Molonglo 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
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure
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Other neighbourhoods around Molonglo
Yarralumla
Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Royal Canberra Golf Club or Lake Burley Griffin while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Bargang while you're exploring the area.
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.
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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- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- Kosciuszko National Park
- National Gallery of Australia
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Questacon
- Manuka Oval
- Canberra Stadium
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Australian Institute of Sport
- University of Canberra
- National Convention Centre
- National Museum of Australia
- Telstra Tower
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Old Parliament House
- Commonwealth Park
- Civic Square
- Albert Hall
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- Cockington Green Gardens
- National Archives of Australia
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Mount Stromlo Observatory