Attractions in Canberra

Places

• Australian Parliament House

  Capital Hill

  Seat of the federal Parliament. VisitCanberra says entry is free, with guided tours and booking for the question session (Question Time). We could not see the price of the tours.

  Free
  Directions

• Royal Australian Mint

  Deakin

  The Royal Australian Mint, at 62-114 Denison Street. Open Monday to Friday from 8:30 to 17:00, and weekends and public holidays from 10:00 to 16:00. It closes on Good Friday and Christmas.

  Free
  Directions

• National Zoo & Aquarium

  Weston Creek

  Zoo and aquarium at 999 Lady Denman Drive. Open every day except Christmas, from 9:30 to 17:00. VisitCanberra gives indicative prices from A$48 to A$55.

  Directions

• Cockington Green Gardens

  Nicholls

  Gardens with miniature buildings from around the world and a small steam train, at 11 Gold Creek Road. Open every day from 9:30 to 17:00, with last entry at 16:15. Closed on Christmas Day and 26 December.

  From A$26Adult, general admission. Fare in force since 1 April 2026., seen on 5 Nov 2026
  Directions

• Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex

  Tidbinbilla

  Deep space communications complex, with a visitor centre at 421 Discovery Drive. VisitCanberra says entry is free.

  Free
  Directions

Details and prices seen on official websites on 5 Nov 2026. They may change, so check before booking. No link on this page pays us. Own a business here? For businesses.