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 Native Gardens Show Case |
Clunies Ross Road Acton Canberra, ACT 2601 Australia +61 2 6250 9540 http://www.anbg.gov.au |
Why travel all over Australia for natural beauty when you can sample a little of everything right here in Canberra? These gardens offer a unique opportunity to enjoy the vast differences in Australian flora. The rainforest is a favourite, as are the rock gardens and eucalyptus lawn. The Visitor Centre is packed with entertaining and educational videos, leaflets and displays. The bookshop is a necessary stop for any gardener. Picnic amongst the beauty of the gardens or enjoy a light meal in the cafe. Free guided tours of the gardens are available daily. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Memories of War |
Anzac Parade (Campbell) Canberra, ACT 2601 Australia +61 2 6243 4211 http://www.awm.gov.au |
The Australian War Memorial is a must see for everyone, despite the sobering subject matter. The exhibitions are well assembled, placing the emphasis on personal stories, memorabilia and education. The Hall of Memory and the Pool of Reflection offer time to commemorate the efforts of countless Australians lost in war. The facilities offer an extensive research centre and award winning exhibitions. The Memorial is a commanding fortress for history, and a constant reminder of the effects of war.Admission: Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sky high panoramic adventure |
15 Fitzgerald Street Yarralumla Canberra, ACT 2600 Australia +61 2 6285 1540 http://www.balloonaloft.com.au/ |
An unforgettable experience is to float over Canberra in a balloon. As day breaks, a fully qualified pilot will gently guide the balloon aloft on the morning air currents. You will see the suburbs coming to life and pick out the many tourist attractions. Do not forget to bring your camera! Weekend flights finish with a champagne breakfast at the Hyatt Hotel. Weekday flights last 45 minutes and finish with a champagne celebration by the lake. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A bird's life |
Federation Square, Gold Creek Village Barton Highway, Nicholls Canberra, ACT 2913 Australia +61 2 6230 2044 |
Did you ever wonder what was really at the end of a rainbow? Well, a visit here may well answer your question. This 1,000 square metre aviary is home to a wide range of colourful Australian birds with well over 100 parrots and approximately 80 finches. With nine metres of height between the landscaped grounds and the nets above, the colours swish and swoop before your very eyes. This is a wonderful place for children or to study your favourite feathered friends close up. Call for details on admission. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Imposing granite boulders |
Namadgi National Park, Honeysuckle (Apollo) Road Off Naas Road Canberra, Alberta 2620 Australia +61 2 6207 2900 http://www.act.gov.au/environ |
Visit the Namadgi Visitor Centre for maps and information regarding weather conditions before walking anywhere in the park. The walk starts from the car park, which is at the end of an unsealed narrow road three kilometres from Honeysuckle Road. The marked walk is through a rugged eucalypt forest with plenty of wildlife to see. You will be rewarded with magnificent views of Canberra on reaching the granite boulders and rock platform sitting on top of 120 metre cliffs. This moderate-rated walk should take approximately one and a half hours. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Get ready for lift off |
Stromlo Road, off Cotter Road Canberra, ACT Australia +61 2 6201 7838 / +61 2 6201 7968 http://www.cdscc.nasa.gov/ |
If you have always wanted to visit the moon (or Mars or Pluto), it is now as easy as getting in the car! The many entertaining and interactive exhibitions at the Canberra Space Centre include seeing what astronauts eat, checking your weight on the Moon, or watching a film in the miniature theatre. This station is one of only three of its kind in the world and communicates with interplanetary spacecraft. Several radio antennas circle the complex, each one as large as the surrounding hills and just as impressive. Admission: Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Follow Captain Cook's route |
Regatta Point, Commonwealth Avenue Parkes Canberra, ACT 2600 Australia +61 2 6205 0044 |
Children love to find their country of origin on this bronze, copper and enamel terrestrial globe, located on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. You can also trace the three routes to Australia taken by Captain James Cook, which are marked in bronze. Details of the voyages are on the bronze handrail. The globe was designed by Walter Ralston Bunning and was installed in 1970, the Bicentenary Year, to mark Captain Cook's journeys to Australia. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Mountain playground |
Corin Road (Tourist Drive 5) Tidbinbilla Canberra, ACT 2620 Australia +61 2 6247 2250 http://www.corin.com.au |
Breathtaking rides on flying-foxes above splendid mountain ash trees or an 800 metre bobsled/alpine slide curving down a boulder strewn mountain-side are just some of the adventures at Corin Forest! However, many visitors come just to enjoy the beautiful bushland setting complete with ponds and picnic area. There is also a café, with a cosy fire in winter. In winter, there is "snowplay" for children with toboggans for hire. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Top Tours |
Yarralumla Canberra, ACT 2600 Australia +61 2 6281 0079 http://www.idolmoments.com.au |
You may have seen the usual tourist attractions and now want to see something off the beaten track. Idol Moments do tours to the bush and Canberra's top spots, but will also design a tour that suits you. Try a specialised shopping tour to find a unique gift or visit a private gallery featuring Aboriginal works of art. Or try the Garden Tour that takes you behind the hedges to view the oldest house and gardens in Canberra. Prices available on request. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dramatic Rock Formations |
