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A guide to Canberra's must-see museums and galleries

Published 26 Feb 2024

Home to some of Australia’s best art galleries and museums, Canberra has long been a destination for culture-hunters. Don’t miss these museums and galleries.

Museums and galleries
Artistically plated dish at Raku restaurant

Chef Hatted and Awarded Restaurants

Published 26 Feb 2024

Restaurant-goers are more than spoilt for choice when it comes to fine dining in the capital. Canberra is a culinary paradise of chef-hatted and award-winning restaurants.

Restaurants and cafes
People taking photos in front of hot air balloons by the lake

Top Instagram posts of 2023

Published 22 Jan 2024

From spectacular sunsets to beautiful vistas, here are the top most liked photos on VisitCanberra’s Instagram in 2023.

Outdoors and nature

Four of Canberra's best mountain bike trails

Published 22 Jan 2024

Canberra is a mountain biker's dream city with trails through forest, jumps through pines, and an acclaimed 140km track that loops around the entire ACT.

Cycling Outdoors and nature
A plate of food served at Cafe Stepping Stone.

What's new for Canberra's restaurant and cafe scene

Published 20 Sep 2023

Here are the top new places to eat in Canberra that you need to put on your radar for your next visit.

Two people wearing rainbow coloured tie dye lab coats, standing behind a liquid nitrogen science experiment.

Kid-friendly activities to keep the whole family warm

Published 26 Jul 2023

Need from fresh ideas to keep the kids -and yourself- entertained during the cooler months? Check out these must-do's and don't forget to book in advance!

Family fun

Five minutes with Chef Ben Willis on his new culinary triumph, Louis

Published 27 Jun 2023

We sat down with award-winning Chef Ben Willis to pick his brain on everything from his favourite dish at Louis to where he’s keen to dine on his night off.

Restaurants and cafes
A family enjoying the lakeside and cycling along a path in autumn.

Five ways to enjoy the great outdoors during the cooler months in Canberra

Published 16 May 2023

Canberra is known for its stunning natural landscapes and plethora of outdoor activities, and winter offers an opportunity to experience the capital in a new way. With a little preparation and the right mindset, it's easy to stay active and enjoy the outdoors in Canberra all year round, and be rewarded with beautiful sights (and flavours!) ...

Outdoors and nature

Five ways to connect to country in Canberra

Published 24 Apr 2023

To truly appreciate and enjoy the nation’s capital, you can’t experience it without properly acknowledging and revering the Ngunnawal people -past, present, and emerging- who have cared for this land as their home for thousands of years. Ahead of Reconciliation Day, we’ve gathered some ways to connect to Ngunnawal country in Canberra during your

Outdoors and nature

Warm and cosy places to eat and drink when Canberra gets cold

Published 18 Apr 2023

Come colder months, Canberra can get seriously chilly. Layer up and snuggle up in one of these cosy Canberra places to eat and drink.

Restaurants and cafes
Artwork on display at the Gallery of Small Things.

Unique galleries and museums in Canberra beyond the national collections

Published 17 Apr 2023

Canberra is home to more than 30 galleries that support local, national and international artists. Scattered through the suburbs, these local galleries and museums offer a unique and intimate experience, allowing you to engage with the art and the exhibits on a personal level. 

Museums and galleries
A large crowded stadium at night with a rugby game.

Five tips for staying warm at Canberra sporting matches during cooler months

Published 16 Mar 2023

Don’t let the cold keep you from experiencing the thrill of sporting victory! Here are some useful tips for staying warm at the next game.

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