Highlights of Canberra Full Day Tour
Overview
Available languages
8 hours
Mobile ticket
Witness the wonderful views of Canberra and the region from the top of Mount Ainslie. Visit NCA Exhibition Centre. Be guided through the corridors of power at Australia’s Parliament House. Survey the Parliamentary Triangle & its National Institutions. Explore the Australian War Memorial and experience the moving Last Post Ceremony. All fees included. Personally guided throughout.
Additional Info
Public transportation options are available nearby
Infants are required to sit on an adult’s lap
Suitable for all physical fitness levels
Cancellation Policy
For a full refund, cancel at least 24 hours before the scheduled departure time.
What To Expect
Mount Ainslie Lookout
One of Canberra’s most beautiful vantage points at the top of Mount Ainslie. From the lookout, your guide will explain the growth of a young city, the two-tiered colonial and capital city history and point out places of interest and key attractions, all while you survey the tremendous design of Canberra’s architect, Walter Burley Griffin.
Expect a drive through the grounds of the Royal Military College Duntroon - Australian Army's officer training establishment and perhaps to Mount Pleasant where you’ll be delighted to an alternative aspect overlooking central Canberra.
What‘s Included
Transport in comfortable tour vehicle
Pickup at major hotel & motel chains
Expert Local Tour Guide
Lunch
Pickup points
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Highlights of Canberra Full Day Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
432 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
Terrific trip. Graham was...
Thomas H,Mar 18, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Terrific trip. Graham was extremely knowledgeable about Canberra, its history, its landmarks and its day-to-day workings. He was justifiably passionate about living there and his enthusiasm was contagious. Loved it.
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Sandra S,Mar 17, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00It was informative and historical!!! It covered alot of info!!! I do not know Canberra, was there more I could have seen??
Just excellent.
82raelenew,Mar 16, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was an excellent tour. Neil was very pleasant and knowledgeable. The timing and length of tour were also very good and I was particularly impressed that we returned to the war memorial a second time to be there for the last post which does not otherwise work well with the rest of the tour.
Canberra highlights!
savannahmY6013AN,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Neil did a great job leading our tour. Hit the highlights but had great and informative back stories. I would highly recommend this tour while in Canberra.
Brilliant, it won’t disappoint.
Y7818ZPlindsays,Mar 15, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Excellent. From pick-up to drop-off our throughly knowledgeable driver, Neil made the experience totally enjoyable and educational with great humour thrown in. Totally worth the cost. We could have never achieved anything like what we experienced by doing and visiting all the places on this tour. This is value for money experience. WA visitors.
Absolutely perfect
Yvonne S,Mar 14, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent from pick-up to drop-off! Neil was so informative at each destination from running commentary and advice on what to prioritise. His knowledge was exceptional. We throughly enjoyed the day. We couldn’t do these tourist sites by yourself. The effortless driving and commentary was amazing. Our total recommendation from WA . From earlier morning pick up to the afternoon drop off you are transported from one tourist spot to the next. Let the professionals drive and learn from their experience and local history. Thanks from WA.
Great overview of this unique city.
David K,Mar 11, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00We had decided on this trip to Australia we should visit Canberra, the Nation’s capital. We booked the full day tour on Viator. We were met at our hotel by Graham who was a fountain of knowledge regarding his home city. We learned so much about the history and architecture of this interesting and quite unique city. It was a beautiful day so we were lucky enough to see the view of the ‘Canberra Triangle’ from the Mount Ainslie lookout. When visiting the Parliament, we were also fortunate to go into the public gallery at The Senate (Australian equivalent to the UK’s House of Lords) and witness the debate in question time. Probably the highlight of the day was the timely visit to The Australian War Memorial where we were able to see the daily ‘last post’ ceremony, which was an emotional and moving experience. Thanks for a great day Graham! Highly recommended tour.
Amazing
teresamY1589DF,Mar 9, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very good tour .Highly recommend Bob (your guide) is such an asset to this company,very knowledgeable and so friendly. Just book you wont be sorry
Corruption
Natasha L,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Viator
1.00No show. No service nor respect. No call. No person nor personal. Took my money and no service at all. Hung up. No appearance.
Great tour of Canberra
Mukaboy59,Mar 3, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour gave a good insight to the points of interest to visit in Canberra. The weather was not the best, but Michael tailored the tour to lessen the impact of the rain. He was a great host, with a good knowledge of the places we visited. I would recommend this tour to others.
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