Things to do in East Canberra
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Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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.
Lake Burley Griffin
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.
Old Parliament House
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.
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What are the best things to do in East Canberra?
We can’t wait to show you some of the best things to do in East Canberra – they range from luxurious day trips to hair-raising action adventures and vibrant cultural events, with plenty of culinary highlights thrown in to keep you wanting more. Some of the most popular activities that East Canberra tourism has to offer include:
- Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
- eSIM: Airalo Australian Package
- Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay
- Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing Tour in Canberra
- Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
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We make it transparent and easy to see whether you can cancel your activity booking in East Canberra. The words “Fully refundable” in green next to the image on the activity listing give you the freedom to change your mind later. Even if the activity you’ve planned isn't fully refundable, it’s often easy enough to change the dates without incurring any additional fees – just make sure to carefully check this before you book.