Title: Things to Do in Australian Capital Territory in 2026 | Expedia.com # Things to do in Australian Capital Territory ## Find and book activities, attractions and tours ## Visit Australian Capital Territory Types of activities Where to stay [Australian Capital Territory Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Australian-Capital-Territory.dx11114) ![Parliament House showing an administrative buidling and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086767/8d8d6906-eb51-42b3-b86b-ab9ab007dab5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Parliament House showing an administrative buidling and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086767/8d8d6906-eb51-42b3-b86b-ab9ab007dab5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Australian War Memorial](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086755/2acdd516-2c7a-4026-94f7-b6e9070eea0a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Old Parliament House featuring interior views and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086759/2f374035-3b7d-413b-97f6-13a693329383.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Acton showing a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131234/0e83550c-4ba1-4d13-b4c7-445da07aa013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ### Australian Capital Territory Attractions Discover what makes Australian Capital Territory tick with the most popular [tours & day trips](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=11114&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=ToursDayTrips). 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cancellation available $95 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/canberra-best-of-wildlife-tour.a48213543.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49155300/a9a3b1fa-a6c1-4f79-b2ca-fc5bb0d82868.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay 2h Free cancellation available $91 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/pizza-paddle-dinner-kayak-tour-in-batemans-bay.a49155300.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Full Day Private Tour in Canberra from Canberra hotels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46954372/bb201f2e-7a65-48af-a399-5fd9ed4aee63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Tour in Canberra from Canberra hotels 7h $336 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-private-shore-tour-in-canberra.a46954372.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Astonishing Bar Crawl in Canberra: Can I Get a Drink Canberra](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50666630/be436fcc-f305-43e2-8a26-bc1297e645f9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Astonishing Bar Crawl in Canberra: Can I Get a Drink Canberra 1h 30m Free cancellation available $15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/canberra-bar-crawl-can-i-get-a-drink-canberra.a50666630.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![3 Hour Historical Tour of Canberra on VR BUS for Schools](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46573617/0adc8b92-7348-436f-98af-7fa51cfdf05b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Hour Historical Tour of Canberra on VR BUS for Schools 3h Free cancellation available $407 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hour-historical-tour-of-canberra-on-vr-bus-for-schools.a46573617.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1245003/82f4faa9-be51-4f13-95fb-ba2cc7b14cf2.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour 2h 9/10 18 Viator reviews $15 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/australian-institute-of-sport-the-ais-tour.a1245003.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5127585/67a30955-1f70-49cb-b932-6606e4f59959.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage 2h 9.8/10 8 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $46 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/spies-in-the-capital-women-in-espionage-walking-tour.a5127585.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/49151587/3becc57f-c8f4-4ad2-95c7-245826ebb289.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk 3d Free cancellation available $1,238 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/batemans-bay-3-day-murramarang-south-coast-walk.a49151587.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![National Dinosaur Museum - Entry Ticket](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/51143122/44c37d35-b11f-4d3b-9773-725126027521.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### National Dinosaur Museum - Entry Ticket Free cancellation available $18 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/national-dinosaur-museum-entry-ticket-skip-the-queue.a51143122.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ### Private & custom tours [See all 10 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&filter.categories=Privatecustomtours) ![Full Day Private Tour in Canberra from Canberra hotels](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46954372/bb201f2e-7a65-48af-a399-5fd9ed4aee63.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Tour in Canberra from Canberra hotels 7h $336 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-private-shore-tour-in-canberra.a46954372.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![3 Hour Historical Tour of Canberra on VR BUS for Schools](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46573617/0adc8b92-7348-436f-98af-7fa51cfdf05b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### 3 Hour Historical Tour of Canberra on VR BUS for Schools 3h Free cancellation available $407 includes taxes & fees per traveler\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/3-hour-historical-tour-of-canberra-on-vr-bus-for-schools.a46573617.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Discover Gems of Canberra: Private Full-Day Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3352208/029bcd79-34dc-441c-8d23-4ab06664f4af.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Gems of Canberra: Private Full-Day Tour 8h Free cancellation available $2,243 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-gems-of-canberra-private-full-day-tour.a3352208.