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About Canberra

Canberra is the city that Federation created. Founded in 1913, Australia’s Capital is unique in that it was planned from the beginning as a garden city. It is sometimes referred to as the bush capital because pockets of bushland reserve extend almost to the city centre and over half of the Australian Capital Territory. Over half of the city is parkland & open space dotted with picnic areas. Australia's national government sits here, as does the highest court of Australia. Many of the most important monuments in the country are located in Canberra and they're visited by millions of people each year. Some of these attractions include the Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, the National Gallery of Australia & National Museum of Australia. Canberra has five sign-posted Tourist Drives which take in most of the sights. Each begins at the City Hill Lookout, and three concentrate on the central area of Canberra, while the others take in the popular stops on the city outskirts & beyond.

When to Visit Canberra

The four seasons in Canberra are very distinct, but there's a lot of sunshine year-round. Spring and Autumn are possibly the best time to visit (Sept-Nov and Mar-May). There's a magnificent display of russet and golden foliage as the hot, dry summer cools to balmy temperatures. Spring is warm, colourful and invigorating. Summers are hot and winters can get pretty cold (occasionally with snow).

Getting Around Canberra

Canberra is located 300 kilometres from Sydney and 655 kilometres from Melbourne and is accessible by road, train and air transport. Canberra Airport is located approximately a 15 minute drive from the city. Public Transport, which include buses and taxis are in abundance and because Canberra is a planned city getting around by car is easy. The roads are excellent and signage made simple and obvious.

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RESTAURANTS & DINING HIGHLIGHTS - VIEW ALL

Bambusa Asian Cuisine Manuka

Bambusa Asian Cuisine Manuka

Putting an innovative twist on traditional Asian cuisine, Bambusa Asian Cuisine brings a fresh, excitin...

The Boat House By The Lake Barton

The Boat House By The Lake Barton

Overlooking Lake Burley Griffin, The Boat House by the Lake is the perfect place to relax and enjo...

Le Rendezvous Manuka

Le Rendezvous Manuka

Traditional and modern Italian cuisine amidst a warm and welcoming environment, Le Rendezvous is an ideal locat...

Alto Acton

Alto Acton

Alto is just 10 minutes drive from the centre of Canberra and has breathtaking views to accompany excellent food enjoyed ...

ATTRACTIONS & TOURISM HIGHLIGHTS - VIEW ALL

Lake Burley Griffin Canberra City

Lake Burley Griffin Canberra City

Created in 1963 after the Molonglo River was dammed, Lake Burley Griffin is Canberra's centerpiece...

Australian War Memorial Campbell

Australian War Memorial Campbell

An acronym for the Australian New Zealand Army Corps, the ANZACs are highly respected in Australia ...

Parliament House Canberra City

Parliament House Canberra City

If politics should make an appearance throughout your holiday, it is best experienced in the form of ...

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17 of June 2012
Shiraz Sunday Lunch | The Kitchen Cabinet
Clonakilla master winemaker Tim Kirk is our special guest for a wonderful winter solstice Sunday lunch. Enjoy caramelised vegetables, spiced duck, sticky cassoulet and steamed fruit pudding with - of...

16 of September 2012
Eat My Words | The Kitchen Cabinet
A celebration of food writing at its best, with Canberra's own Marion Halligan telling table tales over dishes straight from the pages of one of her own favorite books, Elizabeth David's "A Book of ...

18 of November 2012
Mixed Grill | The Kitchen Cabinet
Canberra's own regional farmers come to lunch to take us on a tour of their farms and tell how they are developing 'whole farm' management to nourish the land - and produce the fine quality biodynamic...

14 of October 2012
Make the World a Better Place | The Kitchen Cabinet
Our Spring Sunday Lunch is inspired by the leading Australian chefs who promote humane and sustainable food production, featuring stories and food for the future drawn from "It tastes Better" $60.0...

12 of August 2012
The Chocolate Maker | The Kitchen Cabinet
Peter Edmunds from Canberra's own Lindsay and Edmunds shows chocolate is more than mere indulgance. With the great French chocolatier as his inspiration and an emphasis on quality organic ingredients...

16 of February 2012 - 30 of June 2012
Early Bird Special | Peppered Prawn
Seafood Tasting Tower for 2 $50 Presented on a 2 tiered stand with a fabulous selection of our popular choices including, Enticing selection of hervey bay scallops, drunken oysters, salt& pepper squi...

22 of May 2011 - 31 of August 2012
AGFG Winter Degustation Special | Alto
For a limited time, AGFG readers can enjoy Alto's 5 course degustation including matched wines for $99 (usually priced at $155). Available for Monday to Thursday nights. To take advantage of th...

8 of July 2012
Truffle Time | The Kitchen Cabinet
A highlight of the Canberra calendar is the spectacular seccess of local truffieres like Sherry McArdle-English, who tells of this seasons experiences in growing and harvesting fine truffles in the Ca...

9 of December 2012
Cherry Christmas Lunch | The Kitchen Cabinet
A favorite festive feast for Kitchen Cabinet friends as our summer harvest of cherries and berries announce it is Christmas - and time for holidays! $60.00 per person- Early bookings essential

21 of May 2012 - 30 of June 2012
LUNCH SPECIALS | Blu Ginger Canberra
Tandoori Express served with garlic naan, salad and fresh lime drink from $13.90 - Available Mon-fri lunch only, excludes public holiday. No split bills. Corkage 2.50 per person all prices include GS...

27 of April 2011 - 27 of May 2012
Functions | Pod Food
Surrounded by beautiful gardens, Pod Food offers an ideal setting for an intimate lunch, high tea, cocktail party, wedding or corporate function.

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