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
431 reviews
Total reviews and rating from Viator & Tripadvisor
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.
A good way of seeing Canberra
Michael B,Mar 2, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00A good way of seeing Canberra for Highlights ,Rob was well rehearsed in the knowledge of Canberra and was a very enjoyable tour .
Tour Operator Cancelled on me and no refund
717aartin,Feb 22, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
1.00The trip was cancelled a day before due to Covid reasons and we had to make our own arrangements for the sightseeing, given we were flying out the same evening. No refund has been received so far from the tour operator, despite of chasing them multiple times. I am raising it formally with Trip Advisor, Australian Consumer Commission and also Australian Tourism Council.
Perfect overview!
CalRead,Feb 21, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
5.00Very definitely got a taste of Canberra in the tour, with only a short time here, it really gave us a chance to see as much as we could. Graham was a great guide and super knowledgeable of Canberra and its machinations. Thank you, we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves.
Great informative tour
P3326QEjohnu,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Tripadvisor
4.00Neil had a great deal of knowledge which he shared with us. He was able to share the history of Canberra and answer all our questions. We felt that he could provide a more balanced response at times. We enjoyed the tour and would recommend it.
Fun Day
Martin S,Feb 20, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Fun day to get a broad understanding of major tourist places in Canberra. Good tour host (Neil) who was fun to spend the day with.
Excellent tour covering...
Kathryn Q,Feb 19, 2026
- Review from Viator
5.00Excellent tour covering must see places of interest.Brilliant if only in Canberra for a short time. Neil was great and informative guide.
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