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Wings & Wilds of Canberra: Tidbinbilla Half-Day Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46504442/b43b5568-8a41-4f34-8c83-777fa3c2372a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Wings & Wilds of Canberra: Tidbinbilla Half-Day Private Tour 4h Free cancellation available $2,199 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/wings-wilds-of-canberra-tidbinbilla-half-day-private-tour.a46504442.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Canberra Murrumbateman Winery Expedition: Full Day Private tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46484733/9d7c6e8c-3aa7-404a-8378-4c787f0a9f9e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Canberra Murrumbateman Winery Expedition: Full Day Private tour 10h Free cancellation available $2,023 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/canberra-murrumbateman-winery-expedition-full-day.a46484733.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Enchanting Melbourne: A Private Family Walking Adventure](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48682290/613ebd9f-8fdc-4cb3-82aa-5cf127c55bab.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Enchanting Melbourne: A Private Family Walking Adventure 3h Free cancellation available $1,257 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/enchanting-melbourne-a-family-walking-adventure.a48682290.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Discover Canberra’s Heritage: A Full-Day Private Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46990815/e7535ccb-3c8a-41cd-a4b3-59d0e61ea090.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Discover Canberra’s Heritage: A Full-Day Private Tour 8h $961 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/discover-canberras-heritage-a-full-day-private-tour.a46990815.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Family Private Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48682285/0f1d4a72-15d9-45cb-a4b8-e025ce9e7467.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Family Private Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders 3h Free cancellation available $858 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/family-walking-tour-in-canberra-in-capital-wonders.a48682285.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Full Day Private Canberra Day Trip From Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50642454/0645b1e5-3503-4d10-91c2-9c550dafabc9.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Full Day Private Canberra Day Trip From Sydney 13h Free cancellation available $777 includes taxes & fees per adult\* \*Get lower prices by selecting more than 2 adults [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-private-canberra-day-trip-from-sydney.a50642454.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w Banquet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46342832/44b5635c-03cc-4630-b436-8f5bb2816d02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w Banquet 10h Free cancellation available $176 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/canberra-wineries-full-day-electric-vehicle-with-guided-tour.a46342832.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ### Attractions [See all 5 activities](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/search?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&filter.categories=Attractions) ![Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48439406/714471c7-7fcc-4a01-8b34-c8e48463ba46.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines 2h 30m Free cancellation available $49 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-tree-ropes-course-experience-in-majura-pines.a48439406.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1406727/83acbb24-77b5-46d9-bf30-28d15476aaf4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily) 3h Free cancellation available $44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ultimate-museum-experience-dine-tour-shop-1pm-daily.a1406727.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1403669/22647bfb-75d9-4a21-b2a7-2ccc5fa44bb6.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily) 3h 10/10 2 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $44 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/ultimate-museum-experience-tour-dine-shop-10am-daily.a1403669.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1404447/2ace564f-f24c-4724-a785-bb7322b688c5.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily 1h 9.8/10 6 Viator reviews Free cancellation available $14 includes taxes & fees per adult [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/building-architecture-tour-10am-daily.a1404447.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ![Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50035630/306915a1-1698-49c5-86a3-8ecc19f59eba.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=500&rh=280) ### Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course 2h 30m Free cancellation available $27 includes taxes & fees per child [](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/canberra-junior-tree-ropes-course.a50035630.activity-details?&rid=11114&location=Australian+Capital+Territory&swp=off) ## What to do in Australian Capital Territory - For free - With kids ### Free Things to Do in Australian Capital Territory Leave your wallet in the hotel room. It's easy to amuse yourself in Australian Capital Territory without spending a cent. **Namadgi National Park** \- Be prepared for views that'll amaze you at this natural landscape. **Namadgi National Park** \- Organize a picnic date and enjoy a leisurely stroll around the trees and shrubs. ### Things to Do in Australian Capital Territory with Kids Taking a break with the youngsters? You'll find loads of activities in Australian Capital Territory that'll keep your little adventurers entertained. Try out these [family friendly experiences](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/en/search?rid=11114&rfrr=ATG.LP.BodyContent&categories=Family%20Friendly): - [Capture Canberra Photography Tours](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/capture-canberra-photography-tours.a2208881.activity-details) - [Full-Day Pebbly Beach & Batemans Bay Tour with