Nicholls Travel Guide

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A dinosaur exhibit with large models of dinosaurs in front of a building with a green roof and a circular emblem.
A fossilized dinosaur skeleton embedded in stone.
Two dinosaur statues, one green and one black, in front of a building with a circular sign.
A large dinosaur skeleton exhibit in a museum.
A display of fossil exhibits with detailed rock formations and a person observing.

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A model of a white building with a golden dome, surrounded by greenery and palm trees.
Photo by Annie Lazarte
Open Photo by Annie Lazarte

Cockington Green Gardens

9.0/10 (8 reviews)
Bring the children to Cockington Green Gardens and have a fun-filled day at this theme park in Canberra. Stroll along the lakeside in this family-friendly area or visit its top-notch restaurants.
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Activities

Beautiful view of the Canberra in Australia

Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney

NZ$212
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, All free entry

NZ$81
per adult
Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, All free entry
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

NZ$49
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour

Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour

NZ$75
per adult
Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour
Spies and Secrets in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Spies and Secrets in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

NZ$75
per adult
Spies and Secrets in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

NZ$86
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
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A modern tower by a lake with autumn foliage.

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.

A multi-story building with a brick facade, large arched windows, and signage for businesses including a dental surgery and a bike shop.
Photo by TM
Open Photo by TM

Braddon

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Ainslie Arts Centre or Canberra Contemporary Art Space might round out your trip.

A park with a hexagonal fence, trees, and a distant tower.

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.

A city skyline with modern high-rise buildings and a body of water in the foreground.

Belconnen

Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Belconnen Arts Centre while you're exploring the area.

A memorial wall with red poppies and a statue of a man in a suit.
Photo by Lisa Liza
Open Photo by Lisa Liza

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.

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