Things to do in West Canberra

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CHILDS PLAY AT THE NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA With spectacular views across the hillside, it’s a lovely setting for the kids to burn off some excess energy and where you can sit and enjoy a cuppa. The Arboretum is a place for learning about and growing trees. On the grounds there is the Pods playground and the National Bonsai and Penjing Garden. There is no entry fee; however, the car park has a pay station, $2.00 for an hour or $7.50 for the whole day (9am to 5pm).
CHILDS PLAY AT THE NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA With spectacular views across the hillside, it’s a lovely setting for the kids to burn off some excess energy and where you can sit and enjoy a cuppa. The Arboretum is a place for learning about and growing trees. On the grounds there is the Pods playground and the National Bonsai and Penjing Garden. There is no entry fee; however, the car park has a pay station, $2.00 for an hour or $7.50 for the whole day (9am to 5pm).
CHILDS PLAY AT THE NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA Our main interest was the playground. We consider this an architectural masterpiece and well worth the visit. ‪#‎Arboretum‬#Canberra#PlaygroundFun#BonsaiandPenjingGarden
CHILDS PLAY AT THE NATIONAL ARBORETUM CANBERRA With spectacular views across the hillside, it’s a lovely setting for the kids to burn off some excess energy and where you can sit and enjoy a cuppa. The Arboretum is a place for learning about and growing trees. On the grounds there is the Pods playground and the National Bonsai and Penjing Garden. There is no entry fee; however, the car park has a pay station, $2.00 for an hour or $7.50 for the whole day (9am to 5pm). I had a chance to walk into the Arboretum… There is a large restaurant/café with views across Canberra and a gift emporium. Heading through and out the other side is the National Bonsai and Penjing Garden. If you are into Bonsai, this is a very impressive collection. ‪#‎Arboretum‬#Canberra#PlaygroundFun#BonsaiandPenjingGarden
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Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

Activity duration is 12 hours and 30 minutes
8.8 out of 10 with 52 reviews
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥21,728 per adult
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3 Hour Historical Tour of Canberra on VR BUS for Schools

3 Hour Historical Tour of Canberra on VR BUS for Schools

Activity duration is 3 hours
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥62,891 per traveler*
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Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
Free cancellation available
Price is ￥7,534 per adult
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Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Activity duration is 2 hours and 30 minutes
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Price is ￥7,534 per adult
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What to do in West Canberra

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National Arboretum Canberra which includes farmland, landscape views and tranquil scenes

National Arboretum Canberra

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Take the family on an outing to National Arboretum Canberra during your trip to Canberra. Check out the shops and charming cafes in this romantic area.

National Arboretum Canberra
Royal Australian Mint showing interior views as well as a large group of people

Royal Australian Mint

Visit the building where every single coin in the country is made, learn about the production process and browse through a huge collection of coins.

Royal Australian Mint

National Zoo and Aquarium

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Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea life you'll find at National Zoo and Aquarium during your visit to Canberra. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

National Zoo and Aquarium

Embassy of Netherlands

After visiting Embassy of Netherlands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Embassy of Netherlands

Royal Canberra Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Canberra at Royal Canberra Golf Club. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Royal Canberra Golf Club

Embassy of Israel

After visiting Embassy of Israel, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Discover the restaurants and art scene in this relaxing area.

Embassy of Israel

Canberra Mosque

After visiting Canberra Mosque, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Canberra Mosque

Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Stroll along the lakeside or visit the shops in this family-friendly area.

Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands

Embassy of Greece

Embassy of Greece is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the restaurants and art scene in this relaxing area.

Embassy of Greece

Discover the most popular landmarks and neighborhoods in West Canberra

Aerial panorama of Tuggeranong Parkway passing near National Arboretum and Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra, Australia

Curtin

Shopping and restaurants are some things travelers note about Curtin. Check out Royal Australian Mint or Canberra Nature Park while you're familiarizing yourself with the larger area.

Curtin
New tree planting along the road at Weston Park. New tree planting with stakes along the road going down to the lake at Weston Park

Weston

While visiting Weston, you might make a stop by sights like ACT Baha'i Centre and Molonglo River Reserve.

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Holder

Holder might not have many top sights, but Stromlo Forest Park and Narrabundah Hill Reserve are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Holder

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Parliament House showing an administrative buidling and landscape views

Canberra

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