What to do and see in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory: The Best Things to do for Honeymoon

September 30, 2021 Velvet Champine

You can fit a lot into a visit to Australia’s capital city. Surrounded by nature parks, Canberra is best known for a vast collection of history and culture that provides a snapshot of the nation. Discover precincts housing, thriving local arts and foodie scenes, family friendly attractions, outdoor experiences and the acclaimed cool-climate wineries that dot the surrounding area.
Restaurants in Canberra

1. Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve

Paddys River Rd, Canberra 2620 Australia +61 2 6207 7921 [email protected] http://www.tidbinbilla.act.gov.au
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5.0 based on 307 reviews

Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve

Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve is nestled at the base of the Tidbinbilla Range, and is only a 40 minute drive south-west of Canberra’s city centre. Located within the reserve is a Sanctuary of five ponds and weirs abundant with wildlife including platypus. There is an over 80% chance of seeing these rare and usually elusive animals! Other native animals you may encounter include koalas, emus, kangaroos and many bird and reptile species. Tidbinbilla is also a leader in conservation with a breeding program focusing on the Northern Corroboree Frog, Southern Brush-Tailed Rock-Wallaby and the Eastern Bettong. Tidbinbilla has a rich cultural landscape dating back over 25 000 years and is the traditional Country of the Ngunnawal people. The Tidbinbilla Valley also reflects the European history of the area with historic homesteads and evidence of farming scattered throughout the reserve. Unique accommodation is available at one of the historic homesteads, Nils Desperandum.

Reviewed By gregoryd762

This place has been on our radar for years, but this was our first opportunity to visit. Good visitor center, excellent maps of walks and attractions. We spent over 2 hours walking around the Sanctuary-absolutely beautiful, with lots of widlife - and also walked up to Hanging Rock and the Rock Valley homestead ruins. So many great walks to do- we will definitely come back on future trips to Canberra homestead ruins

2. Thai Bliss Therapeutic Massage

Shop 2, Childers Square University Avenue Side, Canberra 2601 Australia +61 2 6262 9297 [email protected] http://www.thaiblissmassage.com.au/
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5.0 based on 223 reviews

Thai Bliss Therapeutic Massage

Thai Bliss – the finest, most luxurious massage place in Canberra is a true retreat in the vibrant heart of the city. A haven of relaxation, healing and rejuvenation, our team of highly skilled and ancient Thai master-Trained massage professionals has been handpicked from Thailand to deliver optimum results in every treatment. We believe in quality indulgence. At Thai Bliss, you will enjoy soothing therapies that have been specially tailored for you. Revive your spirit, indulge your senses and relax with a well deserved treatment. Let the pressures of the day melt away at Thai Bliss Massage. Revive your spirit, indulge your senses and relax with a well-deserved treatment. Let the pressures of the day melt away at Thai Bliss Massage

Reviewed By Traveler803580

Friendly staff, great atmosphere, very skilled masseuse- highly recommend the Thai Bliss massage, I feel so light and revised ????

3. Siam Senses Thai Massage & Day Spa

Lonsdale Street Braddon Shop 5/18, Canberra 2600 Australia +61 2 6247 8822 [email protected] http://www.siamsenses.com.au
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5.0 based on 310 reviews

Siam Senses Thai Massage & Day Spa

To ensure the safety & well-being of our community, client and staff against the outbreak Covid-19 spread. Please note our precautionary measure steps; 1) Every client and staff will be asked to check their temperature upon entering our premises. 2) Our towel, linen & fabric are washed & disinfected by WHO approved chemical. 3) We have added extra hours of proactive deep cleaning to our furniture, massage bed & equipment. 4)Disposable face sheets & bed protectors are changed frequently after every massage session. 5) Medical mask will be provided to our staff in following the good hygiene practice at work. 6) 70% Ethanol sanitizer is used on a regular basis. We highly appreciated your cooperation & will continue to monitor the situation evolving closely.

Reviewed By elinork60 - Canberra, Australia

Siam Senses Makes you feel very comfortable and does a wonderful traditional Thai massage and remedial massage.

4. Local Spirit

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5.0 based on 25 reviews

Local Spirit

Local Spirit Wine and Spirit tours provide experiences for every occassion. From private, couples and small group tours in luxury transport. To hens parties and larger corporate events and bookings of any size. We can tailor a package for your needs. Get in contact with our tour guide Ben who is Wine and Spirits Education Trust certified and a producer and distiller himself! Visit up to 5 wineries, taste over 55 wines, chocolate tastings, charcuterie, 9-course degustation dinner or unlimited wood-fired pizza lunch options and local spirits tastings. I look forward to seeing you on a tour soon!

5. Lake Burley Griffin

Canberra Australia +61 419 418 846 http://www.nca.gov.au/attraction/lake-burley-griffin
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4.5 based on 1,905 reviews

Lake Burley Griffin

Reviewed By mykej - Jakarta, Indonesia

The lake is the heart of Canberra and whether you are into fitness -hire a bike walk run- or relaxing it has somuch to offer. Sit at regatta point on the hill and take it all in while the captain cook fountain erupts or go to the yacht club on south shore for a drink and food. walk over and around the bridges is a beautiful walk. Its all good. just dont go swimming in winter.

Parkes Place, Canberra 2601 Australia +61 2 6240 6502 [email protected] http://nga.gov.au
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4.5 based on 3,314 reviews

National Gallery of Australia

The NGA is home to Australia's national collection of visual arts. The national collection includes 170,000 iconic and highly celebrated works of art spanning four main areas: Australian art, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, Asian art, and European and American art.

