What to do and see in Australian Capital Territory, Australia: The Best Architectural Buildings

April 6, 2022 Mikaela Didonna

The Australian Capital Territory (ACT; known as the Federal Capital Territory until 1938) is Australia's federal district, located in the south-east of the country and enclaved within the state of New South Wales. It contains Canberra, the capital city of Australia.
Restaurants in Australian Capital Territory

1. National Museum of Australia

Lawson Crescent Acton Peninsula, Canberra 2601 Australia +61 1800 026 132 [email protected] http://www.nma.gov.au
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4.5 based on 2,008 reviews

National Museum of Australia

Discover where Australia’s stories come alive at the National Museum of Australia. Located on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, the Museum’s stunning architecture offers visitors an extraordinary place to explore the rich and diverse stories of Australia and its people.

Reviewed By PantaOz - Wuxi, China

Great place to learn about the history of this great country, and especially the Australian Aboriginal culture and people. We had fun... family of two adults and two kids can stay there all day, especially at the kids' interactive part where most of the Canberra schools take their youngsters. Exhibitions: great., service: great... shopping: great... atmosphere: great... price: great - it is free entry! If you need a taxi later, the desk will kindly ring for you. Smiles everywhere!

2. Australian Parliament House

The Parliamentary Triangle, Canberra 2600 Australia +61 2 6277 5399 [email protected] http://www.aph.gov.au/Visit_Parliament
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4.5 based on 3,803 reviews

Australian Parliament House

The home of Australia's Parliament and the meeting place of a nation, Australian Parliament House offers visitors to Canberra a unique experience. Visit Parliament House and experience Australia's robust democracy in action. You can watch Question Time, see bills being debated, and sit in on committee inquiries as current issues are explored in detail. You'll also find some of Australia's finest historical treasures and contemporary art on display throughout the building, and in our permanent and temporary exhibitions. You’re welcome at the meeting place of our nation. Parliament House is open every day except Christmas Day. Non-sitting days 9am-5pm Sitting days Mon-Tue 9am-6pm, Wed-Thu 8.30am-6pm

Reviewed By mancinellifamily - Wood Wood, Australia

A great clean city with lots of free activities, Parliament House was a definite must see and the rest of Canberra is just beautiful in Autumn leaves, fantastic gardens, perfect weather

3. ANZAC Memorial Chapel of St Paul

Corner Robert Campbell Road & Miles Road, Canberra 2004 Australia +61 2 6265 9711 http://rmcchapel.org.au
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4.5 based on 4 reviews

ANZAC Memorial Chapel of St Paul

4. Museum of Australian Democracy

Old Parliament House 18 King George Tce Old Parliament House, Canberra 2600 Australia +61 2 6270 8222 [email protected] http://www.moadoph.gov.au
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4.5 based on 1,268 reviews

Museum of Australian Democracy

Located in the nationally heritage listed Old Parliament House, MoAD is an inspiring experience in one of Australia’s most iconic buildings. Offering authentically restored heritage spaces, thought provoking exhibitions and fun family trails, there is something for everyone to enjoy. Wander through the restored Chambers and Prime Minister's suite, discover first hand stories of journalists in Truth, Power and a Free Press, laugh at the year's best political cartoons in Behind the Lines and more. Kids will enjoy the free daily facilitated craft activities in our PlayUP space. Open daily 9.00am–5.00pm (closed Christmas Day) Entry: Free

Reviewed By 674belindam - Sydney, Australia

Loved MoAD! Great to have a peek around Old Parliament House, and particularly look through the offices exactly as they were when Bob Hawke was Prime Minister - so very different from office work spaces now. Also being able to sit in the House of Representatives and the Senate was fabulous. There are also various exhibitions held here, which are interesting. We spent a while looking through the political cartoons of the previous year, which was great for a giggle.

5. Australian Academy of Science

9 Gordon St Acton, Canberra 2601 Australia +61 2 9386 4544 http://www.science.org.au/contact-us
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4.5 based on 16 reviews

Australian Academy of Science

6. Canberra Rotary Peace Bell

Lennox Gardens Flynn Drive Yarralumla, Canberra 2600 Australia +61 411 367 700 [email protected] http://canberrapeacebell.org
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4.5 based on 6 reviews

Canberra Rotary Peace Bell

A World Peace Bell one of 24 in the World. A 365 kg Temple style Bell hung in dramatic pavilion on the shores of Lake Burley Griffin

7. Presbyterian Church of St. Andrew

State Circle, Canberra 2004 Australia +61 2 6295 3457 http://www.standrewscanberra.com/index.html
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4.0 based on 15 reviews

Presbyterian Church of St. Andrew

8. Albert Hall

Commonwealth Avenue, Canberra 2004 Australia +61 2 6207 2668 http://ouralberthall.com/
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4.0 based on 45 reviews

Albert Hall

9. All Saints Church

Corner Cowper & Bonney Streets, Canberra 2004 Australia +61 2 6241 7420 [email protected]
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4.0 based on 11 reviews

All Saints Church

10. Becker House

Gordon Street, Canberra 2004 Australia +61 2 6247 5777
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4.0 based on 5 reviews

Becker House

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