Places to visit in Canberra

Canberra Airport is an ideal destination for exploring Australia's capital. Visitors can discover world-class attractions from the airport, such as Parliament House and the National Gallery of Australia.

Nature lovers can enjoy outdoor activities at nearby national parks, including Namadgi National Park and Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve. At the same time, a wide range of shopping and dining opportunities are available in the city center.

The nearby townships of Queanbeyan and Bungendore offer local charm with boutique stores, cafes, pubs, and galleries.

For accommodation options close to Canberra Airport, plenty of hotels are available, ranging from budget motels to luxury resorts offering all the modern amenities one would expect from a hotel stay.

Whether exploring historic sites or indulging in retail therapy, Canberra provides something for everyone within easy reach from its international hub at Canberra Airport.

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Port Douglas: World Heritage Forest by Skyrail & Scenic Rail

This trip will pick you up and drop you off at your Port Douglas hotel so you can easily explore the Cairns World Heritage Rainforest. Take a scenic helicopter ride above the rainforest and relax in Kuranda before catching the train back home.

Get picked up right at your hotel in Port Douglas. Get ready for a bird's-eye view of the rainforest on the gorgeous trip to Skyrail Rainforest Cableway.

Get aboard the Cableway and marvel as you travel softly above and through the rainforest. Take in the sights as you make your way to the quaint village of Kuranda in the rainforest.

The Cableway stops at two different terminals. Take a hike into the rainforest to one of the many stunning vantages, or stop by the CSIRO Interpretive Center. Kuranda is a charming village, so once you get there, take advantage of your free time by wandering at your own pace.

Travel back on one of the world's most beautiful rail itineraries by boarding the Kuranda Scenic Rail train. Pass through tunnels carved by hand and across bridges spanning breathtaking chasms. Take the coach back to your Port Douglas hotel after you disembark.

From Sydney: Canberra City Highlights and Floriade Day Tour

Visit the nation's capital, three hours south of Sydney, in the Australian Capital Territory on a day trip. You can stretch your legs and get some coffee during a morning tea stop ) before continuing to Canberra, Australia's capital.

Take a spin around Yarralumla and admire the numerous embassies representing countries worldwide. See how well-planned this capital city is by stopping at Mount Ainslie and taking in the panoramic vistas.

Learn about Australian democracy on a tour of the $1.1 billion underground Parliament House, a feat of 1980s architecture. This structure is remarkable, from the corridors of power inside to the open sky above.

The next stop is Floriade, Australia's largest spring festival, where you can enjoy the sights and sounds of tens of thousands of flowers and a variety of performances right next to Lake Burley Griffin. The event occurs only annually between September and October. This is the largest and most well-known flower festival in Australia.

Over a million bulbs and annuals bloom during this month-long event, transforming Canberra's Commonwealth Park into a tapestry of color.

Get the gang back together for some serious soul-searching at the Australian War Memorial, where you can learn everything about Gallipoli, the ANZACs, and the countless wars in which Australia has lost so many of its finest.

The trip back to Sydney will begin at around 8 p.m., with a brief stop for refreshments or dinner.

From Canberra: Winery, Distillery, & Tasting Tour with Lunch

Discover some of Canberra's finest flavors while learning about the region's burgeoning wine districts.

On this tour, you will sample some of Australia's finest produce, meats, dairy products, sweets, beverages, and more. Tour two vineyards and sample local liqueurs, chocolates, and other treats.

Behind-the-scenes tours and tastings are available at some stops, and the guides are always from the area's finest purveyors.

Along with visiting some fantastic local producers, the tour also included a leisurely lunch accompanied by your choice of wine, craft beer, or cider. Enjoy the picturesque scenery while you can.

Canberra: City Highlights Day Tour with Entrance Fees

Take in the breathtaking panoramas of Canberra and the surrounding area from atop Mount Ainslie. Come see us at the National Capital Convention and Exhibition Center.

Get shown through the halls of power in Australia's Parliament Building. Inspect the National Institutions and the Parliamentary Triangle.

Visit the powerful Australian War Memorial and see the remembrance ceremony of the Last Post. No extra charges, ever. Detailed, one-on-one direction.

This tour provides an excellent possible introduction to and understanding Australia's capital in a single day.

Canberra Brewery and Beer Tour in 3 Hours

You can get on board during the afternoons on Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, and Saturday to visit some local breweries and learn more about the local beer industry.

You can see three of Canberra's finest craft beer bars in just three hours on the 3-in-3 tour. Travel is provided, as is an abundance of locally crafted brews and ciders.

As a follow-up to our initial visit to the Brewery, you will be given an exclusive look at the inner workings of our local beer community. Brewery tours are unlike typical sightseeing excursions because they allow guests to explore operational breweries and taprooms.

They will ensure you visit active breweries and drink the local beer at the finest dive bars by keeping our fingers on the scene's pulse and apprised of all the latest developments.