Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in The Entrance

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in The Entrance

Parliament House
Parliament House
4.4 (1140 ratings)4.5 (3448 ratings)
Vast, hilltop building housing Australia's parliament, opened in 1988, topped by 81m-high flagpole.
Parliament Dr, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
Federal government officeSights & LandmarksGovernment officeGovernment Buildings
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Canberra, Australia
"Built in 1988, Australia's national parliament building is a graceful and deeply symbolic piece of architecture. Sitting atop Capital Hill, the building is crossed by two axis, north–south and east–west, representing the historical progression and legislative progression of Australian democracy. There's plenty to see inside, whether the politicians are haranguing each other in the chambers or not."
Mount Ainslie Lookout
Mount Ainslie Lookout
4.6 (2495 ratings)4.5 (2023 ratings)
Paved observation deck with panoramic vistas & information plaques detailing distant landmarks.
20 Mount Ainslie Dr, Australian Capital Territory 2609, Australia
Vista pointSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
4.7 (562 ratings)5 (227 ratings)
Hiking & wildlife viewing are popular at this expansive park with tours & a visitor center.
Paddys River Rd, Paddys River ACT 2620, Australia
Nature preserveNature & ParksNational parkWildlife refugeNature & Wildlife Areas
Cotter Reserve
Cotter Reserve
4.6 (915 ratings)4.5 (138 ratings)
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
National reserveNature & ParksCampgroundNature preserveNature & Wildlife Areas
Lake Burley Griffin
Lake Burley Griffin
4.6 (217 ratings)4.5 (1730 ratings)
Serene trails for walking & cycling border this scenic man-made lake offering boating & fishing.
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
High Court of Australia
High Court of Australia
4.1 (71 ratings)4.5 (311 ratings)
Monumental, concrete and glass building housing court charged with applying the law of Australia.
Parkes Pl, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia
CourthouseSights & LandmarksFederal courthouseGovernment Buildings
Royal Australian Mint
Royal Australian Mint
4.5 (3291 ratings)4.5 (1238 ratings)
Manufacturing site of Australia's coins, offering tours with coin history, plus a cafe & shop.
Denison St, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia
Sights & LandmarksCollectibles storeGovernment Buildings
National Library of Australia
National Library of Australia
4.6 (247 ratings)4.5 (647 ratings)
Public library with a reading room, treasures gallery, changing exhibitions, a bookshop and a cafe.
Parkes Pl W, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
National libraryGovernment BuildingsLibrariesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Telstra Tower
Telstra Tower
4.3 (2845 ratings)4 (1214 ratings)
Open since 1980, this 195m-high telecoms tower has observation decks, a cafe & exhibition space.
100 Black Mountain Dr, Acton ACT 2601, Australia
TowerSights & LandmarksObservation Decks & Towers
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Australian National Botanic Gardens
4.6 (1940 ratings)4.5 (667 ratings)
Tranquil botanical garden featuring a diverse array of native plants, walking trails & a cafe.
Clunies Ross St, Acton ACT 2601, Australia
Botanical gardenNature & ParksGardenParkNational Parks
Mentioned by Australia 21 days itinerary
3 Week Itinerary to Visit Australia
"Royal Botanic Gardens –you can’t beat the serenity and harbour views from these gardens. Have a picnic or take a walk and admire the many different types of plants and city views on a free self-guided walking tour."

Top 10 Kid Friendly Things To Do and Attractions in The Entrance

Lake Burley Griffin
Lake Burley Griffin
4.6 (217 ratings)4.5 (1730 ratings)
Serene trails for walking & cycling border this scenic man-made lake offering boating & fishing.
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
National Library of Australia
National Library of Australia
4.6 (247 ratings)4.5 (647 ratings)
Public library with a reading room, treasures gallery, changing exhibitions, a bookshop and a cafe.
Parkes Pl W, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
National libraryGovernment BuildingsLibrariesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Parliament House
Parliament House
4.4 (1140 ratings)4.5 (3448 ratings)
Vast, hilltop building housing Australia's parliament, opened in 1988, topped by 81m-high flagpole.
Parliament Dr, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
Federal government officeSights & LandmarksGovernment officeGovernment Buildings
Mentioned by Lonely Planet Top Choices
Top things to do in Canberra, Australia
"Built in 1988, Australia's national parliament building is a graceful and deeply symbolic piece of architecture. Sitting atop Capital Hill, the building is crossed by two axis, north–south and east–west, representing the historical progression and legislative progression of Australian democracy. There's plenty to see inside, whether the politicians are haranguing each other in the chambers or not."

