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
Select a pickup point
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Highlights of Canberra Full Day Tour
Pickup included
Reviews
409 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
1st Time in Canberra
N4019LSjonathans,,Feb 8, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Darryl was our tour guide and he was awesome. He was very knowledgeable and such a pleasure to talk to. I really enjoyed being able to see a number of fantastic site in Canberra without having to worry about driving or even thinking. I was here in Canberra on a business trip. I told my business associates, who are locals, about where Darryl took us and they were impressed that we were able to see so much in one day. Everywhere we went on this tour was exactly what they said they would have recommended someone new to the area should see. I think Darryl was very friendly and a great conversationalist. I think he did a great job and I would highly recommend this tour and Darryl.
Highly recommend!!
Heidi H,,Feb 7, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Informative and efficient way to explore the capital city. The 8 hours were fun and flew by. Tour guide modified stops based on our interests and offered suggestions for further exploration to those staying in Canberrra.
Excellent all day Canberra tour
Ben W,,Feb 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00We had a great day touring Canberra with Neil. He’s a terrific guide and extremely knowledgeable. We were very lucky to be visiting during sitting week to watch parliament. Neil kindly went out of his way to drop us off at home.
Great Day
Deed925,,Jan 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Great day full of interesting insights. Neil was a great guide and made the trip very enjoyable by sharing his knowledge and experience
Canberra Tour
Monica J,,Jan 16, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Our guide Graham was so knowledgeable about Canberra present and past history. You will see many of the major sites that make up Canberra today.
Worth every cent..
37jannea,,Jan 12, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This was the most informative tour I have ever been on. Bob was a great tour guide and very easy to talk to, a wealth of knowledge. Anybody going to Canberra try this tour, but wear your best walking shoe, take water and a hat.
Absolutely a MUST DO tour
Sightsee34300647191,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Absolutely a must-do tour! Neil was an outstanding guide with incredible knowledge of the Canberra area and fascinating historical insights. His humour and quick wit made the tour both informative and great fun. We learned so much and enjoyed every minute. Definitely wear good walking shoes — you’ll be glad you did!
One guided tour you shouldn’t miss!
Kylie T,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00This tour was excellent and well worth the money. Our tour guide, Neil, was incredibly informative and delivered everything with a refreshing wit and sense of humour. I came away with a renewed appreciation for Canberra. Be sure to slip, slop, slap, wear good walking shoes, and bring a bottle of water.
Recommended
Nigel K,,Jan 10, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00This one day tour gave a really enjoyable introduction to the highlights of Canberra. Our tour guide Graham was very knowledgeable and informative about a city which clearly he was proud of and willing to spend time passing on knowledge to visitors.
Highly recommend
CMN229,,Jan 6, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Simon was an excellent guide and he was knowledgeable, informative and a lovely genuine gentleman. The tour captured the main Canberra highlights with plenty of time to have a good look around. Would highly recommend,
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