Canberra
Top Places to Visit
Australian War Memorial
Phone: 61 (02) 6243 4211
The Australian War Memorial is one of the world's great museums. It is also the premier archive and centre for research into the history of Australian ... more
National Gallery Of Australia
Phone: 61 02 6240 6411
The Gallery will also present a touring exhibition Federation to Federal Capital 1900-1913 that will bring together major works by iconic Australian artists ... more
Lake Burley Griffin
Phone: 1300 554 114
Spend time on or around beautiful Lake Burley Griffin in central Canberra. The lake covers 664 hectares with a shoreline of 40.5 kilometres, so you have plenty ... more
National Portrait Gallery
Phone: 61 02 6102 7000
See the portraits of over 400 people who've shaped the nation at the National Portrait Gallery. Be amazed at the works of art reflecting Australia's history, ... more
Mount Ainslie Lookout
Phone: 13 22 81
Mount Ainslie for sensational 360 degree scenic views across the city and surrounding country of the Australian Capital Territory. Mount Ainslie marks the ... more
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Phone: +61 2 6250 9540
Indulge yourself and escape from the city in this beautiful national collection of Australian plants at the Australian National Botanic Gardens. Offering a ... more
Mount Ainslie
Phone: 61 13 22 81
Rising up behind the Australian War Memorial in Canberra is Mount Ainslie. At its peak is Mount Ainslie Lookout which offers a beautiful view of the Nation's ... more
National Museum Of Australia
Phone: (02) 6208 5000
National Museum of Australia is a social history museum. It explore the land, nation and people of Australia. They focus on Indigenous histories and cultures, ... more
Old Parliament House Gardens
Phone: +61 02 6272 2900
These gardens offer a pleasant, rose filled place to pause in the heart of the Parliamentary Zone. Located on either side of Old Parliament House are the House ... more
Namadgi National Park
Phone: +61 02 6207 2900
Namadgi is the Aboriginal word for the mountains south-west of Canberra. The park was declared in 1984 and has an area of 106,095 hectares, making up 46 per ... more
Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
Phone: (02) 6201 7800
As part of NASA's Deep Space Network, they provide the vital two-way radio link with dozens of robotic spacecraft exploring the Solar System and beyond. Just a ... more
National Film And Sound Archive
Phone: 61 02 6248 2000
The National Film and Sound Archive is Australia's living archive, capturing a part of Australia's memory that can actually be experienced in 'living' vision ... more
Black Mountain Tower
Phone: +61 2 6219 6111
This functional communications tower rises 195 m above the summit of Black Mountain, providing 360 degree views of Canberra and the countryside around it from a... more
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
Phone: +61 2 6205 1233
Tidbinbilla offers outstanding wildlife viewing, bushwalking, great BBQ spots and fun for kids on the Discovery Playground. The nature reserve borders Namadgi ... more
National Dinosaur Museum
Phone: 61 02 6230 2655
Discover how dinosaurs evolved and interacted amid skeletons, life-like models, and moving robotic dinosaurs. Exhibits trace earth's dynamic geological history ... more
Commonwealth Park
Phone: 61 02 6272 2902
Take a walk or have a picnic on the lawns in this beautifully landscaped park in the city, right on the edge of Lake Burley Griffin. You'll find interesting ... more
Royal Australian Mint
Phone: 61 02 6202 6999
The Royal Australian Mint is one of Canberra's real gems. See where every coin in the pockets of millions of Aussies is originally made. Check out the coin ... more
The National Arboretum Canberra
Phone: 61 13 22 81
The National Arboretum is Canberra's newest attraction. It's a living museum, entertainment facility and events venue offering a unique visitor experience. Set ... more
Big Splash Waterpark
Phone: 61 (0)2 6251 1144
Big Splash for a full day of fun & frolic for the whole family. Let your family experience the true meaning of extreme fun, excitement and comfort in a safe ... more
Scope Mount Stromlo
Phone: 61 02 6162 2388
Scope Mount Stromlo affords visitors sweeping views of the Brindabella Ranges, with floor to ceiling windows framing a 180 degree view - from the Cotter Dam ... more
Canberra Glassworks
Phone: 61 02 6260 7005
See professional glass artists at work. Make your own glass paperweight, bird or bauble in the Hotshop. Take introductory glass courses from the experts and see... more
National Zoo & Aquarium
Phone: 61 02 6287 8400
Australia's only combined Zoo and Aquarium is privately owned and situated just five minutes from the centre of Canberra. The National Zoo and Aquarium gives ... more
National Carillon
Phone: 61 02 6272 2902
The National Carillon is a striking 50 metre tall architectural landmark. It is also an impressive musical instrument with 55 bronze bells, each weighing ... more
Top Places to Eat
Courgette Restaurant
Phone: 61 2 6247 4042
Courgette Restaurant is one of Canberra's most gorgeous restaurants. This is the ideal choice for an occasion that requires everything to be perfect.