Kayaking](https://www.expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-pebbly-beach-batemans-bay-tour-with-kayaking.a482752.activity-details) --- Looking for sports, concerts, or theater events in Australian Capital Territory? [Search event tickets](https://www.expedia.com/event-tickets/) to see what's happening today, or to plan what to do this weekend! --- --- ### Discover the most popular places to visit in Australian Capital Territory ![Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086767/b96d5378-5a5e-49ef-af8a-fd1c3cecd00c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parliament House 4.5/5(48 reviews) Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions. [](https://expedia.com/Parliament-House-Capital-Hill.d6086767.Vacation-Attraction) ![Belconnen Town Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215777/8618d26b-8f26-4930-b330-0f3f5be8f5c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canberra Centre 4.5/5(44 reviews) During your trip to Canberra, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Centre-Canberra-City-Centre.d6215777.Vacation-Attraction) ![The University of Melbourne with Old Arts Clock-tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086751/542ced9b-e815-4c03-924c-73b383d2b27e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian National University 4.5/5(25 reviews) Explore the campus of Australian National University, during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Australian-National-University-Acton.d6086751.Vacation-Attraction) ![Australian War Memorial showing a pond and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086755/4b8af4ce-c82a-4b1d-a3d8-8373a20a4d94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian War Memorial 5/5(54 reviews) Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks. [](https://expedia.com/Australian-War-Memorial-Campbell.d6086755.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336199/20b2eb1e-1250-4c85-8131-3f711ec600a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Burley Griffin 4.5/5(22 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Burley-Griffin-Acton.d6336199.Vacation-Attraction) ![National Gallery of Australia which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086757/dead227d-84d3-4f97-992e-578d09788cd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Gallery of Australia 4.5/5(34 reviews) Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art. [](https://expedia.com/National-Gallery-Of-Australia-Parkes.d6086757.Vacation-Attraction) ![Questacon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086789/ae45871f-2a21-44cd-ba3a-401b884e22a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Questacon 4.5/5(6 reviews) Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre. [](https://expedia.com/Questacon-Parkes.d6086789.Vacation-Attraction) ![National Museum of Australia which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086763/6d27da5f-0820-4238-8909-3f599ab8a081.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Museum of Australia 4.5/5(41 reviews) Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewelry. [](https://expedia.com/National-Museum-Of-Australia-Acton.d6086763.Vacation-Attraction) ![Old Parliament House](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086759/5467dbf9-b45d-4d2a-b763-7409d7af543a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Old Parliament House 4.5/5(17 reviews) Tour this building to see where Australian politicians met and debated for over 60 years and learn about the history and workings of Australian democracy. [](https://expedia.com/Old-Parliament-House-Parkes.d6086759.Vacation-Attraction) ### Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in Australian Capital Territory ![D CANberra Mt Pan closer uWide](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633975834849/005dbdb4-a12f-4cd9-8b5d-3d6a2bbf489d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Canberra City Centre 4/5(56 area reviews) The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Canberra City Centre. A stop by Canberra Museum and Gallery or Canberra Theatre Centre might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Canberra-City-Centre.dx553248633975834849) ![Braddon showing landscape views, a sunset and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7372/488c6b4e-9935-4811-8547-2b3841bfff3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Braddon Marvel at the urban renaissance of this up-and-coming neighborhood known for its award-winning food and drink, as well as handmade crafts and sophisticated design. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Braddon.dx7372) ![Kingston which includes modern architecture and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180366/d826ee46-9958-423e-a87b-12803a5ca4c6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kingston The buildings of this foreshore, once a Canberra industrial hub, have been transformed into a welcoming urban lakeside community. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Kingston.dx180366) ![Panoramic view of Belconnen town centre looking across Lake Ginninderra on a sunny day in Canberra, the capital of Australia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6051978/2dfa1763-5a1b-486b-a196-8e2955b0a092.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Belconnen Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Bargang while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Belconnen.dx6051978) ![Spring is here 😎](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181555/15780e69-bc7c-4008-963e-8792c7b13215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Narrabundah You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Narrabundah and you might want to plan a stop by Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre while you're in the area. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Narrabundah.dx181555) ![Parliament house Canberra Australia at Sunset](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7631/b5a02d76-b3f5-4453-b84f-5ceed64c19d2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Queanbeyan Visitors to Queanbeyan enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Queanbeyan.dx7631) --- Looking for fun things to do nearby? 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