Australian Capital Territory Attractions

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Adventure Playground

Take the children along to the adventure playground in Kambah to let off some steam. If they want a challenge then this is the place. The playground has been designed to meet the needs of toddlers, juniors and teenagers. They’ll love the tree house, junior and senior flying foxes and climbing walls.

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AMF Belconnen Ten Pin Bowling Centre

Take a break from sightseeing and go ten pin bowling. Choose from 32 bowling lanes at AMF Belconnen. Book your lane in the evening and go glow in the dark bowling. Get refreshed at their café and fully licensed bar. Have fun on the amusement machines and pool table. Entry to AMF Belconnen is behind McDonalds. Free customer parking. All prices include shoe hire.

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Australian Institute of Sport

Discover the champion within at Australia’s sporting powerhouse! Take a tour of the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) with an elite athlete as your guide. See where Australia’s sporting champions live and train. Challenge yourself in Sportex, the interactive sports experience. Try rock climbing, virtual rowing, football penalty shoot-outs, skateboarding, winter sports and more! Costs apply for tours. Discounts available for group bookings. 3 in Fun tickets give you discounts for the AIS, C...

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Big Splash Waterpark

Big Splash Waterpark is open during Summer. Head to the suburbs and cool down in this awesome waterpark. Nine waterslides and five heated pools will keep you going all day. Lounge around the pools or float on rubber tubes in Canberra's only waterpark cinema. Let your children enjoy the play area when they're not getting waterlogged. Trained lifeguards on duty. Get your refreshments from the hot food kiosk or their fresh sandwich bar. Check their website for full details.

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Canberra City Bowling Club

Come down to Canberra City Bowling Club to meet Andrew and the staff at Blake's. Open for lunch and dinner from Wednesday to Saturday. Tucked away in a quiet location just minutes from the city centre, the Canberra City Bowling Club has great facilities. Get some coaching if you're new to bowls or want to brush up your skills. Come in between 5.30 and 6.30pm on weekdays and enjoy happy hour with 15% off bar prices. Try your hand at Karaoke on Fridays from 8pm. Interstate visitors don't need...

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Canberra Indoor Rockclimbing

Climb for as long as you like at Canberra Indoor Rockclimbing. Challenge yourself with 25 to 35 ropes and wall heights from 6.5 to 8.5 metres. All levels are catered for. You can hire shoes, harnesses and chalk bags on site. Track suits, shorts, leggings, sneakers or runners are the best attire. Canberra Indoor Rockclimbing also has a southside location at 26 Raws Crescent, Hume. Ph 6260 1101. Locations both have the same opening hours.

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Canberra International Golf Centre

Canberra International Golf Centre offers a range of golfing activities to suit keen golfers, families and fun seekers. Enjoy their 18 hole pitch and putt course and mini golf. The two story driving range is open till late. Shop for all your golfing needs at Pete’s Golf Connection; their showroom style pro shop.

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Canberra International Sports and Aquatic Centre (CISAC)

Visit CISAC for all your health, wellbeing, sporting or leisure activities. Swim in their 50 metre 10 lane, Olympic sized indoor pool. They also have a 25 metre pool, leisure pool with beach entry, water slide, spa, steam room and much more. Pools are heated all year round. Other facilities include gymnnasiums, day spa, discount health and fitness store, cafe, PADI dive centre, physiotherapist, and skin treatment, and weightloss centre. CISAC is Canberra's largest indoor sporting venue.

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Canberra International Ten Pin Bowl

Get active at Canberra International Ten Pin Bowl in southern Canberra. This indoor bowling alley has 24 lanes so there's plenty of room. Try Glow in the Dark bowling! Get refreshed at their cafe and licensed bar. Enjoy the amusement machines and pool table. Prices include shoe hire. Remember to bring your socks.

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Canberra North Bowling Club

Relax on one of three top quality greens or in comfortable clubhouse surroundings. If you want a casual bowl, you’ll need to call 6247 7838 and make a booking. If you want some competition, call the other number to book into one of the matches listed below: Monday; open sectional pairs at 12.30pm Wednesday; ladies day at 10.30am Thursday; men's pairs and triples at 12.30pm Friday; mens, ladies and mixed pairs at 10am Saturday; open pairs and triples at 12.30pm. Have a drink or play the poker ...

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Canberra Olympic Pool and Inshape Health Club

The Olympic outdoor pool is ideal for keeping cool in the hot summer months. It’s covered and heated in winter so you can swim whatever the season. A minimum of two swimming lanes are open to the general public at all times. Toddler and dive pools are open during Summer. Their Health Club is great for all levels of fitness and abilities. Make use of pin-loaded strength equipment, free weights and Olympic bars. The Cardio Theatre is decked out with all the machines you'll need to get hot and s...

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Capital Golf Club

Play on this flourishing 18 hole course in Narrabundah. Hire a cart for a more leisurely approach to the game. Capital Golf Club has excellent grass greens and fairways. Take advantage of their Pro shop, hire equipment, golf equipment, motorised carts, club house, catering and corporate golf. Players are welcome seven days a week. Bookings are essential on weekends and public holidays.

