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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 rating11 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Visitors entering the Mint building

Royal Australian Mint

TripAdvisor rating1649 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Empty restaurant with tables set ready for service

Lamshed's Food and Wine

TripAdvisor rating63 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Japanese plantings in Canberra Nara Peace Park

Lennox Gardens

TripAdvisor rating9 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Gentleman at practice on a stormy day

Canberra Croquet Club

TripAdvisor rating4 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
The Promenade Café

The Promenade Café

TripAdvisor rating311 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Cafe interior and exterior

Double Shot

TripAdvisor rating277 reviews
Deakin, ACT
Not specified
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 rating115 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Over $30
Aerial photo

Yarralumla Play Station

TripAdvisor rating75 reviews
Yarralumla, ACT
Three children with a guide and titan the robot pouring coins
2–16 Jul 2026

Mintventures: Spies, codes and coins!

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on today from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Three children with a guide and titan the robot pouring coins
3–17 Jul 2026

Mintventures: Unlikely heroes on Australia's coins

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on tomorrow from 12:00pm to 1:00pm
Coin history displays at the Mint
3 Jan 2026 – 6 Feb 2027

Quiet Mornings at the Mint

Royal Australian Mint, Deakin
Next on 1 Aug 2026 from 9:00am to 10:00am
3 Male Youth on Double and Single Kayak in water

The Paddle Hub

Yarralumla, ACT
Smore
11–18 Jul 2026

S’mores and Stargazing with Mount Stromlo Observatory

Hyatt Hotel Canberra, Yarralumla
Next on 11 Jul 2026
pastries and coffee at L'épi Artisan Bakery Canberra

L'épi Artisan Bakery | Yarralumla

Yarralumla, ACT
Not specified
Floating Sauna, Lake Burley Griffin

Floating Sauna, Lake Burley Griffin

Yarralumla, ACT
Treatment Room

The One Beauty and Spa

Yarralumla, ACT
Speakers Corner Bar

Speaker's Corner Bar

Yarralumla, ACT
Not specified
Indian High Commission

High Commission of India

Yarralumla, ACT
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
Yacht Club

Canberra Southern Cross Yacht Club

Yarralumla, ACT
Not specified
Government House

Government House

Yarralumla, ACT
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