Optional Activities
Saturday 16 November
National Gallery of Australia - Private Tour
1400 - 1500
$22.00 per person
minimum numbers apply
Self-Guided Walking Tour - Lake Burley Griffin
A brilliant option for a spring afternoon in Canberra – Lake Burley Griffin self-guided 5km walk. Very short Uber or electric scooter ride from the hotel to the lake (or walk).
No Charge
Join in for a scenic bike tour through Canberra. Bring your bidon and bicycle to join the 2022 Tour de Chirurgie de la Main.
At your Leisure
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. Its mission is to assist Australians to remember, interpret and understand the Australian experience of war and its enduring impact on Australian society. The Memorial offers a range of guided tours, including a 1 hour highlights audio tour.
National Zoo and Aquarium
The National Zoo & Aquarium is privately owned and Australia's only combined Zoo and Aquarium. Situated on around 25 hectares of land just five minutes from the centre of Canberra. With a wide variety of both native and exotic animals, as well as the largest inland saltwater tank in Australia, there is something for everyone. Wander in and have a casual stroll around the park, or make a day of it with family, friends and make use of picnic areas and complimentary BBQ facilities. Animal Encounters provide visitors with an opportunity to get up close and personal with some of the worlds most amazing creatures!
National Gallery of Australia
The National Gallery is Australia’s national visual arts institution dedicated to collecting, sharing and celebrating art from Australia and the world. Home to the most valuable collection of art in Australia, the national collection comprises over 155,000 works of art, including the world’s largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art.
Mount Ainslie Lookout
For picture-perfect views of Canberra, you can’t go past a visit to Mount Ainslie. Walk, cycle or drive to the lookout and enjoy the impressive scenery, lovely at all times but a particular treat at sunrise and sunset. Take in Lake Burley Griffin and many of Canberra's national attractions, framed by picturesque mountain ranges. See how Walter Burley Griffin’s vision for the city has been brought to life. A hotspot for photographers, the vista is complemented by the abundance of native birds and wildlife.