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Corin Forest Mountain Retreat

Corin Forest is a year round recreation facility with an emphasis on mountain sports and activities. Corin is located 45 minutes drive from central Canberra on a sealed road. These exciting rides set in Corin Forest's natural, Australian mountain bushland setting make a unique and unforgettable experience. Picnic on the grassy verges of a tranquil pond or dine in the cafe. In winter the cafe has a roaring open fire, creating a cosy atmosphere for those not involved in snowplay.

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Dickson Aquatic Centre

Come and enjoy the pools set amongst beautiful shady trees, beach volleyball courts, a Massage Centre, café and not to mention free car parking. Take in the beautiful fresh air and sunshine and cool off from the searing summer heat. Let the kids loose on the childrens' water slide. Relax with a weekend or afternoon barbeque with friends and family. Benefit from the vigour and solitude of some lap swimming for fitness or training. The coolest place to swim, splash and play all summer long!

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Eddison Park Disc Golf Course

Disc Golf is played at Eddison Park using the same concepts as club/ball golf, except you throw a disc (frisbee) from tee-off to hole. The hole is an elevated metal basket, into which the disc lands. It is free flying frisbee fun. Open to play disc golf at any time with your own disc or frisbee. Makeup your own course by playing from hole to hole through trees or around them. Bring your own Discs/Frisbees or contact Greg for Disc hire and/or coaching. Caters for groups up to 20.

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Fadden Pines Playground

Take the family for a drive through suburban Canberra to get to this adventure playground. There is plenty of room for the kids to run around among the trees. Take your skateboards. Have a picnic. Make use of the free barbeques and sheltered areas. Public toilet and parking spaces are available.

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Fairbairn Golf Club

Keep your game up at the Fairbairn Golf Club while you're on holidays. See how your fare on their 18 hole, par 71 course. Bookings are preferable. Dress rules apply on the course and within the clubhouse. Clothes must be neat and tidy. Quality jeans are acceptable. Track suit style pants, beach and football shorts, thongs, sandals, boots, and collarless t-shirts aren't accepted at the Club. The Clubhouse is open most days of the year, generally from 10am to 5pm.

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Federal Golf Club

Take a drive up to the Red Hill Lookout to get a spectacular view of the city and discover the world class Federal Golf Club set amongst the natural surrounds of the Canberra Nature Park. Nestled at the base of Red Hill, Federal Golf Club is one of Australia's premier inland courses. The golf course challenges players of all skill levels with its 6,312 par 73 layout, while the clubhouse offers solace or reward after the game. Function facilities are available for up to 200 guests, overlook...

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Forest Park Riding and Equitation School

Take a trail ride or learn to ride just 10 minutes drive from the city. Helmets and boots are available. Private lessons are by appointment on weekdays. Take a special lesson/trail ride package on a Wednesday or Friday morning. Start with a one hour group lesson, followed by a one hour trail ride. Ideal for intermediate to advanced adult riders. Relaxing, supervised rides are also taken to Stromlo Forest. These one or two hour rides cater for experienced and beginner riders. Horses are a w...

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Gold Creek Country Club

This 18 hole international standard championship course was designed by renowned golfer and course architect Bruce Devlin. Gold Creek Country Club’s par 72 layout exposes generous fairways and hidden challenges including water hazards and subtle greens. There are also three practice holes. Carved amongst a growing residential development the course offers sanctuary from the outside world. Gold Creek Country Club also offers a health club with swimming pool, spa facilities, fully equiped gym...

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Gooromon Park Riding School

Do something different on your trip to the capital. Learn to ride at an Accredited Australian Horse Riding Centre. Gooromon Park Riding School offers individual and group lessons for all levels of riders in a safe fun environment. Try one of their lessons for absolute beginners. They cater for ages six to sixty. Boots and helmets are provided. Bookings are essential. Follow your lesson with an onsite treat at the Homestead Cafe. The cafe is open for breakfast, lunch and afternoon tea Frid...

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Grand Prix Karting

Enjoy the thrills of indoor go-kart racing in a safe and professional environment. Adult, junior and dual karts available. Get computerised lap timing around over 200 metres of indoor track. Try your hand at one of the many arcade games or have a game of pool while you’re waiting to race. Use their barbecue facilities, or order drinks and snacks over the counter. Gourmet coffee available.

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Griffin Centre Skate Park

Let the kids burn off some energy at this skate park in the heart of the city. Griffin Skate Park is only a minute’s walk from multi-level shopping, dining and cinemas at the Canberra Centre and the North Quarter. There is plenty of car parking nearby or civic bus interchange is only a five minute walk.

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Gungahlin Lakes Golf and Community Club

North of the city centre, Gungahlin Lakes is one of Canberra’s newest courses and presents a challenge to golfers of all levels with lakes, ponds and water carriers on most holes. The golf course offers corporate golf facilities, spike bar and pro shop. Course facilities include a bar and lounge, function area, restaurant and pokie lounge. Gungahlin Lakes offers great hospitality facilities including the renowned Lakes Restaurant which offers fantastic value and variety.

