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Discover Canberra

Australia’s capital of nature, culture, and unforgettable experiences.

Welcome to Canberra — a city where lakes meet mountains, where culture thrives, and where every season brings something new to explore. Whether you're visiting, relocating, or simply curious, Canberra offers a lifestyle that’s relaxed, inspiring, and full of discovery.

Outdoor Festival Scene

Seasonal Events That Bring the City to Life

Canberra comes alive throughout the year with vibrant seasonal events. In spring, Floriade transforms the city with millions of blooms, followed by the magical Enlighten Festival and its illuminated projections. Autumn brings the National Multicultural Festival, while March skies fill with colour during the Canberra Balloon Spectacular. Even winter has its charm with cozy markets and city‑wide celebrations. Each season offers something unforgettable to experience.

Nature Hike Couple

Nature at Your Doorstep

Canberra is one of the greenest cities in the world — and you feel it everywhere.

Experience:

  • Sunrise walks around Lake Burley Griffin

  • Bush trails in the National Arboretum

  • Picnics at Commonwealth Park

  • Weekend hikes up Mount Ainslie or Red Hill

Nature isn’t an escape here — it’s part of everyday life.

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National Zoo & Aquarium

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Canberra is also home to the National Zoo & Aquarium, a unique wildlife experience where you can get up close with native animals, big cats, giraffes, and marine life. With spacious enclosures and memorable animal encounters, it’s a favorite for families, nature lovers, and anyone wanting to explore Canberra’s wild side.

Food Festival

Culture, Food & Local Life

Canberra’s cultural scene is rich, modern, and proudly local.

Explore:

  • The National Gallery of Australia

  • The Australian War Memorial

  • Boutique cafés and roasteries

  • Local wineries in Murrumbateman

  • Weekend markets full of handmade goods and fresh produce

There’s always something happening — exhibitions, festivals, food events, and community celebrations.

In the suburbs

Neighbourhoods with Personality

Each district has its own charm:

  • Braddon — colourful, creative, full of cafés and street art

  • Kingston & Manuka — elegant dining and boutique shopping

  • Belconnen — lakeside living with a lively town centre

  • Gungahlin — modern, family‑friendly, and fast‑growing

  • Woden & Weston Creek — peaceful, central, and well‑connected

  • Tuggeranong — spacious, scenic, and close to nature

Tourists in Australia

Easy to Explore

Canberra is simple to navigate — everything is close, calm, and connected.

  • Short drives between districts

  • Light rail through the north

  • Reliable bus network

  • Excellent cycling paths

  • Plenty of parking

Exploring the city feels effortless.

A Warm Welcome Awaits

Canberra is more than a capital — it’s a community. People here are friendly, open, and always ready to help newcomers settle in.

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