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Best of Canberra
RAKU is one of Best of Canberra.

1. RAKU

7.3
148 Bunda St, Canberra, ACT
Japanese Restaurant · City · 1 tip
The Jetty is one of Best of Canberra.

2. The Jetty

Queen Elizabeth Tce, Canberra, ACT
Café · Parkes · 1 tip
Verity Lane Market is one of Best of Canberra.

3. Verity Lane Market

Verity La, Canberra, ACT
Food Court · City · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Essentially an upmarket food court with various food vendors and a bar. QR code menus on tables and order at individual counters. Upstairs now open!

Lanterne Rooms is one of Best of Canberra.

4. Lanterne Rooms

81 Constitution Ave, Australian Capital Territory
Malay Restaurant · Campbell · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Still excellent Malaysian cuisine in this new location with polite and attentive service. 👍

Dairy Farmers Hill is one of Best of Canberra.

5. Dairy Farmers Hill

7.4
Forest Dr, Molonglo, ACT
Hill · 2 tips and reviews

JH H.JH H-D: Amazing view of the mountains and perfect place to watch the sun set

High Jinks is one of Best of Canberra.

6. High Jinks

2/15 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra, ACT
Bar · City · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Cosy, underground bar with great music and attentive table service.

7. Cotter Avenue

Paddys River Rd, Paddys River, ACT
Nature Preserve · No tips or reviews
Supabarn is one of Best of Canberra.

8. Supabarn

7.0
34-38 Eyre St, Australian Capital Territory
Supermarket · Kingston · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Great new location with free parking underneath. Very spacious. Excellent range of local produce and things you won't find in Coles and Woolworths.

Old Parliament House is one of Best of Canberra.

9. Old Parliament House

8.0
18 King George Tce, Canberra, ACT
Historic and Protected Site · Parkes · 10 tips and reviews

MatthiasMatthias: Join a tour about Australian democracy explained through the Old Parliament House building, spaces, objects and stories. Tours run for 45 minutes.

Capital Region Farmer's Market is one of Best of Canberra.

10. Capital Region Farmer's Market

8.3
Flemington Rd, Mitchell, ACT
Farmers Market · 13 tips and reviews

Victoria M.Victoria Mifsud: The best produce in canberra!

Capital Hill is one of Best of Canberra.

11. Capital Hill

7.6
Capital Circle, Canberra, ACT
Monument · Capital Hill · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Take the walking trail around the Parliament House bushland which contains thousands of Australian native plants.

Lennox Gardens is one of Best of Canberra.

12. Lennox Gardens

7.2
Flynn Dr, Yarralumla, ACT
Park · 1 tip

JH H.JH H-D: Easy walking trails along the lake front and through the park

Boundless is one of Best of Canberra.

13. Boundless

7.6
Wendouree Dr, Australian Capital Territory
Playground · Parkes · 4 tips and reviews

Jenny W.Jenny Walsh: Fabulous fenced playground for toddlers. Plenty of activities, benches and shade areas.

Anzac Parade is one of Best of Canberra.

14. Anzac Parade

Anzac Pde, Australian Capital Territory
Road · Campbell · 1 tip

NigelNigel: The main axis between Mount Ainslie and Parliament House, Anzac Parade is lined with many military memorials.

Rond Terrace is one of Best of Canberra.

15. Rond Terrace

Parkes Way, Canberra, ACT
Scenic Lookout · Parkes · No tips or reviews
Lake Burley Griffin Circuit is one of Best of Canberra.

16. Lake Burley Griffin Circuit

7.5
Barrine Dr, Canberra, ACT
Hiking Trail · Acton · 3 tips and reviews

Nicholas F.Nicholas Falconer: Central circuit is about 8km - great for a run or long walk

Sonoma is one of Best of Canberra.

17. Sonoma

7.7
1/21 Lonsdale St, Canberra, ACT
Bakery · Braddon · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: The queue is daunting but it moves reasonably quickly.

Shine Dome is one of Best of Canberra.

