National Botanic Gardens

National Botanic Gardens covers 50 hectares that focus on over 5000 species of native flora. The misted rainforest is a highlight; there's a walk among medicinal plants used by the Aborigines; there are guided tours; and the eucalypt forest numbers over 500 species. More Info

Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial is a national shrine and museum with a fantastic collection of exhibits, militaria, relics and paintings documenting Australia's military history. More Info

Parliament House

Built into the peak of Capital Hill, is the focal point for the whole of Canberra. The interior incorporates Australian artworks and is designed to embody the spirit of democracy. Visitors can take a guided tour, have lunch on the terrace, or view the story of Australian democracy in the theatrette. More Info

Questacon

More like a movie set than a museum, Questacon, the National Science and Technology Centre, is a hands-on science centre which takes visitors through a maze of scientific knowledge. More Info

National Gallery of Australia

The National Gallery has the finest modern art collection in the southern hemisphere. It has more than 60,000 works which range from European Old Masters to contemporary Aboriginal artists, and is renowned for its inter-national blockbuster exhibitions and permanent gems. More Info

Australian Reptile Centre Canberra

Situated at Gold Creek, the Australian Reptile Centre Canberra provides a dynamic, professionally presented educational venue of all things reptilian. More Info