Aubergine Restaurant
Phone: 02 6260 8666
Aubergine Restaurant is is a place for everyone who is looking for mouth watering delights. Treat your taste buds with the exquisite delicacies right in ...
Ottoman Cuisine Restaurant
Phone: (02) 6273 6111
The menu and quality of food are very consistent. The food are fresh and very tasty. It has great atmosphere. Lunch timings is noon to 14.30 Tuesday to ...
Ethiopia Down Under
Phone: 61 2 6286 1659
Ethiopian food is spicy and hot - but not hot! This may seem like a contradiction but Ethiopian food is a unique cuisine with spices that emphasise flavour and ... more
Curry House
Phone: 02 6251 4849
Curry House restaurant is to focus on something they do really well in Curries. Any two curry dishes and rice for takeaway or eat-in. Curry choices include pork... more
The Artisan Restaurant
Phone: +61 2 6232 6482
Artisan is a small operation working really hard to look after its customers and hit the high notes in its food. It gets there enough of the time to leave you ... more
Lanterne Rooms
Phone: 61 02 6249 6889
Lanterne Rooms restaurant is located in the Campbell shops. It has an Asian warehouse look with Vietnamese-style lanterns in the main dining room and louvred ... more
Chong Co Thai Restaurant & Bar
Phone: 02 6162 0200
Chong Co Enterprise built its reputation on Authentic Thai cuisine through 15 years of industry experience. Success stories which include restaurant store ... more
Kingsland Vegetarian Restaurant
Phone: +61 2 6262 9350
Excellent Chinese food and very friendly service at a very reasonable price. A great range of curries and some innovative Chinese Cuisine. It is a very good ... more
Simply Pho
Phone: 02 6242 6577
A casual relaxed Vietnamese eatery serving only Vietnam's famous traditional street foods. With a simple menu, the meals are prepared and served to its very ...
Lonsdale St. Roasters
Phone: 61 2 6156 0975
Lonsdale Street Roasters incorporates top class on site coffee roasting, wholesale and retail of coffee beans. The shop hosts an espresso bar and cafe serving ... more
Maestral Mediterranean Seafood Restaurant
Phone: 02 6287 3930
At Maestral they offer an award winning cuisine in a friendly atmosphere. The cuisine at Maestral reflects Croatia's heritage, with influences from neighbouring... more
Bollywood Masala
Phone: 0262577333
Bollywood Masala is a brightly decorated Indian restaurant in Dickson. It is more upmarket than a regular Indian take away place, with stylish decor and a ... more
Koko Black
Phone: 61 2 6230 4040
Koko Black is a Warm and tasty Chocolate shop .A innovative and interesting Hot Chocolate and Drink Menu. Join some of Australia's finest minds and enjoy some... more
Pho Phu Quoc
Phone: 61 2 6249 6662
Pho Phu Quoc Vietnamese restaurant is modest in appearance, with simple settings and plastic palms, but the authentic food is well reputed for its good quality ... more
Turkish Pide House
Phone: 61 2 6249 8800
Discover the exquisite delight of Turkey at the Woden Turkish Pide House. Enjoy the turkish hospitality and ambience with our specially designed banquats ... more
Abell's Kopi Tiam
Phone: (02) 6239 4199
Abell's Kopi Tiam is constantly abuzz and often full to capacity, having earned itself a loyal following of locals, pollies and journos in recent years. The ... more
Loading Zone
Phone: 61732627358
Airy, open and with a true green feel. It is the perfect place to wind down after a long day at work or to host a party to impress. The large, bright terrace ... more
Punjabi Hut
Phone: (02) 6296 1088
Punjabi hut Indian restaurant located in Queanbeyan and now also in Erindale and Manuka provides a fresh and exciting flavour of Indian food and takeaway since ... more
Camellia Restaurant
Phone: 02 6295 2756
We welcome you to come and enjoy the combination of traditional Sri Lankan and modern Australian food cooked in diverse culinary techniques. Our traditional ... more
The Chairman And Yip
Phone: 61 02 6248 7109
The Chairman and Yip has become a culinary institution in Canberra, having served its excellent Asian-fusion cuisine since 1992. This long-standing restaurant ... more
Top Shopping Places
Canberra Centre
Phone: +61 2 6247 5611
Canberra Center is the ultimate fashion destination at the heart of Canberra's CBD, offering a sophisticated and unique shopping experience.
