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.
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.
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.
Activities
Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
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Other neighbourhoods around City East
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.
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.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or Questacon.
Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Canberra Baptist Church while you're in town.
Capital Hill
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Capital Hill. A stop by Parliament House or National Archives of Australia might round out your trip.
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- Canberra Centre
- National Convention Centre
- Civic Square
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- Glebe Park
- Canberra Merry-Go-Round
- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Australian War Memorial
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Canberra Hospital
- National Gallery of Australia
- Questacon
- Manuka Oval
- Canberra Stadium
- Lake Burley Griffin
- University of Canberra
- National Museum of Australia
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Commonwealth Park
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Old Parliament House
- Telstra Tower
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Albert Hall
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Cockington Green Gardens
- National Arboretum Canberra
- National Archives of Australia