What to do in Australian Capital Territory

Activities, attractions and tours

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A memorial wall with names and red poppies.
A legislative chamber with green leather seating, a long table with books, and a clock.
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A large dinosaur skeleton exhibit in a museum.

Activities

Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour, All Major Attractions, Some Hotel Pickups

NZ$84
per adult
Canberra Day Tour, All Major Attractions, Some Hotel Pickups
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

NZ$46
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Beautiful view of the Canberra in Australia

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

NZ$230
per adult
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

NZ$73
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

NZ$73
per adult
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

NZ$84
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

NZ$26
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Riverside Canberra Stargazing Tour with Astronomer

Riverside Canberra Stargazing Tour with Astronomer

NZ$112
per adult
Riverside Canberra Stargazing Tour with Astronomer
Canberra: National Museum of Australia Highlights Tour

Canberra: National Museum of Australia Highlights Tour

NZ$24
per adult
Canberra: National Museum of Australia Highlights Tour
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Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 52 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$243 per adult
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Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
9.0 out of 10 with 2 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$84 per adult
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Canberra: Axe Throwing Session - 1 Hour

Canberra: Axe Throwing Session - 1 Hour

Activity duration is 1 hour
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$67 per adult
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Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour

Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour

Activity duration is 4 hours
10.0 out of 10 with 14 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$165 per adult
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Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
10.0 out of 10 with 1 review
Free cancellation available
Price is NZ$53 per child
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What to do in Australian Capital Territory

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A lakeside urban area with modern buildings, a sports field, and surrounding hills.

Canberra Centre

8.8/10 (3,794 reviews)
During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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Find the best Australian Capital Territory areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Australian Capital Territory
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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 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 red brick building with large arched windows and a sign that says "For Lease".

Braddon

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

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Belconnen

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

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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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Day trip destinations from Australian Capital Territory

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Canberra

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Coree