Canberra and Region Visitors Centre
There’s local and regional wines, beer, spirits, and Thredbo Distillery schnapps. Buy a chilled bottle to take to your hotel, along with a great selection of authentic Canberra regional produce including olive oil, honey and nuts.
Pick up local designer merchandise, jewellery and souvenirs. Local suppliers include Jasper + Myrtle, Black Horse, Gundaroo Puzzler, Gatbi Design, Bisonhome, Land Scents, Leafy Sea Dragon and more. Choose from a range of maps and books, and kids’ treats.
Chat to the friendly staff and volunteers. They’re a wealth of local knowledge, offering valuable insights so you get the most from your visit. Whether it’s a last-minute accommodation deal or tips about cool new cafes, you’ll be glad you dropped in.
Canberra's official and fully accredited tourism information centre is operated by VisitCanberra for the benefit of tourists and locals.
There is limited free parking, with designated free space available to park caravans, camper trailers, coaches and RVs.
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Canberra and Region Visitors Centre -
Local designer homewares -
Local produce -
Handmade beeswax candles -
Wildbrumby schnapps -
Local wines, beers and spirits for sale -
Friendly staff to assist and incredible views over Lake Burley Griffin -
Kids area -
Plenty of information on things to see and do and places to stay -
Canberra and Region Visitors Centre, next to The Deck cafe and the National Capital Exhibition
DETAILS
PHONE
OPENING HOURS
Monday to Friday: 9am - 5pm. Weekends and public holidays: 9am - 4pm, Closed Christmas Day
SOCIAL
Location
Canberra and Region Visitors Centre
Regatta Point, Barrine Drive, Acton, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2601
Features
Cafe
Carpark
Family Friendly
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Reviews
TripAdvisor traveller rating
Ranked #33 of 215 things to do in Canberra on TripAdvisor
Awards
- Certificate of Excellence 2016
© TripAdvisor 2016
“Friendly and helpful”
As we were new to Canberra we wanted some advice on where to go, the person was helpful and gave good advice, plus the views are lovely
Paul h
“VERY GOOD”
This location was one of our first stops (to get our bearings and information). The staff were very helpful and the items on display were good. We were able to see quite a few attractions from...
Ronald R
“Helpful guidanve”
I would highly recommend a visit here at the beginning of your trip to Canberra. The staff know what is happening and where to avoid (we were in Canberra at the same time as a running festival) so...
Sally B
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