City on the Lake
Australia’s Capital City has much to offer for those who are exploring the area by road. Picturesque scenery, vineyards, festivals and history. Hire a car in Sydney and take the drive south or simply hire a car from Canberra Airport.
Our Capital is the youngest of Australia’s cities established after federation in 1901. Designed by American Architect Walter Burley Griffin the City lies on a lake that was given the Architect’s name. This lake is a back drop to some of Canberra’s most popular celebrations & festivals.
Sky Fire
Held Every March to Celebrate the birthday of our Capital. See a magnificent display of Fire works. With Vantage points available on Lake Burley Griffin’s fore shore or from one of the many mountain & hill top lookouts. Sky Fire is one for the whole family. Bring a picnic rug and tune your radio in to local station radio B104.7FM and settle in for brilliant evening of exploding entertainment.
Floriade
Every year Canberra celebrates the arrival of Spring with “Floriade”. Located in Canberra’s Commonwealth Park on the banks of Lake Burley Griffin this month long festival is the largest display of flowers in the Southern Hemisphere. Spend a day strolling through themed displays of flowers and art work or enjoy culinary delights from around the world. Canberra comes alive after shaking off the winter blues.
Summer Nats
Australia’s premiere event for “Rev Heads” and those who just love their “4 Wheeled Baby”. Summer Nats starts the year with a bang. Entertainment for the whole family including a KidsZone. The four days are packed with entertainment including Live Bands, Street Machines, Drags and Show & Shine Competitions. Bring your pride & joy with you talk to Vroom Vroom Vroom and we can arrange a car hire to suit your needs for Summer Nats
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Capital Adventure
Our capital City is home to a number of different zoos & nature reserves. All are open to the public and offer a number of different Experiences. The ACT is also home of the Australian War Memorial, Australian Art Gallery and the miniature world of Cockington Green Gardens.
Lions & Tigers & Bears OH MY….
Ever wanted to meet a cheetah, feed a giraffe or let a bear lick honey off your fingers? Well The National Zoo and Aquarium is the place for you. With the largest display of Big Cats in the country let your imagination go wild. School Programs run every school holidays.
Black Mountain & Black Mountain Tower
Anyone who has visited the Nations Capital will have no doubt seen Black Mountain Tower standing proud above the city. Located on top of Black mountain the tower stands at 195 meteres tall.
With Alto Restaurant and an area dedicated to the history of Telecommunications in Australia this is an educational and exciting trip to the top of the world.
Hit the road Jack…
Our Nation Capital is a wonderful place to take a drive. With three specially designed tracks that will cater to all tastes and interests. Aboriginal & Local Heritage and even one for the Architectural Buff.“Canberra Tracks” Maps can be obtained from Tourist Information Centers throughout the region and are a great day out on the road.
Order in the House…..
Come and see your tax dollars at work. Sit in on what can be an explosive question time or simply wander the galleries. Australian Parliament House & Old Parliament have been the home to controversial decisions’, momentous occasions, scoundrels and hero’s. An educational trip for the entire family.
Cockington Green Gardens
Step into the little world of Cockington Green. A whimsical land of little things. Operating since 1979 this family owned attraction is a perfect day out for the whole family. Walk through the perfectly manicured English Style gardens and view the little Tudour Houses, Tiny golf courses or the Tiny railway system that runs throughout the attraction. With a café and child play area you could get lost in this truly unique & beautiful place.
Wine & Dine in Australia’s Capital
With a long standing tradition of good food and wine coming from the ACT region you are sure to find a taste to suit your pallet.
The Chairman & Yip Restaurant
With a long tradition of fine Asian cuisine the Chairman & Yip Restaurant is not to be missed. This is the place to dine should you wish too impress.
La Scala Restaurant
Traditional Italian cuisine meets innovation and tastes of modern Italian Cuisine. This restaurant is a perfect for a family or intimate dinner for two.