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Magpies Belconnen Golf Club

You are always welcome at Magpies Belconnen Golf Club. Play this well-groomed 18 hole public course during your stay in Canberra. Clubs and buggies are available for hire. The tree-lined par 72 course is one of the most challenging public courses in the ACT Monaro District, whatever your golfing ability. For all social play please contact the Pro Shop in advance for a tee time. Jonathan Hickman, the resident professional conducts individual or group golf lessons on a regular basis. The fully...

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Manuka Pool

Combine your love of art deco architecture with your love of water - or just go swimming. The historic Manuka Pool was completed in 1930. It is an exceptional work of Federal Art Deco style designed by Principal Architect E.H. Henderson. The pool is set on two hectares of grassland. Enjoy the 30 metre main pool, a shaded toddlers pool and the 'SS Red Duck' pirate ship playground.

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Murrumbidgee Country Club

Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Brindabella Ranges the par 72 Murrumbidgee Country Club is a long course that allows players to open their shoulders in the great outdoors. Expansive views and the natural surrounds make it hard to believe that you are only 15 minutes from the city. Murrumbidgee is a public access course which challenges all levels of golfers. There are full locker room facilities, a licensed bar, poker machines and a lounge area. Their resident professional off...

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National Equestrian Centre - Kerrabee

The National Equestrian Centre’s indoor riding school means you can ride whatever the weather. Casual riders and absolute beginners are welcome. They offer training right through to advanced levels in all disciplines, including equestrian vaulting. Enjoy the spectacular country setting of their outdoor arenas. Take a trail ride on the property Kerrabee or go for longer rides to Stromlo. The centre offers national and international accreditation. Make use of their kiosk and saddlery.

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Phillip Ice Skating Centre

Get your skates on in the nation's capital. This is the perfect remedy for a super hot Canberra day, or just great fun at any time of the year. Lessons and skate hire are all available on site. All you have to do is wear some warm clothes. Long pants on the ice are definately best for beginners!

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Phillip Swimming Centre

Head to Phillip Swimming Centre in the warmer months. Get active in the heated 50 metre eight lane swimming pool. Younger children can choose from two smaller pools. Their toddler's pool has an attractive solar protection canopy. Zoom down the children’s free waterslide for the children. Take a break from the sun and play video games. Make the most of the public barbeque facilities. Their kiosk sells hot and cold snack food and drinks, confectionery and ice creams. Get to Phillip Swimming Cent...

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RMC Golf Club

This nine hole course sits within the picturesque grounds of the Royal Military College of Australia at Duntroon. Membership is open to the general public. The course challenges and caters to players of all skill levels. All players are made welcome in a friendly and congenial environment. Bookings are essential. Course availability for the public varies. Contact the club for available times. Hire your clubs and/or a buggy on the course.

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Royal Canberra Golf Club

The 27 hole layout at the private Royal Canberra Golf Club is one of the best in the country; rated 12th in Australia by Australian Golf Digest. Pines, birch, cedar and Australian natives give a truly sensory experience. The local mob of kangaroos and fantastic views of Lake Burley Griffin add to the occasion. The Royal Canberra Golf Club is a private members' club. Access for play is restricted almost exclusively to members and members of reciprocal clubs and their guests. Consideration can...

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Stromlo Forest Park

Stromlo Forest Park is a world-class mutli-use, recreational sporting facility available to both recreational and professional users. The park boasts a purpose built event pavilion, criterium cycling circuit, grass cross country running track and mountain bike tracks to suit any level of rider. Stromlo Forest Park also has various trails suitable for equestrian riders, runners and walkers keen on exploring the Canberra countryside. Drive there in ten minutes from the city.The main entrance to...

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The Cyber Bunker

Get the best features of outdoor golf indoors at the Cyber Bunker. Choose from 50 international courses. Warm up on the driving range, then play the first tee and your round a golf booth. Each holes’ image comes up on a giant screen. Various hitting mats simulate the fairway, rough, sand and green. Shots are simulated with a state-of-the-art infrared system, then measured in speed, distance, angle, direction and spin. Play 9 or 18 holes alone or with a group. Bring your own clubs, or hire ...

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Thoroughbred Park Canberra Racing Club - Horse Racing in the Nations Capital

Thoroughbred Park, home of horse racing in the Capital conducts 25 meetings a year, including the Melbourne Cup Race Day in November and the Black Opal Stakes in March. There's plenty of excitement on and off the track. Fashions on the field competitions for all ages take place throughout the year with fantastic prizes! Enjoy the famous carvery luncheon in the Black Opal Room or relax in the comfort of the Winning Post Bar. Use the facilities for your next function/conference. Race Day H...

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Yowani Country Club Incorporated

This popular and interesting layout provides something special for all players. The par 72, 6242 metre course boasts finely framed fairways, generous greens, subtle bunkering and a several water challenges for golfers wanting to put their game to the test. Visitors are welcome seven days, clubs and buggies available for hire. Bookings required. Dress rules apply. Only minutes from the city, Yowani Country Club is also home to 24 self contained units, first class bowling greens and a restaurant...

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