Kambah Pool Road Kambah Canberra, ACT 2902 Australia +61 2 6205 0044 |
Relax in the spectacular rock pools of Kambah Pool on the Murrumbidgee River. The Murrumbidgee River also offers sandy beaches, picnic tables, barbecue facilities, and toilets. Kambah Pool offers a nudist area, located in a secluded area along a track beyond the main rock pools. There are walking tracks along the river. The walk to Pine Island is easy to moderate, and follows the river for eight kilometres. Halfway between Kambah Pool and Pine Island is the Red Rocks Gorge area. The brown, red and grey colours in this dramatic formation are caused by oxidisation of the iron rich rocks. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Panoramic views |
Federal Hwy Canberra, ACT 2581 Australia +61 2 4823 4492 (Tourist Information) |
Lake George, the largest body of fresh water in Australia, is trapped in its internal drainage basin between two arms of the Great Dividing Range. When full, Lake George is seven metres deep and covers more than 900 square kilometres. At these times, it becomes home to many waterbirds. However, in more usual dry periods, vegetation grows in the lake bed, fences are exposed and it becomes pasture for sheep and cattle. A large section of the Federal Highway between Goulburn and Canberra passes Lake George, providing fantastic photograph opportunities. Parking areas are provided at intervals overlooking the lake. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vineyards and field days |
Barton Highway Canberra, ACT 2582 Australia +61 2 6226 2557 (Tourist Information) http://www.capitalcountry.com.au |
Murrumbateman, with a climate similar to the Bordeaux area of France, is well-known for its cool-climate wines. The once thriving 19th century wine industry gradually declined but since 1970 has experienced a revival. There are now eight wineries in Murrumbateman, establishing an international reputation, and over 50 vineyards producing about 60% of the region's wines. The village of Murrumbateman offers food, accommodation and antiques. Each October the village comes alive when the annual Field Days are held. These were initiated to help hobby farmers and now attract up to 20,000 people each year. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 The heart of Australian art |
Parkes Place Parkes Canberra, ACT 2601 Australia +61 2 6240 6502 http://www.nga.gov.au |
The pride of Canberra, the National Gallery exhibits collections that highlight the talent of Australian and international artists. A vast range of mediums and styles grace the walls of this contemporary space set on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin. The lush sculpture garden is a fine place for quiet breaks and the children's exhibits are sure to please and amaze.There is something for everyone including an extensive gift shop and the gallery's cafes. Special travelling exhibits include renowned national and international art. Admission Free for the permanent collection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Reflecting Australian society |
Lawson Crescent Acton Peninsula Canberra, ACT 2600 Australia +61 2 6208 5000 http://www.nma.gov.au |
The museum presents Australian history and culture through a blending of exhibits, technology and hands-on activities. The building is deliberately anti-monumental with a seamless integration between architecture and landscape. Inside there are exhibition galleries, restaurants, theatres and a resource centre. The permanent exhibitions deal with the themes Land, Nation and People, and the Gallery of the First Australians conveys the country's indigenous heritage. The temporary exhibition gallery hosts travelling blockbuster exhibitions. Admission: Free to permanent collection. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Seat of Government |
Capital Hill Canberra, ACT 2600 Australia +61 2 6277 5399 http://www.aph.gov.au/ |
Australians have more reason than most to boast about their capital building, a unique and captivating structure. Visible from across the city, the green lawns and white pillars contrast well against the muted bush beyond. Within, the architecture envelops you with its many moods, hidden gardens and expressive geometry. Inside, a collection of more than 4,000 artworks, ranging from historic portrait to contemporary landscape, will amaze the visitor. Guided tours of the building and gardens are available every day and are a great way to acquaint yourself with the subtle mysteries of this exceptional building. Admission: Free. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Insight into elite sport |
Leverrier Crescent Canberra, ACT 2617 Australia +61 2 6214 1010 |
When you take a tour at the Australian Institute of Sport, where many elite athletes train, you get to immerse yourself in the Sportex exhibition. Sportex lets you interact with equipment and technology currently being used by Australia's athletes. You can test your skills at wheelchair basketball and virtual rowing or golf, while paying tribute to some of Australia's greatest sporting heroes including cricketers Dennis Lillee and Rod Marsh and rugby footballer David Campese. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A place for all seasons |
Snowy Mountains Highway Canberra, ACT 2720 Australia +61 2 6947 1849 (Tourist Information) |
Spectacular natural beauty and diversity, tree-lined streets brilliant in their autumn splendour, great fishing, and magnificent views are just some of the attractions of Tumut. History permeates the region with its pioneer huts and relics of gold-rush days. Close by are wonderful natural features, such as Buddong Falls and Yarrangobilly Caves in Kosciusko National Park. In summer, trace the steps of European explorers along the Hume and Hovell Walking Track or walk the myriad of bush trails following mountain streams. In winter, skiing and other snow sports are just an hour away at the Selwyn Snowfields or Talbingo. Review © 2007, Wcities |