Garran Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
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
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
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Other neighbourhoods around Garran
Phillip
Uncover some of the top draws of Phillip like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Canberra Nature Park or Royal Australian Mint.
Deakin
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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.
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town.
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.
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- More holiday ideas
- Canberra Hospital
- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Gallery of Australia
- Questacon
- Canberra Stadium
- Manuka Oval
- Lake Burley Griffin
- University of Canberra
- National Convention Centre
- National Museum of Australia
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Commonwealth Park
- Old Parliament House
- Civic Square
- Telstra Tower
- Albert Hall
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Arboretum Canberra
- National Archives of Australia
- Mount Stromlo Observatory
- Royal Australian Mint