Sightseeing
The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. It is widely recognised as one of the most significant museums in the world. Not just for its architectural magnificence or the millions of visitors it attracts, but because it is the soul of the nation and reveals the character of the Australian people. It is a place which will enhance your understanding of what it means to be Australian.
200 locals recommend
Australian War Memorial
Treloar Crescent (top of Anzac Parade)The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. It is widely recognised as one of the most significant museums in the world. Not just for its architectural magnificence or the millions of visitors it attracts, but because it is the soul of the nation and reveals the character of the Australian people. It is a place which will enhance your understanding of what it means to be Australian.
Stroll around Lake Burley Griffin and enjoy the national attractions, cafes and parks you’ll find along the way. Do as the locals do and do the ‘bridge to bridge’ walk (Commonwealth Bridge to Kings Avenue Bridge), then make your way to Commonwealth Park, the home of Floriade in spring, but perfect for visiting at any time of year.
123 locals recommend
Lake Burley Griffin
Flynn DriveStroll around Lake Burley Griffin and enjoy the national attractions, cafes and parks you’ll find along the way. Do as the locals do and do the ‘bridge to bridge’ walk (Commonwealth Bridge to Kings Avenue Bridge), then make your way to Commonwealth Park, the home of Floriade in spring, but perfect for visiting at any time of year.
The National Arboretum Canberra is a mosaic of living forests and gardens offering breathtaking views, unique experiences, and a world-class entertainment and events hub including the award-winning Margaret Whitlam Pavilion and the popular Village Centre.
With over 44,000 rare and endangered trees across a 250-hectare site, the Arboretum is a place of beauty, conservation, science research, education, tourism and recreation
131 locals recommend
National Arboretum Canberra
Forest DriveThe National Arboretum Canberra is a mosaic of living forests and gardens offering breathtaking views, unique experiences, and a world-class entertainment and events hub including the award-winning Margaret Whitlam Pavilion and the popular Village Centre.
With over 44,000 rare and endangered trees across a 250-hectare site, the Arboretum is a place of beauty, conservation, science research, education, tourism and recreation
The National Gallery of Australia, formerly the Australian National Gallery, is the national art museum of Australia as well as one of the largest art museums in Australia, holding more than 166,000 works of art.
206 locals recommend
National Gallery of Australia
Parkes Place EastThe National Gallery of Australia, formerly the Australian National Gallery, is the national art museum of Australia as well as one of the largest art museums in Australia, holding more than 166,000 works of art.
The National Museum of Australia, preserves and interprets Australia's social history, exploring the key issues, people and events that have shaped the nation.
The museum profiles 50,000 years of Indigenous heritage, settlement since 1788 and key events including Federation and the Sydney 2000 Olympics. The museum holds the world's largest collection of Aboriginal bark paintings and stone tools, the heart of champion racehorse Phar Lap and the Holden prototype No. 1 car. The museum also develops and travels exhibitions on subjects ranging from bushrangers to surf lifesaving.
187 locals recommend
National Museum of Australia
Lawson CrescentThe National Museum of Australia, preserves and interprets Australia's social history, exploring the key issues, people and events that have shaped the nation.
The museum profiles 50,000 years of Indigenous heritage, settlement since 1788 and key events including Federation and the Sydney 2000 Olympics. The museum holds the world's largest collection of Aboriginal bark paintings and stone tools, the heart of champion racehorse Phar Lap and the Holden prototype No. 1 car. The museum also develops and travels exhibitions on subjects ranging from bushrangers to surf lifesaving.
Questacon – is an interactive science communication facility. It is a museum with more than 200 interactive exhibits relating to science and technology. It has many science programs that are intended to inspire the children of Australia to love science. Complimenting the main museum, Questacon Science Circus is an outreach program and is the most extensive science outreach program of its kind in the world. Each year, the Science Circus engages with more than 100,000 people, travels 25,000 kilometers, runs professional development courses for 600 teachers and visits about 30 remote aboriginal communities as well as hospitals, nursing homes and special schools
145 locals recommend
Questacon - National Science and Technology Centre
King Edward TerraceQuestacon – is an interactive science communication facility. It is a museum with more than 200 interactive exhibits relating to science and technology. It has many science programs that are intended to inspire the children of Australia to love science. Complimenting the main museum, Questacon Science Circus is an outreach program and is the most extensive science outreach program of its kind in the world. Each year, the Science Circus engages with more than 100,000 people, travels 25,000 kilometers, runs professional development courses for 600 teachers and visits about 30 remote aboriginal communities as well as hospitals, nursing homes and special schools
The National Zoo and Aquarium is a privately owned 19-hectare zoo and aquarium in the Australian capital city of Canberra. It is located in Yarralumla at the western end of Lake Burley Griffin, next to Scrivener Dam
90 locals recommend
National Zoo and Aquarium
999 Lady Denman DrThe National Zoo and Aquarium is a privately owned 19-hectare zoo and aquarium in the Australian capital city of Canberra. It is located in Yarralumla at the western end of Lake Burley Griffin, next to Scrivener Dam
A sight and sound show after a few days of rain
If you are driving along Lady Denman Drive on the edge of Lake Burley Griffin, you pass over a bridge with a dam underneath. This is Scrivener Dam, which usually sits quietly minding its own business until Canberra gets a few days of rain, the flaps are opened and the dam comes to life...
