Ainslie Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
National Gallery of Australia
Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
Lake Burley Griffin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.
Activities
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Indulgence Wine Tasting with Matched Elements for 2 - Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Ainslie
Dickson
Uncover some of the top draws of Dickson like its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by National Hockey Centre or Netball ACT.
Braddon
Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Braddon. Make a stop by top sights like Canberra Contemporary Art Space while you're exploring the area.
Lyneham
Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre while you're exploring the area.
Northern Canberra
Northern Canberra is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Canberra Museum and Gallery and Civic Square, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Canberra.
Canberra City Centre
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Canberra City Centre. A stop by Canberra Museum and Gallery or Canberra Theatre Centre might round out your trip.
Bruce
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.
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- More holiday ideas
- Corroboree Park
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Gallery of Australia
- Questacon
- National Museum of Australia
- Manuka Oval
- University of Canberra
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Convention Centre
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Canberra Stadium
- Civic Square
- Royal Australian Mint
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Old Parliament House
- Telstra Tower
- Commonwealth Park
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- National Capital Exhibition
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Library of Australia
- National Hockey Centre
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Cockington Green Gardens