Downer 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.
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.
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.
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
Activities
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Downer
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.
Lyneham
Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by National Hockey Centre or EPIC while you're exploring the area.
Mitchell
While Mitchell isn't home to many top sights, Wattle Park Uniting Church and Capital Region Farmers Market are some notable places to visit nearby.
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.
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.
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- More holiday ideas
- Kamberra Function Centre
- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- National Museum of Australia
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- National Gallery of Australia
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Questacon
- National Convention Centre
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Canberra Stadium
- Manuka Oval
- Civic Square
- Telstra Tower
- Old Parliament House
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Commonwealth Park
- University of Canberra
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- National Hockey Centre
- Royal Australian Mint
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Library of Australia
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Cockington Green Gardens
- High Court of Australia
- National Arboretum Canberra