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Hikers near the top of Mount Ainslie
Couple looking out over Canberra from the lookout
Views over Canberra from the top of Mount Ainslie

Mount Ainslie Lookout

Mount Ainslie Lookout

Hikers near the top of Mount Ainslie
Couple looking out over Canberra from the lookout
Views over Canberra from the top of Mount Ainslie

Overview

For picture-perfect views of Canberra, you can’t go past a visit to Mount Ainslie.

Walk, cycle or drive to the lookout and enjoy the impressive scenery, lovely at all times but a particular treat at sunrise and sunset.

Take in Lake Burley Griffin and many of Canberra's national attractions, framed by picturesque mountain ranges.

See how Walter Burley Griffin’s vision for the city has been brought to life.

A hotspot for photographers, the vista is complemented by the abundance of native birds and wildlife.

Mount Ainslie Drive, Ainslie, Australian Capital Territory, Australia

TripAdvisor Traveller Rating

TripAdvisor ratingBased on 2324 reviews

“A perfect view on a rainy day”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2w ago by paulahR9244AA

A beautiful view even in the pouring rain Got to see the whole city and surrounds. Easy to find. Free

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“Attraction review”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 2w ago by Y9976NNdavidw

Came here as part of a tour very good views of Canberra attractions city surrounding suburbs a few visuals boards explaining various things about Canberra worth the drive up just for the views

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“Highly recommend”

TripAdvisor ratingReviewed 7mos ago by H1513TRryanh

Mt Ainslie has sensational views. It gives people a picturesque Birds Eye View of our nations’s capital. Highly recommend.

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Facilities
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