Reviewed By H5458EUbrianm - Oxford, United Kingdom

This is a very good museum with a splendid collection of aboriginal arts. There is also a good selection of international artists such as Jackson Pollock, Bridget Riley (three pictures) , Andy Warhol, Roy Liechtenstein and Gorges Seurat amongst others. One of the two Pollocks is reputed to his masterpiece. However, the museum suffers from not having at least some pictures by great modern artists such as Francis Bacon, and Pablo Picasso Nonetheless, it doe have a great collection of ceramics.as well as Aboriginal pictures. There is a cafeteria and a shop.

7. Australian National Botanic Gardens

Clunies Ross St Black Mountain, Canberra 2601 Australia +61 2 6250 9540 http://www.anbg.gov.au/gardens/index.html
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4.5 based on 730 reviews

Australian National Botanic Gardens

The national collection of Australian native plants; inspiring, informing and connecting people with the Australian flora.

Reviewed By joniquelife - Australia, null

This is quite a big gardens spread out over a large area with a multitude of habitats from the rainforest to the desert and everything in between. There is an awesome rainforest walk down below ground level with misters to add that extra rainforest feel and also a tree house that you can climb... winning ???? We love visiting botanic gardens all around Australia and comparing them, this one would definitely be top 3 so far You need to pay for parking here ( $3.50 per hour) or park further away and walk! “Jonique Life” Follow our journey around Australia on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube as we highlight wonderful experiences and magical places you can add to your ever growing bucket list.

8. National Zoo and Aquarium

999 Lady Denman Drive, Canberra 2611 Australia +61 2 6287 8400 [email protected] http://www.nationalzoo.com.au/
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4.5 based on 1,497 reviews

National Zoo and Aquarium

The National Zoo & Aquarium is privately owned and Australia's only combined Zoo and Aquarium. That's 2 attractions in one! We are situated on around 25 hectares of land just five minutes from the centre of Canberra. With a wide variety of both native and exotic animals, as well as the largest inland saltwater tank in Australia, there is something for everyone. Wander in and have a casual stroll around the park, or make a day of it with family, friends and make use of our picnic areas and complimentary BBQ facilities. Our Animal Encounters provide visitors with an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the worlds most amazing creatures!

Reviewed By Star_Trekers2000 - Sydney, Australia

We feel really privileged to have been able to participate in the "Walk on the Wild Side" experience with our fantastic guide Kelly. We were treated to an extraordinary behind the scenes adventure. The highlights included but were no way limited to: - Meeting Solo the cheetah and his friend Zama the dog - Hiding treats for Arataki the sun bear to find then hand feeding Arataki and Otay. - Meeting the cutest red panda Eilish and hand feeding her - Hand feeding a tiger - Hand feeding and meeting the white lions Jake and Mischka and understanding they were comfortable with us being near them and they could leave at any time. - Spending time feeding a patting a tree kangaroo - Having lunch with a 5.8 meter tall Giraffe - Feeding the Hyenas - Spending a delightful time with 3 meerkats, one of whom called Leo decided to climb on my shoulder and style my hair! We were treated like VIPs all day and the included morning tea and lunch was truly gourmet.

9. Mount Ainslie Lookout

Mount Ainslie Drive, Canberra 2602 Australia +61 13 22 81 https://www.canberratracks.act.gov.au/heritage-trails/track-3-looking-at-canberra/mt-ainslie-lookout
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4.5 based on 2,255 reviews

Mount Ainslie Lookout

Reviewed By joniquelife - Australia, null

This definitely did not disappoint with these stunning sunset views! The mountain is perfectly situated and built in a way that it lines up with the War Memorial and Parliament House ,there are also several bush walking trails heading to the top with the most popular being the Kokoda Trail starting behind the War Memorial. There is also a road you can use to drive up if you don’t feel like the hike ???? “Jonique Life” Follow our journey around Australia on Facebook, Instagram and YouTube as we highlight wonderful experiences and magical places you can add to your ever growing bucket list.

10. National Arboretum

Forest Drive, Molonglo Valley, Canberra 2611 Australia +61 13 22 81 [email protected] http://www.nationalarboretum.act.gov.au
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National Arboretum

The National Arboretum Canberra is a 250-hectare (618 acre) arboretum in Canberra, the national capital of Australia, created after the area was burned out as a result of the Christmas 2001[1] and 2003 Canberra bushfires:[2] The Himalayan Cedar forest lost about one third of its trees, and the commercial Radiata Pine plantation was burned out, allowing the arboretum to be created. In 2004, the Government of the Australian Capital Territory held a nationwide competition for an arboretum, which was to be part of the recovery from the 2003 bushfires. The winning design by landscape architects Taylor Cullity Lethlean and architects Tonkin Zulaikha Greer proposed 100 forests and 100 gardens focussing on threatened, rare, and symbolic trees from around the world. The site has been planted since 2005, and includes ceremonial trees planted by visiting heads of government and ambassadors. It was officially opened in February 2013.

Reviewed By hannahannah222 - Sydney, Australia

We went on a very wet and rainy day and were the only ones at the Pod playground so that was lovely and there were a few spots to shelter and play. The playground d design was just magnificent I don’t think I’ve ever seen such a beautiful playground Indoors, we escaped the worst of the rain and enjoyed a great coffee and some yummy cake whilst admiring the view, the gift shop had lots of cool quirky things and a good range of gardening books too Also The bonsai exhibit and veggie gardens at the back were lovely Overall a lovely visit, can’t wait wait o come back in the future and see the trees grow

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