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Main Building at Lanyon Homestead
The beautiful historic gardens are perfect for a picnic
image of a mother and two children looking at furniture inside lanyon homestead
image of master bedroom at lanyon
Lanyon Homestead at night with stars visible in the sky above
Families explore Lanyon Homestead, painting and enjoying tulips in bloom.
An adult and two children explore the gardens at Lanyon Homestead
family walking in Lanyon courtyard surrounded by heritage buildings

Lanyon Homestead

Lanyon Homestead

Main Building at Lanyon Homestead
The beautiful historic gardens are perfect for a picnic
image of a mother and two children looking at furniture inside lanyon homestead
image of master bedroom at lanyon
Lanyon Homestead at night with stars visible in the sky above
Families explore Lanyon Homestead, painting and enjoying tulips in bloom.
An adult and two children explore the gardens at Lanyon Homestead
family walking in Lanyon courtyard surrounded by heritage buildings

Overview

Experience one of Australia's premier historic properties at Lanyon Homestead, just a thirty-minute drive from Canberra's city centre. Nestled at the foot of the Brindabella Ranges along the magnificent Murrumbidgee River, Lanyon offers breathtaking views of the Australian countryside.

Step back in time with a guided tour of the beautifully restored 1859 homestead, furnished to reflect its rich past. Explore original outbuildings that showcase the property's pastoral heritage and wander through rambling gardens with panoramic vistas of the hills beyond.

Relax with a picnic on the lawns or enjoy a delightful meal at the Barracks Café. Lanyon Homestead also caters to school and group visits with special packages that include guided tours and dining options. For events and gatherings, function rooms and picturesque outdoor spaces are available for hire.

Easily accessible by car with ample parking, Lanyon Homestead is a must-visit destination for those seeking history, natural beauty, and a glimpse into Australia's pioneering past.

Tharwa Drive, Tharwa, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 180 reviews

“Lanyon - a great place to visit to seeing the farming history of Canberra and see how families lived in 1800s”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 3d ago by Melissa T

Loved the history of Lanyon and the guide was knowledgeable. The grounds were also so well maintained and it was interesting to see how some farming families lived.

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“A walk back in time”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 4d ago by Helen B

Lanyon Homestead is a wonderful example of a large farm style property dating from the 1840-60s that is still in great condition and the tours inside the house are very informative and interesting...

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“Lanyon Homestead”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 1w ago by lcj6159

While advertised as seeing the homestead decorated for Christmas in the period, the guide gave a lot of background history of the property in general which was of great interest to me.

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Facilities
  • Cafe
  • Carpark
  • Coach Parking
  • Enquiry Desk
  • Family Friendly
  • Food and Refreshments
  • Picnic Area
  • Public Toilet
  • Shop / Gift Shop