Scrivener Dam lookout
Lady Denman DriveA sight and sound show after a few days of rain
If you are driving along Lady Denman Drive on the edge of Lake Burley Griffin, you pass over a bridge with a dam underneath. This is Scrivener Dam, which usually sits quietly minding its own business until Canberra gets a few days of rain, the flaps are opened and the dam comes to life...
Canberra Glassworks is an Australian gallery in Canberra and glass art studio open to the general public to view the glass artists working. It is the largest dedicated glass studio facility in Australia
21 locals recommend
Canberra Glassworks
11 Wentworth AveCanberra Glassworks is an Australian gallery in Canberra and glass art studio open to the general public to view the glass artists working. It is the largest dedicated glass studio facility in Australia
Canberra's water front precinct packed with lively bars, cool cafes, vibrant restaurants, coffee shops and more. The Kingston Foreshore, on Lake Burley Griffin, is such a destination. It’s Canberra’s only urban waterside community, just four kilometres or so from the city and close to the Parliamentary Triangle.
22 locals recommend
Kingston on the Foreshore
33 Eastlake ParadeCanberra's water front precinct packed with lively bars, cool cafes, vibrant restaurants, coffee shops and more. The Kingston Foreshore, on Lake Burley Griffin, is such a destination. It’s Canberra’s only urban waterside community, just four kilometres or so from the city and close to the Parliamentary Triangle.
Food scene
This sleek Japanese bar and restaurant will feature a traditional robata grill which producing beautiful seafood, meat and vegetable dishes. Expect artisitic plates of sashimi, nigiri and maki rolls from the open plan kitchen.
25 locals recommend
Raku Japanese Restaurant
148 Bunda StThis sleek Japanese bar and restaurant will feature a traditional robata grill which producing beautiful seafood, meat and vegetable dishes. Expect artisitic plates of sashimi, nigiri and maki rolls from the open plan kitchen.
Here is a good little link with some great reviews on Canberra's best Restaurants.
24 locals recommend
Canberra
Here is a good little link with some great reviews on Canberra's best Restaurants.
On of many Italian restaurants in Canberra, Molto is a great place to sample the wonder and endless variety of one of the world's great cuisines.
11 locals recommend
Molto Italian
43 Eastlake ParadeOn of many Italian restaurants in Canberra, Molto is a great place to sample the wonder and endless variety of one of the world's great cuisines.
Supabarn is an independent supermarket chain focussed on quality, price and service. We endeavour to buy for our customers the freshest produce, meats and deli products at exceptional prices.
Address: Shop 300/34-38 Eyre St, Kingston ACT 2604
Hours:
Monday:7am–10pm
Tuesday:7am–10pm
Wednesday:7am–10pm
Thursday:7am–10pm
Friday:7am–10pm
Saturday:7am–10pm
Sunday:7am–10pm
Supabarn Express
38 Eyre StSupabarn is an independent supermarket chain focussed on quality, price and service. We endeavour to buy for our customers the freshest produce, meats and deli products at exceptional prices.
Address: Shop 300/34-38 Eyre St, Kingston ACT 2604
Hours:
Monday:7am–10pm
Tuesday:7am–10pm
Wednesday:7am–10pm
Thursday:7am–10pm
Friday:7am–10pm
Saturday:7am–10pm
Sunday:7am–10pm
Traveler advice
Getting around
Get around Canberra on two wheels, four wheels or no wheels
Buses and light rail:
For cost-effective and easy public transport.
Red Explorer Loop Bus: Hop on and off at key attractions with the Red Explorer Loop Bus
E-scooter:
Hiring an e-scooter is a great way to get around the city and surrounds.
Cycle:
Canberra is known as the cycling capital, with its fine network of cycle paths and off-road mountain bike trails. Hire a bike and enjoy the scenic side of Canberra on two wheels.
Hiring a car:
Not to worry, there are many options for car hire. Most major national car rental companies have offices located in the city and at Canberra Airport.