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

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

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
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
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
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
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."

Best Nightlife in The Torquay

Shorty's
Shorty's
4.1 (630 ratings)
Burgers, shakes & gourmet pub classics with an international twist served in funky, industrial digs.
29 Garema Pl, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
PubBarBar & grillBeer gardenHamburger restaurantRestaurant
Lucky's Speakeasy
Lucky's Speakeasy
4.1 (87 ratings)
Stylish bar with exposed-brick decor and dark leather seats, for classic cocktails and bar snacks.
Ground Floor, QT, 1 London Cct, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
BarRestaurant
Mentioned by HerCanberra
20 of Canberra's best bars
"Many think a speakeasy should be underground, but the emphasis is on ‘hidden’ – in this case, Lucky’s is at street level, but you do have to find it via a secret entrance at the back of the hotel’s Barber Shop or a discreetly lit entrance from outside. Those readers of a certain ‘vintage’ may remember the space as its previous incarnation as‘Bobby McGee’s’ but let me tell you, there’s no ‘Bohemian Rhapsody’ being played here – it’s all class with a curated DJ set adding atmosphere. It’s sizeable, the space feels sophisticated and intimate, with booths providing privacy."
Knightsbridge Penthouse
Knightsbridge Penthouse
4.1 (223 ratings)
Hip, low-lit nightspot for classic & inventive cocktails, plus DJs playing soul, hip hop & funk.
10/26 Mort St, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia
Cocktail barBarPub
Mentioned by Nightflow.com
Canberra Nightlife • A Complete Guide [2021 September Update]
"Looking for a perfect place to hang out with friends late at night?. Explore the classic drinks menu, quirky weekend parties, and relaxed atmosphere of Knightsbridge Penthouse. The team behind ‘Knightly’ are connoisseurs of funk and hip-hop, so this bar is ideal for a good old-fashioned boogie."
Mentioned by Australian Top 10 2021 Lists | Top 10 in Australia | Australia Unwrapped
Best Nightclubs in Canberra for Great Night Out - Nightlife in ACT
"NOW CLOSED – Another famous place if you are looking for spending your night while boogieing in the disco, is Knightsbridge Pent House. The penthouse offers classic drinks and a comfy relaxed atmosphere. If you are old fashioned and enjoy funk and hip-hop then this place is for you."

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

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
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
Cotter Reserve
Cotter Reserve
4.6 (915 ratings)4.5 (138 ratings)
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
National reserveNature & ParksCampgroundNature preserveNature & Wildlife Areas

Top Best Chinese Restaurants in The Torquay

Dumpling King - Canberra City
Dumpling King - Canberra City
4.1 (110 ratings)
Grand United Building, 2/5 Garema Pl, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Chinese restaurantRestaurant
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Chinese Restaurants in Canberra 🥇
"You will find mouth-watering and delectable dishes that are inspired by Northern Chinese cuisine. This family-owned business is truly passionate when it comes to serving the best Chinese cuisine in the whole of NSW. On top of that, their high-quality dishes come at surprisingly affordable prices."
CBD Dumpling House
CBD Dumpling House
4.2 (1046 ratings)
Glass-fronted, industrial-style restaurant with a casual vibe for dumplings and Chinese dishes.
Shop FG13C, 148 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Chinese restaurantAsian fusion restaurantBar
Mentioned by VisitCanberra
Discover Canberra’s great Asian dining in the city
"This spacious and popular restaurant is tucked away at the back of the Canberra Centre. CBD Dumpling House has built a reputation for generous portions, and of course, tasty dumplings. The kitchen is an integral part of the dining experience – open both sides so you can watch the chefs hard at work creating your dinner."
Happy’s Chinese Restaurant
Happy’s Chinese Restaurant
4.3 (414 ratings)
Simple eatery with a painted mural of the Great Wall of China, serving classic Cantonese meals.
1/17 Garema Pl, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Chinese restaurant
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Chinese Restaurants in Canberra 🥇
"First up, we have Happy’s Chinese Restaurant at the top of our list. This is a simple yet top-rated Chinese restaurant that you can find in Canberra. It first opened its doors back in 1962."

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