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in The Entrance

Dobinsons
Dobinsons
4.1 (331 ratings)
Sweet & savoury pastries & pies, plus cafe meals, in a bustling locale with a sidewalk patio.
177 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
CafeBakeryBreakfast restaurantCoffee shop
Mentioned by FoodPornJournal
5 places for pancakes in Canberra
"I liked the generous portion of buttermilk pancakes with seasonal fruits, lemon yoghurt sauce, house made honeycomb and vanilla ice cream. I loved the lemon infused yoghurt that thickly coated the pancakes providing tartness to the otherwise sweet dish. The vanilla ice cream, also a generous serve (about 2 scoops!) was served in a small bowl on the side."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Cake Shops in Canberra🥇
"You’re also assured of excellent customer service from their staff. Dobinsons opened its kitchen in 1994. They have been continuously providing quality cakes for Canberrans ever since."
Močan & Green Grout
Močan & Green Grout
4.3 (611 ratings)
Stylish, retro-chic nook with inventive meals cooked in an open kitchen, plus fair-trade espresso.
1/19 Marcus Clarke St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
RestaurantCafe
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Coffee Shops In Canberra
"They champion local ingredients and artists in-store, and use Fairtrade Organic coffee beans. As well as serving up great coffee, their food menu is a highlight: think local produce that changes with the seasons. australiaCanberraCanberra coffee"
Greenhouse Coffee & Food Co
Greenhouse Coffee & Food Co
3.8 (293 ratings)
one/Canberra Centre London Cct, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
CafeBreakfast restaurantCoffee shop
Mentioned by FoodPornJournal
5 places for pancakes in Canberra
"I was impressed with the Green House’s ricotta and date pancakes with banana, salted butterscotch sauce, whipped vanilla mascarpone and candied walnuts. The pancakes were fabulously fluffy and soft, lightly drizzled in an amazing sticky butterscotch sauce with a good portion of banana, blueberries and strawberries. The portion was smaller than I would have liked but that just means less calories!"

Best Bakery and Cake Shops in The Entrance

Passiontree Velvet Canberra
Passiontree Velvet Canberra
4.1 (82 ratings)
148 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Cake shopBakeryBreakfast restaurantBrunch restaurantCoffee shopLunch restaurantPatisserieSalad shopWedding bakery
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Cake Shops in Canberra🥇
"They have been creating the most exquisite of cakes since 2013. Their elegant cakes are readily available every day. You may even order from their online store."
Bakers Delight Canberra
Bakers Delight Canberra
3.9 (59 ratings)
16 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Bakery
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Cake Shops in Canberra🥇
"They ensure that all their baked goods are a delight to bake and enjoy. Additionally, they promise even more delightful customer service. Moreover, it is considered as Australia’s most successful bakery franchise."
A. BAKER
A. BAKER
4.1 (196 ratings)
Seasonal dishes, plus homemade bread, in an edgy setting with distressed walls and an open kitchen.
NewActon Pavilion, 2/15 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
BakeryBarRestaurant
Mentioned by HerCanberra
20 of Canberra's best bars
"Once you’ve made your way past the instagrammers and bloggers crowding A.Baker, you’re in a unique venue that deserves praise for its ambitions. Head downstairs for the ‘speakeasy’ bar – a dim and striking escape from the activity above ground, the feature piece a row of amazing old marine lights, found in Jodhpur. It’s place to relax after work, or to wait for your table with some olives and nuts…but with a voyeuristic one-way glass window into the commercial bakery, it’s a fun way to pass the time."

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