Canberra’s Ultimate Treasure Hunt

Have fun in the sun while taking a scenic walk around the large and lovely Lake Burley Griffin. Cyclists and walkers are well catered for along the 40km of shoreline, with the vistas of many of Canberra’s iconic national attractions clearly visible along the way. Don’t miss the chance to enjoy a picnic in one of the many parks and gardens that dot the lake.

Can you find…?

• GoBoats on Lake Burley Griffin

• the Captain James Cook Memorial Jet in Lake Burley Griffin

• Australia’s largest musical instrument, The National Carillon

• Telstra Tower atop Black Mountain

Roam with T-Rex at the National Dinosaur Museum, home to the largest permanent display of dinosaur fossils in Australia, perfect for a fact-filled dino adventure. Ages 8+ can participate in the popular Dinosaurs at Night Tours, where guides lead you on a torch-lit journey of discovery through dimly lit galleries. The museum is located in Gold Creek Village which bursts with kids' activities from meeting reptiles at the Canberra Reptile Zoo to feeding unique birds in the Canberra Walk-In Aviary. 

Can you find…?

• ten long-necked turtles at the Canberra Reptile Zoo
• a T-Rex at the National Dinosaur Museum
• a prehistoric poo at the National Dinosaur Museum
• people feeding birds at the Walk-In Aviary
• mandarin ice cream at Stripey Sundae

Meet the animals at the National Zoo & Aquarium and learn what life as a zookeeper is like. During the Zoocation Holiday Program kids will get up close and personal with many of the zoo’s animals, play games, make toys for the animals, and even learn something along the way. 

Can you find…?

• little penguins swimming

Questacon is just as great as you remember it. It’s an interactive wonderland for the kid with a curious mind.  With interactive exhibits exploring the world of science and technology, kids will have hours of educational fun through engaging play. Don’t miss the 7.5 metre tall NASA Space Launch System rocket made from LEGO bricks in the foyer. 

Can you find…?

• a bolt of lightning
• a mechanical humanoid

You will create big memories of the miniature gardens at Cockington Green Gardens located in Gold Creek Village. The gardens host an array of meticulous, hand-crafted tiny buildings from around the world. Little kids will love feeling like giants in this enchanted, minuscule wonderland. A classic for kids and families, make time to ride the miniature steam train, have a picnic, and explore the playground. 

Can you find…?

• a miniature steam train
• a dragon hiding atop a building

Enjoy giant lawn games, build an empire with blocks, or kick back and read one of the many books at the Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House. Offering family activity spaces like PlayUP, kids can have fun while learning about democracy in action while parents will chuckle at the collection of political cartoons.

Can you find…?

• red high heels
• funny political cartoons