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Deakin and Yarralumla

Home to many of Canberra’s embassies and high commissions, Yarralumla and Deakin offer a window to the world with stunning architecture on display. Deakin is also home to the Royal Australian Mint.

Highlights of the area

Embassy trail

The Embassy of the United States of America was the first built In Canberra. Drive around the nearby streets to see the diplomatic missions of countries like India, China, Thailand, Malaysia, Egypt and Papua New Guinea reflected in their design.

Find sublime dining

You'll find the famous Yarralumla Turkish Kebab Shop to the more refined dining spot Lamsheds and Deakin's delicious Doubleshot café and Locale restaurant.

Factories and galleries

See where Australia’s coins are minted at the Royal Australian Mint in Deakin and visit Beaver Galleries, Canberra’s oldest private art gallery.

Factory viewing platform at the Royal Australian Mint
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Royal Australian Mint

A working factory, a Commonwealth Heritage Site & a multi tourism award-winning cultural attraction. The Mint puts icons of Australia’s cultural heritage directly into each of the hands of its people and visitors.

Royal Australian Mint
Visitors entering the Mint building

Royal Australian Mint

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Deakin, ACT
Empty restaurant with tables set ready for service

Lamshed's Food and Wine

TripAdvisor rating63 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Three chefs—one particularly good looking—preparing a meal behind a bench made of Italian marble

Minima Restaurant

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Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Japanese plantings in Canberra Nara Peace Park

Lennox Gardens

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Yarralumla, ACT
The Promenade Café

The Promenade Café

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Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Cafe interior and exterior

Double Shot

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Deakin, ACT
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A family having a picnic on green grass in front of a lake

Snapper & Co.

TripAdvisor rating229 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Between $20 and $30
EQ Cafe by day

EQ Cafe and Bakehouse | Deakin

TripAdvisor rating137 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Spring High Tea at The Tea Lounge

The Tea Lounge at Hyatt Hotel Canberra

TripAdvisor rating116 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Infinity Room

Yarralumla Play Station

TripAdvisor rating75 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Flag of South Africa

South Africa High Commission

Yarralumla, ACT
Three children with a guide and titan the robot pouring coins
1–8 Oct 2026

Mintventures: Spies, codes and coins!

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 1 Oct 2026 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Swan next to Yarralumla Bay

Yarralumla Bay

Yarralumla, ACT
Three children with a guide and titan the robot pouring coins
2–9 Oct 2026

Mintventures: Unlikely heroes on Australia's coins

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 2 Oct 2026 from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Tipsy Tea | April 12
13 Sep 2026

Floriade Tipsy Tea at the Yacht Club

Canberra Southern Cross Club Yacht Club, Yarralumla
Next on today from 3:00pm to 5:00pm
Floating Sauna, Lake Burley Griffin

Floating Sauna, Lake Burley Griffin

Yarralumla, ACT
Art Gallery
10 Sep 2026 – 28 Feb 2027

Tamara Lalayan Gallery Exhibition

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - A Park Hyatt Hotel, Yarralumla
Next on today
Government House

Government House

Yarralumla, ACT
Coin history displays at the Mint
3 Jan 2026 – 6 Feb 2027

Quiet Mornings at the Mint

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 3 Oct 2026 from 9:00am to 10:00am
A visitor exploring the Royal Australian Mint Floral Impressions Exhibition
14 May 2026 – 31 Mar 2027

Floral Impressions Exhibition at the Mint

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on today
Image of a coin designer sculpting a design on plaster
6 Nov 2026

Designing Currency

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 6 Nov 2026 from 10:00am to 11:00am
A group enjoying a free guided tour overlooking the working factory at the Mint
29 Jun – 9 Oct 2026

Family Tour: Coin and Design Discovery Tour

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 28 Sep 2026 from 1:30pm to 2:15pm
pastries and coffee at L'épi Artisan Bakery Canberra

L'épi Artisan Bakery | Yarralumla

Yarralumla, ACT
Not specified
a hand holding 2 traded coins at the Mint
30 Sep – 7 Oct 2026

Kids Coin Trade

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 30 Sep 2026 from 10:00am to 12:00pm
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