18. Shine Dome

7.3
Gordon St, Canberra, ACT
College Science Building · Acton · 3 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Completed in 1959 to house the Australian Academy of Science, the Shine Dome’s arches offer 16 different views of Canberra when viewed from its inner walkway.

Harvest is one of Best of Canberra.

19. Harvest

8.8
40 Marcus Clarke St, Australian Capital Territory
Coffee Shop · City · 30 tips and reviews

Teresa G.Teresa G: The coffee is consistently good. Staff always friendly.

NewActon is one of Best of Canberra.

20. NewActon

Canberra, ACT
Neighborhood · No tips or reviews
City Walk is one of Best of Canberra.

21. City Walk

City Wlk (btwn Mort & Allara), Canberra, ACT
Pedestrian Plaza · City · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Check out the new seating areas and over 3,000 plants!

Palace Electric Cinema is one of Best of Canberra.

22. Palace Electric Cinema

8.4
2 Phillip Law St, Australian Capital Territory
Movie Theater · Acton · 13 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Movie Mondays: $12 tickets/$10 Movie Club.

Bacaro is one of Best of Canberra.

23. Bacaro

7 Lonsdale St, Canberra, ACT
Wine Bar · Braddon · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Order pizzas online from Italian & Sons and collect them here!

Bleachers Sports Bar is one of Best of Canberra.

24. Bleachers Sports Bar

33 Northbourne Ave, Canberra, ACT
Sports Bar · City · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Happy Hour weekdays 4-6pm... supersize your beer!

Queenies is one of Best of Canberra.

25. Queenies

Kennedy St, Canberra, ACT
Bar · Kingston · No tips or reviews
Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets is one of Best of Canberra.

26. Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets

8.3
36 Mildura St, Australian Capital Territory
Market · Fyshwick · 14 tips and reviews

Bear H.Bear Hugs: Forget supermarkets claiming to have fresh food - you gotta shop at Fyshwick markets if you want TRULY fresh fruit & veggies. Plus great atmosphere - in place to be on Saturday morning.

Canberra International Airport (CBR) is one of Best of Canberra.

27. Canberra International Airport (CBR)

5.8
Terminal Ave, Canberra, ACT
International Airport · Majura · 60 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Beautiful, modern and efficient airport. International departures and arrivals here are a breeze.

Casey Jones is one of Best of Canberra.

28. Casey Jones

15 Kingsland Parade, Casey, ACT
Gastropub · 1 tip

NigelNigel: This is a great local pub with a range of different seating options, good food and big screens showing sport.

Manuka Pool is one of Best of Canberra.

29. Manuka Pool

New South Wales Cres (at Manuka Cir), Canberra, ACT
Swimming Pool · Manuka · 1 tip
National Zoo & Aquarium is one of Best of Canberra.

30. National Zoo & Aquarium

7.7
Lady Denman Dr, Canberra, ACT
Zoo · 14 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Recently expanded and now more than double in size. Beautiful landscaping with picnic areas, children's playground and new cafe.

Jamala Wildlife Lodge is one of Best of Canberra.

31. Jamala Wildlife Lodge

999 Lady Denman Dr, Weston, ACT
Bed and Breakfast · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: An excellent experience from start to finish. The included meals and drinks are also top quality.

Lake Burley Griffin is one of Best of Canberra.

32. Lake Burley Griffin

Wendouree Dr, Australian Capital Territory
Lake · Parkes · 13 tips and reviews

Mark N.Mark Northcott: Much improved these days, it is great for walking and cycling bridge to bridge or even further.

Blackbird is one of Best of Canberra.

33. Blackbird

Alinga St, Canberra, ACT
Speakeasy · City · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Cosy underground bar with booths plus fresh popcorn with drinks. Live music some nights. Entrance door without sign on Alinga St.

Capital Eatery is one of Best of Canberra.

34. Capital Eatery

Mort St, Canberra, ACT
Café · City · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Delicious, healthy food with friendly service. Great for lunch.

Bar Rochford is one of Best of Canberra.

