Canberra, Australia's capital city, is set against the dramatic backdrop of the Brindabella mountains, dusted with snow in winter, misty blue in summer. Canberra may be famous for its politics, art and history, but you'll also discover a city full of colour, life and activity.
It's all here - Australia's famous monuments and attractions, cosmopolitan nightlife, excellent accommodation, gourmet cuisine, sports, entertainment, magnificent art and a myriad of events and festivals.
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Blue skies, sunny days and clean fresh air are the recipe for a great day of sightseeing in the capital.
Take a hamper and have a picnic on the banks of Lake Burley Griffin, experience the wildside or go bushwalking at Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve, reach new heights in a balloon ride, or sip and savour Canberra's many wineries.
Discover the gems of Gold Creek Village, step back in time at Calthorpes' House, or grab a bargain at the Kingston Old Bus Depot Markets.
Visit capital treasures including the Australian War Memorial and its new Anzac Hall, Questacon - The National Science and Technology Centre, Parliament House, National Gallery of Australia, High Court of Australia and National Library.
Whether you like sport, flowers or cultural performances, there's an event to suit you in the national capital. Motorsport madness with the Subaru Rally of Canberra and GMC 400 V8 Supercar race, plus there's the National Folk Festival, Australian Science Festival, Floriade (the festival of flowers - a 30-day Spring floral extravaganza).
Canberra has everything for anybody - romance, adventure, sightseeing, luxury getaways. So go on, discover Australia's national capital! If you are not sure what you about what you are looking for, please send us an email and one of our friendly consultants will be happy to assist.
Selected images courtesy of Canberra Tourism & Events Corporation.
