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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
A buzzing restaurant behind frosted glass, subtly hiding what is inside.

Minima Restaurant

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Visitors entering the Mint building

Royal Australian Mint

TripAdvisor rating1642 reviews
Deakin, ACT
The Promenade Cafe

The Promenade Café

TripAdvisor rating308 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Views of the lake, the hills and Telstra Tower

Southern Cross Yacht Club

TripAdvisor rating276 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Between $20 and $30
A family having a picnic on green grass in front of a lake

Snapper & Co.

TripAdvisor rating218 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Between $20 and $30
EQ Cafe by day

EQ Cafe and Lounge

TripAdvisor rating131 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Cafe interior with cake displays

Farmers Daughter

TripAdvisor rating102 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Under $20
Japanese plantings in Canberra Nara Peace Park

Lennox Gardens

TripAdvisor rating8 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Gentleman at practice on a stormy day

Canberra Croquet Club

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Cafe interior and exterior

Double Shot

TripAdvisor rating275 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Not specified
Spring High Tea at The Tea Lounge

The Tea Lounge at Hyatt Hotel Canberra

TripAdvisor rating110 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Aerial photo

Yarralumla Play Station

TripAdvisor rating63 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Treatment Room

The One Beauty & Spa

Yarralumla, ACT
Flag of Ecuador

Ecuador, Embassy of

Yarralumla, ACT
Flag of Ireland

Ireland, Embassy of

Yarralumla, ACT
Large spacious dining arrangement

Ondine - European Brasserie

Deakin, ACT
Over $30
African finishers
29–30 Mar 2025

Aussie Peace Walk

Albert Hall, Yarralumla
Next on 29 Mar 2025 from 7:00am to 4:00pm
Flag of Egypt

Egypt, Embassy of the Arab Republic of

Yarralumla, ACT
Flag of Israel

Israel, Embassy of

Yarralumla, ACT
Flag of Norway

Royal Norwegian Embassy

Yarralumla, ACT
Flag of Mauritius

Mauritius High Commission

Deakin, ACT
Embassy of the United States of America

Embassy Drive

Yarralumla, ACT
Flag of Italy

Italy, Embassy of

Deakin, ACT
Flag of Thailand

Royal Thai Embassy, The

Yarralumla, ACT
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