35. Bar Rochford

8.2
65 London Cct, Australian Capital Territory
Wine Bar · City · 4 tips and reviews

Teresa G.Teresa G: Delicious food with impressive wine list. Great atmosphere.

Molly is one of Best of Canberra.

36. Molly

Odgers Ln, Canberra, ACT
Speakeasy · City · 3 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Order at the bar and they'll deliver to your table.

Kokoda Trail is one of Best of Canberra.

37. Kokoda Trail

Treloar Crs, Australian Capital Territory
Hiking Trail · Campbell · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Begin behind the War Memorial and hike the 4.5km round trip to the top for spectacular views of Canberra.

Gather Cafe is one of Best of Canberra.

38. Gather Cafe

4/24 Mort St, Canberra, ACT
Café · Braddon · 3 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Great food, service and coffee. Very popular.

Mozzarella & Co is one of Best of Canberra.

39. Mozzarella & Co

55 Woolley St, Dickson, ACT
Pizzeria · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Great, authentic, Napoli-style wood-fired pizzas. No frills at the table but friendly service. 👍

Rainforest Gully is one of Best of Canberra.

40. Rainforest Gully

Clunies Ross St, Australian Capital Territory
Forest · Acton · 1 tip

NigelNigel: A hidden gem in Canberra!

House of Representatives Garden is one of Best of Canberra.

41. House of Representatives Garden

7.5
King George Tce, Australian Capital Territory
Garden · Parkes · 5 tips and reviews

JH H.JH H-D: Lovely lovely places for a picnic amongst the flowers

Marion Mahony Griffin View is one of Best of Canberra.

42. Marion Mahony Griffin View

Mt Ainslie Dr, Canberra, ACT
Scenic Lookout · Campbell · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Come here for your classic Canberra selfie.

Canberra Centre is one of Best of Canberra.

43. Canberra Centre

7.5
148 Bunda St, Canberra, ACT
Shopping Mall · City · 22 tips and reviews

Donatella Y.Donatella Yamamma: Everything you’d want under one roof.

Glebe Park is one of Best of Canberra.

44. Glebe Park

7.8
Cooyong St, Australian Capital Territory
Park · City · 4 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Nice place to work on a sunny day. Tables with umbrellas and free WiFi!

Kinn Thai is one of Best of Canberra.

45. Kinn Thai

8.0
148 Bunda St, Australian Capital Territory
Thai Restaurant · City · 13 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Very impressed with this place on first visit. Great service, lighting, music and food! The chicken fried rice is delicious.

Kiitos is one of Best of Canberra.

46. Kiitos

Pentland St, Australian Capital Territory
Café · Campbell · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Great coffee from friendly staff in a sunny position opposite the park. Try the bacon & egg rolls!

Folks Gallery is one of Best of Canberra.

47. Folks Gallery

G3/6 Cape St, Canberra, ACT
Coffee Shop · Dickson · 6 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Great Campos coffee and Sonoma pastries! Take a seat outside in the morning sun.

Parliament House is one of Best of Canberra.

48. Parliament House

8.6
Parliament Dr, Canberra, ACT
Capitol Building · Capital Hill · 23 tips and reviews

Donatella Y.Donatella Yamamma: Fascinating building. Take the behind the scenes tour.

Braddon is one of Best of Canberra.

49. Braddon

Canberra, ACT
Neighborhood · 2 tips and reviews

JH H.JH H-D: Super fun neighborhood with lots of restaurants, cafes and shops. Don't forget to check out the food trucks too!

R.G. Menzies Walk is one of Best of Canberra.

50. R.G. Menzies Walk

Wendouree Dr, Australian Capital Territory
Hiking Trail · Parkes · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Prime Minister Robert Menzies championed the development of Canberra as the national capital, and this walk along the northern edge of the lake is named in his honour.

Commonwealth Park is one of Best of Canberra.

51. Commonwealth Park

8.6
Regatta Pl, Australian Capital Territory
Park · Parkes · 7 tips and reviews

Eilleen E.Eilleen E: Amazing park. Great bike and walking tracks Lots of hidden gems everywhere. Kids should check out the stone castle playground!

