Things to do in  Canberra

Begin a day in Canberra with a visit to the Australian War Memorial and its world-class museum before getting a coffee at one of the cafes on Lonsdale Street in Braddon. Then cross Lake Burley Griffin to see Parliament House and the art inside the National Gallery of Australia before having a drink by the waterfront in Kingston.

Yes, Canberra is worth visiting if you’re curious about the Australian capital and enjoy museums, art, culture, and panoramic viewpoints. Despite Canberra’s stuffy reputation, the city is an excellent destination for food and nightlife and also a great choice for outdoor lovers with plenty of mountain trails to hike on.

For an entertaining weekend in Canberra, spend your Saturday exploring the War Memorial, relaxing at a cafe in Braddon, and admiring the view from Mount Ainslie. First thing Sunday, head to the Old Bus Depot Markets for food and shopping, followed by sightseeing around Parliament House and drinks at the Kingston Foreshore.

Canberra is best known as the capital city of Australia and home to the country’s government and politics. The city’s most famous attractions are its national museums, art galleries, and cultural institutions, such as the Royal Australian Mint and the National Arboretum Canberra.

Canberra has a healthy nightlife scene, thanks to the city’s large population of both students and young professionals. Civic in the city center is the central hub of nightlife activity, with smaller hubs in the suburbs of Acton (near the Australian National University), Kingston, and Braddon.

Tourists visit Canberra for many reasons, but typically it is to see the city’s iconic landmarks, such as Parliament House, and to visit many of the city’s fine museums, including Questacon and the National Museum of Australia. People also often travel to Canberra for festivals like the Canberra Balloon Spectacular and Floriade.