What to do and see in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory: The Best Tours

March 14, 2022 Jasper Kershner

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.
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1. Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

National Museum of Australia
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Discover where Australia's stories come alive at the National Museum of Australia with the Ultimate Museum Experience. Join the Building and Architecture Tour at 10am, enjoy lunch and a drink at our stunning lakeside cafe after your tour and then indulge at the Museum Shop with a $20 shopping voucher.

Inclusions: Main Meal at the Museum Cafe. Open 9am - 4.45pm daily (breakfast and lunch served until 2.30pm) , One glass of either wine/beer or soft drink or coffee/tea, Guided tour with Museum tour guide, A $20 shopping voucher at the Museum Shop

Exclusions: The listed price does not include a parking fee, payable at the time of arrival to the Museum car park., Food and drinks, unless specified, Admission to temporary exhibition with a charge (available for purchase)

Reviewed By LizG548

Excellent galleries and presented well. I used a mobility scooter which helped me walk around for longer and thoroughly enjoyed the experience. Our lunch was delicious from the coffee shop, and we were pleasantly surprised to see the range and quality of Australian made crafts at the museum shop.

2. Day Tour from Canberra to Batemans Bay - with Oyster Tasting Kayak Tour

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Enjoy this full day tour including kayaking in Batemans Bay, departing Canberra, with hotel pickup and drop-off Soak up the scenery on the comfortable, 2 hour drive through the countryside, before arriving in the picturesque NSW South Coast. Visit stunning Pebbly Beach and meet its friendly kangaroos, before your choice of lunch and shopping options in Batemans Bay. Embark on a 2-hour guided kayaking adventure, exploring the oyster leases on the pristine Clyde River. Learn about the fascinating oyster industry and sample the freshest oysters you can get: straight from the river! Following your kayak adventure, return to your Canberra hotel, stopping in the historic townships of Braidwood or Bungendore along the way.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Snacks, All necessary equipment for kayaking, Bottled water

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By tripping321

Such fun and so well organised! We were well briefed and assisted when necessary but otherwise encouraged to just go for it. Great weather and interesting ocean conditions helped.

3. Multi Day Snowy Mountains and Sapphire Coast from Canberra

Gang Gang Tours
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Discover the unspoiled beauty of the Snowy Mountains and Sapphire Coast in southern New South Wales on this 6 day, intimate, guided small group, eco-certified tour. Hike in spectacular national parks, sample multi award-winning cuisine, and custom-add activities to design the tour to suit you. Take advantage of Jeff and Janine’s passion for the outdoors, and their knowledge of the flora, fauna, and history of their own backyard. Depart from the nation’s capital, Canberra, and Relax, Reconnect and Refocus, on this nature-based holiday with a difference.

Inclusions: Breakfast, Dinner, Dinner, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Breakfast, Lunch, Lunch, Lunch, Hotel pickup and drop-off, Guided tour of Green Cape Lighthouse, All taxes, fees and handling charges, Professional guide/Driver, All guided bush walks, Schnapps and gin tasting at distillery (Day 1), Scenic chairlift rides Thredbo (Day 2), Local wine, cheese, and seafood on 2 evenings, Magical Oyster Tour, Accommodation as per itinerary, Lots of fun and laughs and super friendly tour guides!

Exclusions: Additional alcoholic drinks (available to purchase), Coffee and/or snacks at coffee stops en route

Reviewed By randmblackmore

We enjoyed our Western Plains trip. My husband's favourite bit was Mayfield Gardens, and I would also place it at the top, however, the Dubbo Zoo overnight was hard to beat. We actually had around 24 hrs at the Zoo and every minute was great, despite the 42o heat on day 2. Cowra Peace Gardens also could not be faulted, nor the dinner and breakfast at Montrose House, Canowindra. As for Yeoval - what a find, the Banjo Paterson Museum and Alf and Sharon's coffee & scones! It was 5 days packed with interest, good company, and great information from Janine and Jeff. Oh, by the way, food was also really good, and we heaved a sigh of relief when we undertook our First Peoples cultural tour with Gerard - Janine thought he was providing lunch, but he had prepared afternoon tea. We all cheered - as Sharon's scones had more than covered morning tea AND lunch! Gerard was another wonderful find. Our leaders had really done their homework!

4. CanBEERa Explorer: Capital Brewery Full-Day Tour

BentSpoke Brewing Co., 48/38 Mort St, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia Dave's Brewery Tours
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Our Canbeera Explorer tour takes you to 3 great craft breweries across the Canberra and an awesome craft beer pub. This tour includes all your transportation, lunch and plenty of fresh craft beer and cider!

Inclusions: Beverages, Bottled water, Lunch, Snacks, Local guide, Professional guide, Driver/guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Gratuities, Souvenir photos (available to purchase), Hotel pickup and drop-off

Reviewed By K2517QTsue

Husband and I had a great day out with fun group of people, Shane was our guide and was very patient with the group. The Vineyards were fabulous, lunch delicious, Peter from the Chocolate shop showed so much passion as did Clive at the Distillery. Full day and lots of fun.

5. Canberra - The National Capital | Full Day Private Tour | Departs from Sydney

Sydney Private Day Tours
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Visit Australia's National Capital in the luxury and comfort of your own Private Tour departing from Sydney. Discover Canberra with your knowledgeable local private tour guide who will take you to see the highlights and attractions of Australia's National Capital  Canberra may be the political hub of Australia but this 'bush capital' has so much more to offer! From Award Inning Museums, Art & Culture to an abundance of wildlife and natural beauty, Canberra has something for everyone. Enjoy a stress free pick up and drop off at your requested location in Sydney including hotels, cruise terminals, airport or other accommodation.

