National Carillon
Aspen Island is the perfect place to enjoy one of the regular carillon recitals, have a picnic or just enjoy the magnificent views of Lake Burley Griffin.
To experience a virtual tour of the National Carillon, visit the National Capital Authority website.
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 #27 of 210 things to do in Canberra on TripAdvisor
Awards
- Certificate of Excellence 2018
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“Sweet sounds”
A short walk across the bridge ( where a person was fishing) to this small island and you realise just how tall this monument is. Very impressive in size. As we left the island the bells rang out...
Lois233
“A restful, lakeside treat”
The gift from the UK to Australia rings time bells regularly, 24/7. Special concerts every Wed and Sunday lunchtimes (12.30-1.20pm), and early evening specials for Christmas, and summer evenings...
Angela I
“Weren't we surprised to find out this is a musical instrument!!!”
We wandered out across the bridge, to find out what the huge structure was... and to find some shade. Weren't we surprised on the quarter hour to find that a Carillion is an enormous instrument! The...
eeycee
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