Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

Overview

Available languages

English

12 hours 30 minutes

Mobile ticket

Take a day trip from Sydney to Canberra, the capital of Australia, to explore the city's attractions, cultural institutions and beautiful natural surroundings. We drive through Australia’s cool climate wool growing region and learn about the futuristic planning that makes Canberra one of the world's most modern and liveable cities. Visit Parliament House, an architectural masterpiece home to Australian democracy. Take time to explore The Australian War Memorial dedicated to telling stories of what our nation has done to prevent war and contribute to peace. Enjoy lunch besides the lake at the National Museum of Australia. From mid-September to mid-October visit the Floriade Flower Festival, the largest flower festival in the Southern Highlands. A day in our capital is enriching, surprising and thoroughly rewarding!

Additional Info

Suitable for all physical fitness levels

No children 7 years and under

No hot drinks or food are allowed on the bus

Cancellation Policy

For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.

What‘s Included

Driver/guide

Live commentary on board

All activities

Food and drinks

Hotel pickup and drop-off

What To Expect

Australian War Memorial

The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. The Memorial's purpose is to commemorate the sacrifice of those Australians who have died in war or on operational service and those who have served our nation in times of conflict. Its mission is leading remembrance and understanding of Australia’s wartime experience. The Australian War Memorial was voted the number one landmark in Australia by travelers in the 2016 Trip Advisor awards.

1 hour 15 minutes•Admission Included

National Museum of Australia

The National Museum of Australia brings to life the rich and diverse stories of Australia through compelling objects, ideas and events with a focus on indigenous histories and cultures; European settlement and our interaction with the environment. The other option for your free time is The National Gallery of Australia.

1 hour 15 minutes•Admission Included

Options

Pick up near Sydney Town Hall

St Andrew's Cathedral: Departs 7.30am St Andrew’s Cathedral, 78 Bathurst St next to Sydney Town Hall. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure

Pick up near Central Station

St Laurence Church: Departs 7.15am St Laurence Church, 812 George St, Haymarket. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure.
Starting point:
Christ Church St Laurence, 812 George St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

Reviews

4.39

84 reviews

Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor

Great day in Canberra
Robert M,
Jun 25, 2025
- Viator
5.00
Started early and a bit bleary eyed but that soon passed! We were welcomed by our guide/driver Thallis who met us with a big smile and warm greeting. There were six in total in the group- a lovely size. Three hours later, (obviously had a comfort break on the way!) we arrived in the Aussie capital. What a splendid tour, the national war monument/museum is full of artefacts, stories, the Anzacs and their place in world history. Especially moving were the human stories, how lives were altered by war. If you are ever in Canberra, make sure to visit this spectacular museum. We also visited the National Museum, (again, superb!) and an additional bonus is the tasty food in the museum cafe. In the afternoon Thallis guided us through the new parliament building - again a treasure trove of information ( quirky facts concerning the thousands of clocks in the building). As a bonus, Thalia took us to nearby Mount Ainslie, a wonderful view of the city. After an action-filled day we slept on the way back in the very comfortable people carrier, safe in the hands of our superb driver. Not to be missed!
Be sure to get the phone...
Mary D,
Jun 16, 2025
- Viator
1.00
Be sure to get the phone number of the agency. Try to communicate with them the day before. They will leave you without any effort of contacting you,
The city itself doesn’t...
Nittayarak C,
Jun 12, 2025
- Viator
4.00
The city itself doesn’t have much to see, but we still had a great time on the Canberra day trip. The tour was well organized, and the places we visited were peaceful and meaningful. It was a nice and relaxing experience overall.
Great Tour, Long Day
Maura M,
Apr 22, 2025
- Viator
5.00
It was a very good tour. We visited the Mt. Ainslie Lookout, then the Anzac War Memorial, the Australian Museum and the Parliament Buildings. I could have spent more time at the War Memorial and the Museum, but given the time restraints, I understand why this wasn't possible. It takes 3-hours to get there from Sydney. We left at 7:30 a.m., and returned after 6:00 p.m.. That being said, it was an excellent taste (even if it was an exhausting day) of the Capital City!
Not a “guided” tour
Richard B,
Apr 19, 2025
- Viator
1.00
Just transportation between Sydney and Canberra. No commentary about anything. Nice and careful driver but not a tour leader.