Australian Capital Territory
From Questacon to the National Dinosaur Museum and National Zoo and Aquarium, Canberra is bursting with fun things for families to do.
Day-trips from Canberra, Australian Capital Territory
From Monday 1 June 2020, travel between and throughout the Australian Capital Territory and New South Wales is permitted. There
What to do in Canberra with kids this winter
Heading to Canberra with kids? From the War Memorial to the Dinosaur museum, the Australian capital has loads of activities and events to keep the little ones entertained.
Canberra in 48 Hours
From zoo capers to art galleries and museums, there is something for everyone in crazy Canberra, our nation’s capital city.
5 fun hands-on learning centres
Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre Canberra ACT Every year this fantastic hands-on attraction welcomes over 400,000 visitors
9 top Aussie animal encounters
There are lots of places where you and the kids can get up close to Aussie animals…
Canberra’s Educational and Accessible Family Travel
Canberra may be Australia’s seat of politics but, over a weekend stay
Summer 2015 – School Holidays What’s On ACT, TAS, NT
ACT Spiders are taking over Questacon! Spiders will help you to unlock the secretive world of these captivating creatures.
Canberra’s Enlighten 2015 dazzles!
Light, colour, movement and family entertainment in the capital from 27 February!
The Royal Australian Mint – a national gem
The Royal Australian Mint is a fascinating day out for young and old …
Animal Thrills of a Lifetime!
A zoo and aquarium in one! Canberra’s fabulous National Zoo & Aquarium will delight the whole family!
Cool Runnings – Canberra in Winter
Canberra is a winter wonderland for families, so wrap up and embrace the chill in the nation’s capital!
Canberra, Consider Yourself Cool
Canberra, the nation’s capital, was recently voted the second most liveable city in Australia after Adelaide.
Commonwealth Park
Commonwealth Park wraps around the northern side of Canberra’s Lake Burley Griffin, and is home to a monster-sized fort complete with slides and tunnels for the kiddies.
Cockington Green Gardens
This meticulously manicured miniature world, located in Canberra’s Gold Creek tourist precinct, is an absolute nirvana for toddlers and their parents.
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