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Go for the iconic museums and galleries, stay for the classic Canberra experiences.

Delight in a foodie wonderland with a side of world-class art, breathtaking nature and family fun all within easy reach. Take a heart-pumping hike or cycle the trails through one of the world’s most sustainable cities. Top it off with a taste of the thriving cool-climate wine region. It’s more than you expect and it’s waiting for you.

Top 10 things to do in Canberra

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Inspire young minds

Koala at Tidbinbilla Nature Sanctuary
9

Meet native animals

Two woman paying their respects at the tomb of the unknown soldier under an impressive golden dome.
8

Discover the Australian story

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7

Wander through wineries

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6

Get inspired by art

5

Enjoy festivals

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4

Explore our lake

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Featured events

Pompeii immersive experience (detail), scenography Sylvain Roca © RMN–Grand Palais
13 Dec 2024 – 4 May 2025

Pompeii

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Canberra and Region Heritage Festival 2023
18 Apr – 11 May 2025

Canberra and Region Heritage Festival

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The Jetty beside Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra
2–10 May 2025

Viva Italia in Canberra Festival

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National Carillon
4 May 2025

Episode V: Carillon Strikes Back

Next on 4 May 2025 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Two large red maple trees ina green courtyard, also known as the 'Budget' trees at Parliament House
9–10 May 2025

Autumn Courtyards of Parliament House Tour

Next on 9 May 2025 from 10:00am to 11:00am
Banff Mountain Film Festival 2025 Hero Image
6–9 May 2025

Banff Centre Mountain Film Festival 2025 | Canberra

Next on 6 May 2025 from 7:00pm to 10:00pm
Tommy Starling Passing Ball
10 May 2025

Raiders v Bulldogs - NRL Round 10

Next on 10 May 2025 from 3:00pm to 4:30pm
Classic capital

Experiences

Mum and son holding hand in outside area of National Museum of Australia

Canberra is well-known for its national attractions, but art lovers and history buffs in the know also love the city's local arts scene and heritage sites.

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Couple walking across bridge surrounded by large, green ferns.

Natural beauty is right on your doorstep in Canberra with popular lookouts, challenging hikes, mountain bike trails in the inner suburbs. Discover waterfalls, gorges, forests, and snow-capped mountains just 45-minutes’ drive from the city at national parks and nature reserves.

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Man and two women walking through nature reserve

Immerse yourself in some of the oldest and richest cultures in human history with the extensive collections of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art and history at Canberra’s museums and galleries.

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Children playing on the Pod Playground at the National Arboretum.

From nature themed playgrounds to Questacon's science wonderland, the kids will want to keep coming back each school holidays.

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Home to 140 vineyards and more than 40 wineries within 35 minutes’ drive of the city, Canberra's wine region is the perfect weekend getaway

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Man and woman having lunch outside with fields of vegetables growing in background

Canberra takes its foodie culture seriously. From award-winning coffee to long lunches and craft beers, tantalise your taste buds during your getaway to the capital.

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Whether you want to cycle from the city centre to the bush or try new jumps in a forest, Canberra has your biking holiday sorted.

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