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Where to see blooms in Canberra this spring: a guide to the capital's floral hotspots

Published 13 Sep 2024

As the city awakens from its winter slumber, gardens and parks come alive with a dazzling display of colour, showcasing nature’s most stunning blooms. We’ve curated a list of the best and most unforgettable floral experiences that truly capture the essence of the season.

Best cafés in Canberra right now

Published 13 Sep 2024

From timeless classics and sun-soaked outdoor settings to exciting new entrants and unique finds, this guide highlights the crème de la crème of Canberra’s café scene. Whether you're kickstarting your day with a perfectly brewed espresso or indulging in a freshly baked croissant, these cafés promise a top-notch experience.

Restaurants and cafes
A woman walking across a hill overlooking Lake Burley Griffin and the National Arboretum.

Experience Ngunnawal Culture at the National Arboretum Canberra

Published 12 Sep 2024

Many believe that “Canberra”, the name given to Australia’s capital in 1913, comes from the local Aboriginal word for “meeting place”. Today, the city continues to maintain those ties to its ancestral history, particularly at the National Arboretum Canberra.

Outdoors and nature

Best new places to eat and drink in Canberra

Published 29 Aug 2024

When it comes to new and exciting food and drink offerings, Canberra delivers in spades. Canberra’s food and drink scene is buzzing with new venues popping up and promising to elevate your dining and drinking experiences. From cosy cafés to unique restaurants and vibrant bars, the city’s latest venues are making waves.

Nightlife Restaurants and cafes
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A perfect day in Canberra: insights from an accessible tourism expert

Published 29 Aug 2024

For Yasmine Gray, founder of accessible tourism consultancy GetAboutAble, swimming, sculpture and a late-night gig make for a day well spent. GetAboutAble helps improve tourism opportunities for people with disability.

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What’s on in spring

Published 29 Aug 2024

One of the best times of year in the nation’s capital is when the springtime sun comes out, and you wake up to the sweet scent of flowers and the excitement of gleeful Canberrans as they welcome the arrival of the warmer months.

Family fun Outdoors and nature
Flower beds with pink tulips and purple pansies at Floriade Festival 2014 with the Ferris wheel in the background. | © Jo Bakas

Top things not to miss at Floriade in 2024

Published 29 Aug 2024

Commonwealth Park will come to life with more than one million blooms creating a stunning display during the month-long festival. Featuring Insta-worthy floral displays, horticultural workshops, live music, a popular market, plus the region’s best food and wine, no spring is complete without a trip to Floriade (14 September-13 October).

Events
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A local's guide to unique foodie experiences in Canberra

Published 25 Jul 2024

Take your palate on an adventure beyond white tablecloths or paddock-to-plate and get to know Canberra's thriving culinary scene.

Restaurants and cafes

Canberra after-dark: your ultimate guide to nightlife in the capital

Published 25 Jul 2024

Canberra often shines in the daylight with its rich cultural attractions and breathtaking natural landscapes, but the magic just begins when the sun sets.

Nightlife
Sunset view of Lake Burley Griffin and a GoBoat full of humans enjoying the view of Black Mountain Tower in the background.

Spas, wine tours, and ways to relax in Canberra

Published 11 Jul 2024

Spend a long weekend relaxing in luxury in Canberra. Who's up for long lunches, wine tours, and massages?

100 things to do in Canberra

Published 5 Jul 2024

Challenge your friends and family to tick off everything on the ultimate Canberra bucket list including museums, galleries, walks, lookouts, native animal spotting, children's activities, restaurants, bars, lake activities, markets, and tours.

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Clyde Arnott's Insider Guide to Canberra

Published 26 Jun 2024

Ceramics, coffee, and scenic swims. Local ceramicist Clyde Arnott shares his line-up for the ultimate 24 hours in the capital, featuring wild swimming and Swedish buns.

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