Inclusions: Private Local Tour Guide and Driver, Fun and Informative Commentary, Complimentary delicious 'Aussie' morning tea, Complimentary Bottled water and snacks, Complimentary Hotel pick up and drop off, Snacks, Bottled water, Coffee and/or Tea

Exclusions: Lunch - we will stop at a lunch venue that suits your taste and budget - your guide is able to recommend many excellent lunch venues

Reviewed By Judgec13

Scott was great. Very knowledgeable of Sydney and we went to places you will not find in large bus tours. He was accommodating to our request and made sure we were all (three couples with different interest) happy with the tour. He took great pictures that he sent to us and ended with a great drink at Sydney’s oldest tavern. He was on time and we never felt rushed and was flexible to make sure we saw the items on our most see list. If you are doing this tour you should request Scott!

6. Day Tour from Canberra to Batemans Bay With Indigenous Experience

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Enjoy this full-day tour to Batemans Bay from Canberra. With hotel pickup and drop-off, take in the views on the 2-hour drive. Once you arrive, visit iconic views, and the magnificent Pebbly Beach to relax and interact with wildlife before your choice of lunch options in the town of Batemans Bay (not included). In the afternoon embark on an amazing 2-hour guided Indigenous tour with your knowledgeable guides. Lastly, returning to Canberra.

Inclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Transport by air-conditioned vehicle, Professional guide, Snacks

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified, Gratuities

Reviewed By tripping321

Such fun and so well organised! We were well briefed and assisted when necessary but otherwise encouraged to just go for it. Great weather and interesting ocean conditions helped.

7. Canberra Scavenger Hunt: ART In Canberra, ACT

170 London Cct, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia Let's Roam Canberra
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Let’s Roam is the #1 app-led scavenger hunt company. Walk to all the best landmarks and hidden gems, answering trivia questions and solving challenges. Work with your team or compete against them, as you learn new facts and create memorable experiences. Let’s Roam Scavenger Hunts are great as an everyday activity, or for bachelorette parties, birthday parties, corporate team building events and more! Each player chooses an interactive role, with challenges varying by person.

Inclusions: All taxes, fees and handling charges, Digital Copies of your scavenger hunt photos, Local taxes

Exclusions: Food and drinks, Transportation to/from attractions

8. Canberra Small Group Winery Tour

BentSpoke Brewing Co., 48/38 Mort St, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia Dave's Brewery Tours
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Explore Canberra's thriving wine regions by indulging in some of its best flavours on this day from Canberra. Canberra's has some of Australia's best wine, food, cheese, chocolate, beers and spirits and we’ll try them all on this tour as we visit 3 wineries, a distillery and a chocolatier. Each stop includes a guided tasting by a local supplier with behind the scenes tours at select locations. In addition to all the great local producers we visit, the tour also includes a relaxed one course lunch with a wine, craft beer or cider to allow guests to take in the region's charm.

Inclusions: Live commentary on board, Local guide, Professional guide, Transport by air-conditioned minivan, Wine tasting, Beverages, Alcoholic Beverages

Exclusions: Hotel pickup and drop-off, Take-away drinks, Gratuities

Reviewed By K2517QTsue

Husband and I had a great day out with fun group of people, Shane was our guide and was very patient with the group. The Vineyards were fabulous, lunch delicious, Peter from the Chocolate shop showed so much passion as did Clive at the Distillery. Full day and lots of fun.

9. Electric Scooter Daily Self-Hire through Canberra

WalkSmart Canberra - Electric Scooters, Skateboards & Bikes, G07/15 Provan St, Campbell ACT 2612, Australia WalkSmart Canberra
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Hire an Electric Scooter from WalkSmart! Ride around at speeds of 25km/h throughout Canberra unrestricted! Battery range up to 60km, with an included charger so you can charge at a cafe or your hotel room! With an electric scooter hired from WalkSmart you can explore the key sites in Canberra with ease and lock the eScooter outside while you explore. - Parliament House - War Memorial - National Museum - Questacon - The High Court - The National Gallery - The National Zoo And more... We use premium Electric Scooters by Xiaomi-Ninebot. Safe, easy to ride, and lots of fun!

Inclusions: Use of electric scooter

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10. Private Canberra Secrets Highlights Tour

Canberra Secrets
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This private Canberra Secrets Highlights tour takes in the city sights, with the added benefit of expertise of author and award-winning Canberra expert, Marg Wade. You’ll also discover ‘secrets’ and lots of interesting stories. Sit back, relax, and enjoy a fun day on Canberra's best quality tour. In this time of COVID recovery, national attractions need to be booked ahead of time. Let Canberra Secrets take the hassle out of your visit. We will do your bookings and plan your itinerary for you. You can be secure knowing that your tour is private – there are no other passengers on your tour — your COVID safety is important to us. You just need to sit back, relax and enjoy your Canberra Secrets tour.

Inclusions: Informed and entertaining comment, Water on board, Morning coffee or tea

Exclusions: Food and drinks, unless specified

Reviewed By PRSc

My sisters and I recently visited Canberra and spent a wonderful few hours with Marg of Canberra Secrets. We were collected from our hotel and then driven to key tourist spots in her very comfortable vehicle, with interesting commentary along the way. Marg has a lovely manner and shares her knowledge in a charming, conversational way. She tweaked the itinerary to avoid places we had already seen so that everything we visited was new to us. We had a very special time with her and highly recommend the very personal approach of Canberra Secrets.

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