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Artwork on display at Canberra Glassworks.

Kingston and foreshore

An intriguing mix of history and modernity—'old' Kingston defined by heritage homes, boutique shops and cosy cafés; Kingston Foreshore its flashier lakeside younger sibling. Stroll around to encounter boutiques, book shops, beauty destinations and a cornucopia of restaurants and cafés.

Highlights of the area

Many lake activities

A great base to start a walk or cycle around Lake Burley Griffin or hire a GoBoat to watch the sun set in style.

Best café culture

Places to eat and drink line the harbour and historic centre, with the café strips always buzzing with activity.

Close to the Parliamentary Zone

A five-minute drive from Australia's big attractions including Parliament House and the National Gallery of Australia.

A group of friends enjoying their time on a GoBoat on the lake.
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GoBoat Canberra

Be your own captain and explore Lake Burley Griffin on your very own boat. Each GoBoat boasts a table so you can enjoy a floating picnic. Select a hamper when you book or BYO - the choice is yours. These electric boats are a sustainable way to explore the famous lake loved by locals and visitors alike.

GoBoat
Portobello Road
10 Aug 2025

Portobello Road - Bus Depot Markets

The Old Bus Depot Markets, Kingston
Next on 10 Aug 2025 from 9:30am to 2:30pm
Ghostly, dark Kingston Foreshore

Foreshore Ghosts, Tales and True Crime

by Foreshore Ghosts, Tales and True Crime

Kingston, ACT
A gestural image that shows a seated figure in pink
5 Jul – 16 Aug 2025

Intentos de procesar una(s) vida(s) / Attempts at processing a life(s)

Megalo Print Studio, Kingston
Next on today from 9:30am to 5:00pm
ACT HUB - Australian Capital Theatre Hub, 2024 Season, Colour & Light

ACT Hub | Australian Capital Theatre Hub

Kingston, ACT
Karaoke
5 Jul 2025 – 21 Feb 2026

Karaoke with Mitch

The Durham Castle Arms, Kingston
Next on 19 Jul 2025 from 9:00pm to 11:59pm
The Boy from Oz 2024

Free-Rain Theatre Company

Kingston, ACT
trivia
7 Aug 2025

Premier League and Football Trivia Night

The Durham Castle Arms, Kingston
Next on 7 Aug 2025 from 7:30pm to 9:00pm
Interior of cosy bar

11e Cave

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Love Boats Canberra

Love Boats | Pedal Boat Hire

Kingston, ACT
Lake front restaurant cafe bar

Walt and Burley

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Dark and gloomy Foreshore in Canberra

Foreshore Ghosts, Tales and True Crime

Kingston, ACT
Printing on tote bags for a screen printing workshop with Design CBR

Megalo Print Studio

Kingston, ACT
Kodiak Bar

Kodiak Bar

Kingston, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Hand arranging glass for kilnformed snow flake
16 Apr – 12 Oct 2025

Canberra Glassworks School Holiday Program

Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
Next on today from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Patrons in an ice cream store

Gelato Messina Kingston

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Maid Marion

Canberra Cruises & Parties

Kingston, ACT
glass baubles
23 Nov 2024 – 21 Dec 2025

Holiday Special Edition: Make Your Own Bauble

Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
Next on 15 Nov 2025 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Customers seated outside at a bar with bright orange umbrellas and wooden tables.

The Dock

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
Carillion

Guided Group Cruise on Lake Burley Griffin

by Canberra Cruises & Parties

Kingston, ACT
Glass blowing experience at Canberra Glassworks
13 Jan 2024 – 21 Dec 2025

Glass Blowing Experience at Canberra Glassworks: Make Your Own Vase or Tumbler

Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
Next on 19 Jul 2025 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
Cafe Front

Coffee Collective

Kingston, ACT
Under $20
Canberra Cruises

Guided Lake Cruise

by Canberra Cruises & Parties

Kingston, ACT
Neon bending at Canberra Glassworks
29 Mar – 30 Nov 2025

Neon Sign Making Experience at Canberra Glassworks

Canberra Glassworks, Kingston
Next on 30 Aug 2025 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
A man writes a menu on a large window glass.

Onzieme

Kingston, ACT
Not specified
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