Hassett Park is one of Best of Canberra.

52. Hassett Park

Pentland St, Australian Capital Territory
Park · Campbell · 1 tip

NigelNigel: This is an excellent and well-maintained local park with plenty of places to sit with your coffee from the nearby cafes. Also has playground and exercise station.

Henry Rolland Park is one of Best of Canberra.

53. Henry Rolland Park

Barrine Dr, Australian Capital Territory
Park · Acton · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Beautiful new park with outdoor gym, boardwalk, picnic tables and bbqs.

National Arboretum is one of Best of Canberra.

54. National Arboretum

8.2
Forest Dr, Molonglo, ACT
Park · 34 tips and reviews

TomfooleryTomfoolery: Great views of Canberra from the hills. The Bonsai collection is pretty damn cool too

The Australian National University (ANU) is one of Best of Canberra.

55. The Australian National University (ANU)

University Ave, Canberra, ACT
University · Acton · 9 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: Home to a collection of Canberra's most interesting new architecture.

Rex Espresso is one of Best of Canberra.

56. Rex Espresso

155/14 University Ave, Australian Capital Territory
Café · Acton · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Great coffee and friendly service at student prices!

Metro Alinga Street is one of Best of Canberra.

57. Metro Alinga Street

Northbourne Ave (Alinga St), Canberra, ACT
Light Rail Station · City · 1 tip

NigelNigel: It’s clean, efficient, frequent, easy to use and has a simple ticketing system.👍

National Gallery of Australia is one of Best of Canberra.

58. National Gallery of Australia

9.0
Parkes Pl, Australian Capital Territory
Art Gallery · Parkes · 45 tips and reviews

TomfooleryTomfoolery: Easily one of the best places to visit in Canberra. The collection is actually incredible (Pollock's Blue Poles!) and the brutalist architecture is pretty damn cool too!

National Portrait Gallery is one of Best of Canberra.

59. National Portrait Gallery

9.2
King Edward Tce, Australian Capital Territory
Art Gallery · Parkes · 14 tips and reviews

JJ: A good way to discover the famous Australian across time and place. Each portrait comes with a bit of biographical information about the portrait subject.

Department of Pizza is one of Best of Canberra.

60. Department of Pizza

12 Blamey Pl, Canberra, ACT
Pizzeria · Campbell · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Authentic Italian-style wood-fired pizza with outstanding service. Try the prosciutto and rucola!

Capital Brewing Co. is one of Best of Canberra.

61. Capital Brewing Co.

8.4
1 Dairy Rd, Australian Capital Territory
Brewery · Fyshwick · 6 tips and reviews

Craig D.Craig Day: Great beer and Brodburger! Good atmosphere every time.

Paranormal Wines is one of Best of Canberra.

62. Paranormal Wines

G27/6 Provan St, Australian Capital Territory
Wine Store · Campbell · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Spacious wine shop with a good range, also serving wine and nibbles to your table in the afternoons. Sit outside overlooking the park.

Lazy Su is one of Best of Canberra.

63. Lazy Su

8.1
1/9 Lonsdale St, Braddon, ACT
Asian Restaurant · 5 tips and reviews

Chiel G.Chiel Groeneveld: The food and service are pretty good, and a nice selection of Japanese and Korean beers.

Under is one of Best of Canberra.

64. Under

142-152 Mawson Pl, Mawson, ACT
Bakery · 1 tip

NigelNigel: Great Swedish pastries made fresh in-house daily!

Baby is one of Best of Canberra.

65. Baby

45 West Row, Canberra, ACT
Asian Restaurant · City · 2 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: The salmon sushi bowl is delicious and gluten-free.

Ottoman Cuisine is one of Best of Canberra.

66. Ottoman Cuisine

7.9
9 Broughton St, Barton, ACT
Turkish Restaurant · 14 tips and reviews

NigelNigel: The Cowra lamb cutlets are excellent.