Macquarie Travel 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 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.
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.
National Dinosaur Museum
Get to know the giants of prehistoric times at this interesting and educational museum, packed with displays about the unique history of the Australian continent.
Activities
Full-Day Canberra Brewery, Wineries & Distillery tour /w lunch
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around Macquarie
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Bargang while you're exploring the area.
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.
Lyneham
Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
Dickson
Uncover some of the top draws of Dickson like its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre.
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- Big Splash Waterpark
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Canberra Hospital
- National Museum of Australia
- Canberra Stadium
- National Gallery of Australia
- Questacon
- Manuka Oval
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Convention Centre
- Old Parliament House
- University of Canberra
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Civic Square
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Commonwealth Park
- Telstra Tower
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- Royal Australian Mint
- Cockington Green
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Murrumbateman Winery
- National Archives of Australia
- National Capital Exhibition