ACT Travel Guides

Southern Parks

There are many parks in the south of Canberra that are popular with locals and visitors alike. One is Eddison Park. The design of this park...

National Rose Gardens

The historic rose gardens around Old Parliament House are a must see for lovers of gardens. Amongst the stunning displays are rose bushes that...

Namadgi National Park

Located south of Canberra in the northern end of the Australian Alps, Namadgi National Park is 105 900 hectares, making up more than half of the...

Kambah Pool to Pine Island Walking Trail

Situated alongside the Murrumbidgee River, Kambah Pool to Pine Island offers a 7 km marked walking trail.

The magnificent Red Rocks Gorge...

Mount Painter

From two lookouts at the summit, Mount Painter offers wonderful views over Canberra and the Brindabellas.

Fadden Pines

Margaret Timpson Park

Located in the Belconnen Town Centre, the park is a popular place for locals. A key feature is the pedestrian path system which provides the key...

Cooleman Ridge

Situated between Chapman and Kambah, Cooleman Ridge is about 3.5 km long with an area of 187 ha.

Offering extensive views over Canberra...

Mount Ainslie Lookout

Remembrance Nature Park

Situated in Ainslie, Remembrance Nature Park commemorates the signing of the armistice along with the Aboriginal people who served in the armed...

Mount Pleasant Lookout

Not far from Mount Ainslie, Mount Pleasant offers beautiful views over Lake Burley Griffin, the Duntroon Royal Military College and Jerrabomberra...

Kippara Recreation Area

Part of the Kippara State Forest, the Kippara recreation area is deep swimming hole in the Wilson River. Reknowned for its beauy within peaceful...

Point Hut Pond

Black Mountain Peninsula

Like all things Canberra, Black Mountain Peninsula has been recreated and redeveloped - transformed into something wonderful. Up until the 1960s...

Murrumbidgee River Corridor

The mighty Murrumbidgee flows from the mountains in the south through some of the most spectacular country in the Australian Capital Territory...

Commonwealth Park

Take a walk or have a picnic in the beautifully landscaped Commonwealth Park, located in the city centre. Find interesting sculptures, hidden...

John Knight Memorial Park

Canberra Nature Parks (Northside)

Canberra Nature Park is the bush land that gives Australia's Capital city it's other name- the bush capital! The park is 30 separate areas...

Canberra Domestic Airport

Canberra International Airport is a first-class facility developed to serve the region's evolving transportation needs and to maximise the...