Walks & Tours

Anzac Parade Walk

Follow the war memorials set along the regal Anzac Parade on this self-guide walk (2.5 kilometres). Brochure available from the visitor centre or download a tour podcast (www.nationalcapital.gov.au).

Australians of the Year Walk

On the lake foreshore in front of the National Library, this walk honours the award’s recipients, with plaques for each year of the award.

Balloon Aloft!

Experience the beauty of Canberra as you float above in a hot-air balloon. Bookings (02) 6285 1540.

Burley Griffin Walk or Ride

A self-guide walk takes in the north-eastern shores of Lake Burley Griffin, from the National Capital Exhibition to the National Carillon (4.6 kilometres). Brochure available from the visitor centre.

Canberra Tracks

Drive one, or all three, of these fascinating, signed road trips. Track 1 explores the path of Canberra’s original Indigenous peoples; Track 2 takes you through the pastoral era; and Track 3 gives you an overview of Canberra’s layout, via lookouts. Brochures available from the visitor centre.

Lakeside Walk

This self-guided walk begins at Commonwealth Place and passes the National Gallery, the High Court and the National Library (1.8 kilometres). Brochure available from the visitor centre.