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Canberra Museum and Gallery
Vacation Travel Guide

Whether you're a traveling creative or just someone who likes fine art, a day trip to Canberra Museum and Gallery will not let you down. Take a notebook or camera along with you and feel inspired by the different pieces on exhibit.

There's a fee to enter this collection of precious artworks, which is located in City East. But there's lots more to see around these parts than just Canberra Museum and Gallery. National Zoo and Aquarium, National Gallery of Australia and Australian War Memorial are also worth adding to your to-do list.

Top things to do in Canberra Museum and Gallery

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Canberra Day Tour From Sydney with Guide & Private Transfer

$695
Per adult
Canberra Day Tour From Sydney with Guide & Private Transfer
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National Museum of Australia Building & Architecture Tour

$11
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
National Museum of Australia Building & Architecture Tour
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Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight

$256
Per adult
Sunrise Hot Air Balloon Flight
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Canberra Scavenger Hunt: ART In Canberra, ACT

$20
Per adult
Canberra Scavenger Hunt: ART In Canberra, ACT
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Canberra Scavenger Hunt: Can I Get a Drink, Canberra

$20
Per adult
Canberra Scavenger Hunt: Can I Get a Drink, Canberra
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Canberra Brewery Winery and Distillery Tour

$123
Per adult
Canberra Brewery Winery and Distillery Tour
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Top Hotels Close to Canberra Museum and Gallery

Pacific Suites Canberra
Pacific Suites Canberra
4.5 out of 5
100 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is $115 per night from Jul 18 to Jul 18
Located in Canberra City Centre, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Canberra Museum and Gallery and Canberra Centre. Australian National University ...
4.2/5Excellent! (2,521 reviews)
"Dishwasher was broken"

Reviewed on Jun 13, 2021

Pacific Suites Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $118 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 11
Located in Canberra City Centre, this luxury hotel is within 2 mi (3 km) of Canberra Museum and Gallery, Australian War Memorial, and Australian National Botanic ...
4.7/5Exceptional! (942 reviews)
"Great city location, close to city centre, restaurants, cafes, shopping and popular tourist spots with spacious, clean and delightfully presented accommodation and friendly professional staff. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on Jun 8, 2021

Avenue Hotel Canberra
QT Canberra
QT Canberra
4 out of 5
1 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT
Free CancellationReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is $121 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 11
Located in Canberra City Centre, this hotel is within a 15-minute walk of Lake Burley Griffin, Australian National University, and Commonwealth Park. National ...
4.2/5Very Good! (962 reviews)
"The restaurant and bar are sensational - a great place to eat and relax. The room was a little dated and tired. The breakfast team appeared to be very understaffed and were struggling to serve everyone - however the quality of the food was still outstanding."

Reviewed on Jun 15, 2021

QT Canberra
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Popular places to visit in Canberra Museum and Gallery

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National Gallery of Australia

Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art. 

National Gallery of Australia
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Australian War Memorial

Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

Australian War Memorial
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Parliament House

Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions. 

Parliament House
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Commonwealth Park

Explore the great outdoors with a trip to Commonwealth Park, a popular green space in Canberra. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Commonwealth Park
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National Museum of Australia

Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewelry. 

National Museum of Australia
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Lake Burley Griffin

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Lake Burley Griffin

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Best Lodging Options Near Canberra Museum and Gallery

Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
3.5 out of 5
108 Northbourne Ave, Braddon, ACT
The price is $87 per night from Jun 27 to Jun 27
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Pacific Suites Canberra
Pacific Suites Canberra
4.5 out of 5
100 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is $115 per night from Jul 18 to Jul 18
Pacific Suites Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is $118 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 11
Avenue Hotel Canberra
QT Canberra
QT Canberra
4 out of 5
1 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT
The price is $121 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 11
QT Canberra
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is $132 per night from Jul 19 to Jul 19
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
The Sebel Canberra Civic
The Sebel Canberra Civic
4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is $142 per night from Jun 25 to Jun 25
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Deco Hotel
Deco Hotel
4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is $96 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 11
Deco Hotel
Novotel Canberra
Novotel Canberra
4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT
The price is $127 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 11
Novotel Canberra
Mantra on Northbourne
Mantra on Northbourne
4.5 out of 5
84 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is $109 per night from Jul 11 to Jul 11
Mantra on Northbourne
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