Manuka And Kingston
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Manuka and Kingston are shopping centers five minutes away from each other. Aside from the usual merchandise of clothing and everyday needs, Manuka and Kingston... more
Lonsdale Street Traders
Phone: 61 407 283 218
Warehouse space -eclectic selection of independant small businesses including fashion, homewares, art, florist, cafe and hairdresser.
Majura Park Shopping Centre
Phone: 61 2 6275 2252
Majura Park Shopping Centre is a big-box type shopping centre developed by Canberra Airport as part of the Majura Park precinct. The shopping centre, which ... more
Top Places for Nightlife
Cube Nightclub
Phone: +61 2 6257 1110
A night out at Cube Nightclub is guaranteed to be interesting. Cube has an 'anything goes' type of vibe and when you go there you really could see anything. The... more
Top Activity Places
Canberra Karting
Phone: 61 2 6297 1594
This is a page run by a dedicated team of kart racers in Canberra with a common interest of go kart racing. Our objective is to promote karting in Australia and... more
Canberra Hot Air Balloon Flight
Phone: 61 2 6285 1540
Balloon Aloft has been conducting flights over Canberra for 25 years. (Flight Pricing) We established commercial ballooning in Canberra and also instigated the ... more
Delta Force Paintball - Canberra
Phone: 61 1300 981 437
Welcome to Delta Force Paintball - Australia's Largest Paintball Provider. Gone are the days of playing behind trees, hay bales and wooden pallets. Incredible ... more
Segway Tour Around Lake Burley Griffin
Phone: Not available
The Segway may not fit the criteria of physical exertion, but the two-wheeled motorised platform, strangely reminiscent of a lawnmower, is a fun, gimmicky way ... more
Bushwalking At Namadgi National Park
Phone: +61 2 6207 2900
Head to Namadgi National Park, around 45 minutes out of the city centre by car, for bushwalks to accommodate all skill levels. Camp overnight, or pay a day ... more
Birdwatching/walking At Jerrabomberra Wetlands
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A prime example of the accessibility of Canberra's attractions is the man-made Jerrabomberra Wetlands, happily situated on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. A ... more
Snow Play At Mt Selwyn
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When the weather's chilly there are myriad snowy locations within driving distance, but it's important to keep an eye on road closures. Mt Selwyn is a nicely ... more
Caving At Wee Jasper Caves
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The artificial lake, around which Canberra lies, literally can't be missed - simply because it's so huge, covering 664ha. Festivals and events take place around... more
Kayak On Lake Burley Griffin
Phone: 02 6257 1068
Lake Burley Griffin, Canberra's large man-made lake was constructed in 1963 and is located right in the centre of Canberra city. It is an ideal place to ... more
Abseiling At Namadgi National Park
Phone: Not available
Back in Namadgi - the local Aboriginal word for the mountains south-west of Canberra - Cotter Rocks, 1550m above sea level, has a good array of starting points ... more
Mountain Biking At Mt Stromlo
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Canberra is said to boast some of the best mountain biking in the world, and Mt Stromlo is a unanimous highlight. Though the 2003 bushfires have decimated some ... more
Fishing At Googong Dam
Phone: Not available
Googong Dam is the largest dam in the region and a top notch fishing spot. Fuel-powered boats are not permitted on the lake, but sail- and electricity-powered ... more
Go Wine Tasting
Phone: Not Available
Wine tasting is the sensory examination and evaluation of wine. While the practice of wine tasting is as ancient as its production, a more formalized ... more