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Top 10 Things To Do In Canberra

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  1. Visit the National Gallery of Australia, the museum has 100,000 works of art and there are always different art exhibitions on display. Experience the best of Australian art, Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art, but also Asian and international art.
  2. Parliament House, this is where the federal laws are being made. The 81 metre flagpole with the Australian flag is one of Australia's most recognized landmarks. You can see politicians in action at Question time. Take a free guided tour to learn more about parliamentary processes and about the architecture of the Parliament House.
  3. National Portrait Gallery has over 400 portraits of people who have shaped Australia to what it is today.
  4. National Zoo and Aquarium in Canberra is Australia's only combined zoo and aquarium and is a must visit for kids and adults alike. Here you can see Australia's largest collection of big cats, giraffes and bears.
  5. Captain Cook Memorial Jet honours the bicentenary of Captain Cook's discovery of Australia. The memorial is a recognized Australian landmark and at full capacity the water jet can reach a height of 147 metres.
  6. Phillip Ice Skating Centre is the perfect place to visit on a hot summer day in Canberra. Ice skating lessons and skate hire (and ice cream) are all available on location.
  7. Rent a car and visit a boutique Winery. There are more than 33 wineries within a 35 minute drive out of central Canberra. The wineries offer a wide range of wines, from Sangiovese, Riesling, Chardonnay, Pinot Noir to Shiraz.
  8. Anzac Parade is Australia's major ceremonial avenue dedicated to the Australian and New Zealand service men and women who have fought and lost their lives in war.
  9. Old Bus Depot Market is Canberra's only indoor market for local handcraft and fine food. The market is open every Sunday.
  10. Cockington Green is one of Canberra's landmark attractions. Little and 'big' kids will enjoy this fascinating display of miniature buildings depicting an English Village and the recently completed international display areas. The display has been meticulously crafted, and set in a beautifully landscaped garden.

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