Canberra Attractions

Australian Institute of Sport

On an AIS tour, visitors are guided around the Institute's world-class facilities by some of the athletes in training.
Leverrier Crescent, Bruce; open 9am-5pm; public tours 10:00am, 11:30am, 1:00pm, 2:30pm, except Christmas Day, ph: 6214 1444


Australian War Memorial

The Memorial is internationally recognised for its exhibitions, which present stories of Australians at war, in armed conflict and during peace-keeping.
Treloar Crescent: open daily 10am-5pm. 9am-5pm during ACT/NSW school holidays and on long weekends. For further information: www.awm.gov.au or call the Activity Line on 6243 4598


Blundells' Cottage

Blundell's Cottage was built in the 1860s and was home to three families of tenant farm workers. The National Capital Authority now manages Blundells' Cottage as a hands-on museum. Blundells' Cottage is open 11am-4pm daily except Christmas.

National Archives of Australia

With its vast collection dating back to Federation, the National Archives is often called the nation's memory. Here you'll find the original Constitution, along with changing exhibitions and displays.
Queen Victoria Terrace, Parkes; open daily 9am-5pm, ph: 6212 3600


National Gallery of Australia

Set aside at least half a day to see the paintings that have defined the Australian nation, and admire a selection of iconic international works from various art periods.
Parkes Place, Parkes; open daily 10am-5pm, ph: 6240 6502


National Library of Australia

This landmark building features significant works of art around the building, including sculpture by Henry Moore, coloured glass by Leonard French and intricate Mategot tapestries.
Parkes Place, Parkes; open daily 9am-5pm, ph: 6262 1111


National Portrait Gallery

The National Portrait Gallery aims to increase understanding of Australian identity, history and culture through portraiture.
Open daily 9am-5pm, ph: 6270 8222; Commonwealth Place, Parliamentary Zone, Parkes, open daily 10am-6pm, ph: 6270 8222


Old Parliament House

Familiar to Australians as the home of Australia's national parliament from 1927 to 1988, this heritage building is today a museum of political history.
King George Terrace, Parkes; open daily 9am-5pm, ph: 6270 8222


Parliament House

Opened in 1988, Parliament House, topped by an 81 metre flagpole and massive Australian flag, is one of the world's most acclaimed buildings.
Capital Hill, Canberra; open daily 9am-5pm, ph: 6277 5399


Questacon - The National Science & Technology Centre

This innovative interactive science centre makes science and technology fun, educational and interactive.
King Edward Terrace, Parkes; open daily from 9am-5pm, ph: 6270 2800


Royal Australian Mint

The Mint produces circulating and collector coins, medals, medallions and currency for overseas consumption.
Denison Street, Deakin; Mon-Fri from 9am-4pm, Sat-Sun from 10am-4pm, ph: 6202 6891


Southern Cross Cruises

Floriade cruises are one hour in duration aboard the luxurious M.V. Southern Cross.
Information and bookings, ph: 6273 1784


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