National Carillon
Please note, while restrictions put in place to respond to COVID-19 are easing, there may be some changes to business-as-usual to keep workers and visitors safe. Please contact the business for the most up to date information, including opening times and social distancing measures.
When the island and tower re-open it will be the 50th anniversary of the original dedication in 1970 - with a calendar of special anniversary events.
The National Carillon was a gift of the British Government to the people of Australia in celebration of the 50th anniversary of the National Capital.
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The National Carillon sits on Aspen Island in Lake Burley Griffin -
National Carillon
DETAILS
OPENING HOURS
Hear recitals Wednesdays and Sundays 12.30pm to 1.20pm.
COSTS
Free
ACCESSIBILITY
Disabled access available, contact operator for details
Location
National Carillon
Aspen Island, Wendouree Drive, Kings Park, Parkes, Australian Capital Territory, Australia
Features
Barbeque
Carpark
Reviews
TripAdvisor traveller rating
Ranked #31 of 223 things to do in Canberra on TripAdvisor
Awards
- Certificate of Excellence 2019
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© TripAdvisor 2018
“Unfortunately closed for refurbishment until at least April 2020.”
We walked from the nearby car park in the hope of going onto the small island on which the Carillon sits only to be confronted by workmen's barriers and huts and a sign saying that the Carillon was...
westy54
“Superb”
Excellent carillon, one of the top 10 I’ve ever been too for sure. Coming back on a day when the bells are going is now firmly on my bucket list of things to do before the Gherigs gets me.
Warmest...
Travel211680
“Great views”
The National Carillon is a wonderful sight. We have seen it, from a distance, on numerous occasions, during visits to Canberra. It is always a stopper and is worth watching and listening to whenever...
Dimitris L
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