite delight of Turkey at the Woden Turkish Pide House. Enjoy the turkish hospitality and ambience with our specially designed banquats ... more

US$ 13 average cost 88 wishlists
Abell's Kopi Tiam

Abell's Kopi Tiam

7 Furneaux St, Canberra 2603, Australia
Phone: (02) 6239 4199

Abell's Kopi Tiam is constantly abuzz and often full to capacity, having earned itself a loyal following of locals, pollies and journos in recent years. The ... more

US$ 4 average cost 64 wishlists
Loading Zone

Loading Zone

22 Odgers Lane, Melbourne Building Canberra, Australian Capital Territ...
Phone: 61732627358

Airy, open and with a true green feel. It is the perfect place to wind down after a long day at work or to host a party to impress. The large, bright terrace ... more

US$ 15 average cost
Punjabi Hut

Punjabi Hut

Canberra - Erindale Shop 3B/ 38 Gartside St. Waniassa. -ACT 2903, Can...
Phone: (02) 6296 1088

Punjabi hut Indian restaurant located in Queanbeyan and now also in Erindale and Manuka provides a fresh and exciting flavour of Indian food and takeaway since ... more

US$ 32 average cost 35 wishlists
Camellia Restaurant

Camellia Restaurant

Franklin St, ACT 2603, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 02 6295 2756

We welcome you to come and enjoy the combination of traditional Sri Lankan and modern Australian food cooked in diverse culinary techniques. Our traditional ... more

US$ 34 average cost
The Chairman And Yip

The Chairman And Yip

108 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Phone: 61 02 6248 7109

The Chairman and Yip has become a culinary institution in Canberra, having served its excellent Asian-fusion cuisine since 1992. This long-standing restaurant ... more

US$ 16 average cost

Top Shopping Places

Canberra Centre

Canberra Centre

Bunda St. (btwn Akuna & Genge), Canberra City ACT 2601
Phone: +61 2 6247 5611

Canberra Center is the ultimate fashion destination at the heart of Canberra's CBD, offering a sophisticated and unique shopping experience.

Manuka And Kingston

Manuka And Kingston

Manuka and Kingston, Canberra,Australia
Phone: Not available

Manuka and Kingston are shopping centers five minutes away from each other. Aside from the usual merchandise of clothing and everyday needs, Manuka and Kingston... more

Lonsdale Street Traders

Lonsdale Street Traders

27 Lonsdale St. (btwn Girrahween & Elouera), Braddon, ACT 2612 , Canberra
Phone: 61 407 283 218

Warehouse space -eclectic selection of independant small businesses including fashion, homewares, art, florist, cafe and hairdresser.

Majura Park Shopping Centre

Majura Park Shopping Centre

18-26 Spitfire Ave, Canberra Airport ACT 2609
Phone: 61 2 6275 2252

Majura Park Shopping Centre is a big-box type shopping centre developed by Canberra Airport as part of the Majura Park precinct. The shopping centre, which ... more

Pialligo

Pialligo

Beltana Road Pialligo ACT 2609 , Canberra
Phone: 1300 554 114

Discover a little pocket of country life near Canberra International Airport. Pialligo has many treasures for you. Stroll through the many gift shops and garden... more

Top Places for Nightlife

Cube Nightclub

Cube Nightclub

33 Petrie Plaza, City ACT 2601, Australia , Canberra
Phone: +61 2 6257 1110

A night out at Cube Nightclub is guaranteed to be interesting. Cube has an 'anything goes' type of vibe and when you go there you really could see anything. The... more

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Top Activity Places

Canberra Karting

Canberra Karting

Pialligo Ave, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Phone: 61 2 6297 1594

This is a page run by a dedicated team of kart racers in Canberra with a common interest of go kart racing. Our objective is to promote karting in Australia and... more

Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight

Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight

7 Irving St, Phillip ACT 2606, Australia , Canberra
Phone: 61 2 6285 1540

Balloon Aloft has been conducting flights over Canberra for 25 years. (Flight Pricing) We established commercial ballooning in Canberra and also instigated the ... more

US$ 360 average cost
Delta Force Paintball - Canberra

Delta Force Paintball - Canberra

Cnr Monaro Highway & Old Tuggeranong Road, Greenway ACT 2900, Australi... , Canberra
Phone: 61 1300 981 437

Welcome to Delta Force Paintball - Australia's Largest Paintball Provider. Gone are the days of playing behind trees, hay bales and wooden pallets. Incredible ... more

US$ 10 average cost
Bushwalking At Namadgi National Park

Bushwalking At Namadgi National Park

Tharwa ACT 2620, Australia , Canberra
Phone: +61 2 6207 2900

Head to Namadgi National Park, around 45 minutes out of the city centre by car, for bushwalks to accommodate all skill levels. Camp overnight, or pay a day ... more

Snow Play At Mt Selwyn

Snow Play At Mt Selwyn

Snow play at Mt Selwyn, Canberra,Australia
Phone: Not available

When the weather's chilly there are myriad snowy locations within driving distance, but it's important to keep an eye on road closures. Mt Selwyn is a nicely ... more

Caving At Wee Jasper Caves

Caving At Wee Jasper Caves

Caving at Wee Jasper Caves,Canberra,Australia
Phone: Not available

The artificial lake, around which Canberra lies, literally can't be missed - simply because it's so huge, covering 664ha. Festivals and events take place around... more

Kayak On Lake Burley Griffin

Kayak On Lake Burley Griffin

Kayak on Lake Burley Griffin,Canberra, Australia
Phone: 02 6257 1068

Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra's large man-made lake was constructed in 1963 and is located right in the centre of Canberra city. It is an ideal place to ... more

Mountain Biking At Mt Stromlo

Mountain Biking At Mt Stromlo

Canberra,Australia
Phone: Not available

Canberra is said to boast some of the best mountain biking in the world, and Mt Stromlo is a unanimous highlight. Though the 2003 bushfires have decimated some ... more

Fishing At Googong Dam

Fishing At Googong Dam

Canberra ,Australia
Phone: Not available

Googong Dam is the largest dam in the region and a top notch fishing spot. Fuel-powered boats are not permitted on the lake, but sail- and electricity-powered ... more

Go Wine Tasting

Go Wine Tasting

Canberra, Australia
Phone: Not Available

Wine tasting is the sensory examination and evaluation of wine. While the practice of wine tasting is as ancient as its production, a more formalized ... more