Canberra Attractions
Canberra Attractions Directory : Historical Sites and Heritage Locations
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Anzac Parade is the national capital’s major ceremonial avenue and is easily recognisable from Mt Ainslie lookout.
Spanning the length of the Parade are 11 memorial sites dedicated to the many Australian and New Zealand soldiers who lost their lives in war. The Parade is set along the magnificent Land Axis which forms a key feature of Walter Burley Griffin’s original 1912 plan for Canberra. The Australian War Memorial is located at the northern end of the Parade. The Parade features red gravel ...Anzac Parade and Memorials of Anzac Parade
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The Australian War Memorial commemorates the sacrifice of Australian men and women who have served in war.
Through its exhibitions the Memorial presents stories of Australians at war, in armed conflict and during peacekeeping activities. With its ceremonial areas, extensive exhibitions and research facilities, the Memorial has, since the present facility was opened in 1941, become a significant and important part of the National Capital. Each gallery contains magnificently presented relics, ar...Australian War Memorial
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The Canberra Glassworks is a newly established attraction located in the former Powerhouse in the heart of the vibrant Kingston Foreshore Cultural Precinct. The Canberra Glassworks provides world-class infrastructure for the production of high quality and innovative glass art. The design of the building has been developed within a framework of Ecologically Sustainable Design (ESD), and sensitively responds to the heritage fabric of the 1915 building and its surrounds. A full range of activitie...Canberra Glassworks
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Self-drive Canberra Tracks
Track 1: Ngunnawal Country
Take this new self-drive Aboriginal heritage trail which connects many sites by well appointed onsite signage. Grab a Canberra Tracks information brochure from the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre and journey into the human story of Indigenous presence in the nation’s capital. See how Indigenous people have lived here for at least 20,000 years surviving through intricate knowledge of the landscape, skillful custodianship of the land and ...Canberra Tracks - See how far you`ve travelled - Self Drive
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One of Canberra's most visible attractions; the Captain Cook Memorial Jet was inaugurated in 1970 by Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II to commemorate the bicentenary of Captain Cook's discovery of the east coast of Australia. When operating at full capacity, the jet reaches a maximum height of 147 metres. About six tonnes of water is in the air at any one moment.Captain Cook Memorial Jet
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The Gorman House Arts Centre houses Canberra's oldest art and craft markets. Be enchanted by the atmosphere and ambiance within heritage listed buildings. Just minutes walk from the Canberra Centre, the markets feature artistic creations and supplies, organic handicrafts, produce and products. See new, retro and second hand designer clothes, antique and modern treasures and community group displays. Enjoy free children’s entertainment, live performances, multicultural cuisine, fabulous coffee...Gorman House Markets
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The Lanyon historic precinct is set in a landscape of great natural beauty. Stroll in the rambling gardens, visit the restored 1850's homestead and the courtyard buildings. Changing exhibitions focus on aspects of Australian country life. A wide range of interactive educational and community programs are also available. Cafe and gift shop on site.Lanyon Homestead
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This picturesque carousel delights children and adults alike with its air of olde-world charm. Built in 1914 (in Melbourne), the original organ, hand-carved wooden horses and two elephants were imported from Germany, while the twisted brass poles came from Scotland.Merry-Go-Round
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Visit one of Canberra's earliest historic sites with an 1830's rural workers' cottage and an environmental education centre. Take a guided tour, the exhibitions and see how the cottage has been ingeniously adopted and extended over time. Specialist environment education programs available.Mugga-Mugga
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Experience 100 years of Australian film, television, radio and recorded sound at the National Film and Sound Archive.
Film clips, sound bites, touch screens, photographs, costumes and other memorabilia showcase Australia’s audio visual history. Visit exhibitions, stay for a movie, browse our shop, enjoy the art deco architecture and courtyard cafe. See continuous screenings of film classics. Teachers can book an interactive excursion where students from lower primary through to tertiary level c...National Film and Sound Archive
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The Memorial pays tribute to Australian Police Officers who have been killed on duty or have died as a result of their duties since the start of policing in Australia. The Memorial, dedicated on National Police Remembrance Day on 29 September 2006, recognises the unique nature of police service and the dangers that police face in their daily pursuits.National Police Memorial
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The national award-winning Old Bus Depot Markets is one of Australia's favourites, held each Sunday from 10am - 4pm, and Saturdays in December.
Set in an old industrial building, the market features high quality handcrafted and home produced goods which showcase the region's creativity. Stalls include contemporary homewares, timber furniture, bonsai, jewellery, millinery, ceramics, toys, soap, perfumes and more. Savour a multicultural meal, or taste a myriad of outstanding gourmet foods, region...Old Bus Depot Markets
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Delve into Australia’s political past at Old Parliament House, home to Australia's Federal Parliament from 1927 to 1988.
Today, this much-loved heritage building offers tourists a unique glimpse into Australia's fascinating past – a time when this magnificent building was the centre of political controversies and drama. Old Parliament House echoes with the power and the passion of stories from Australia's political past. Today, this much-loved heritage building offers an exciting program of gu...Old Parliament House
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Heritage listed Tuggeranong Homestead is an oasis midst the Tuggeranong Valley. Under the homestead's roofline and amongst the numerous out-buildings and extensive grounds you can discover the lifestyle of many Australian families from the 1830's through to the 1950's and to today. From 1919 through to 1925, Dr C.E.W Bean and the war history team wrote the first volumes of the official World War 1 history at the homestead.Tuggeranong Homestead
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Tuggeranong Homestead Community Markets are held on the second Sunday of each month (except January) from 9am till 2pm on the grounds of heritage-listed Tuggeranong Homestead. The market offers a huge range of handmade and homegrown items plus entertainment for all. The market is run by the Lake Tuggeranong branch of The Lions Club of Canberra.Tuggeranong Homestead Community Markets
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