What to do in Australian Capital Territory

Activities, attractions and tours

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Activities

Beautiful view of the Canberra in Australia

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

AU$170
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

AU$65
per adult
Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, All free entry
Spies and Secrets in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

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

AU$60
per adult
Spies and Secrets in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

AU$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

AU$38
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

AU$69
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour

Canberra: National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour

AU$15
per adult
Canberra: National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour
Canberra Axe Throwing 1 Hour Experience

Canberra Axe Throwing 1 Hour Experience

AU$55
per adult
Canberra Axe Throwing 1 Hour Experience
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What to do in Australian Capital Territory

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Australian War Memorial

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Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
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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 Theatre Centre or Civic Square might round out your trip.

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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 Gorman Arts Centre might round out your trip.

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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.

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Belconnen

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

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Open Photo by James Pudney

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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Sutton

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Coree

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