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Inside Background
Architecture 
Visitors experience the magnificent architecture and design of the building...
Last edited: February 26, 2007
Culture 
While a relatively new city, Canberra is truly a cultural center in Australia...
Last edited: July 29, 2006
History 
“Meeting Place” is what the city’s name essentially means, and it is derived...
Last edited: February 12, 2007
Recommended Reading 
Travel Pictorial - Country or Natural Wonder Always browse any or all Travel...
Last edited: January 17, 2007
Tourist Board Info 
The Canberra and Region Visitors Bureau is located on Northbourne Avenue.  It...
Last edited: April 12, 2008
Weather & When to Go 
Located in the southern Australia, and due to the distance from the sea as well...
Last edited: February 12, 2007
Photo Album 
Please browse these excellent albums & galleries. Australian War Memorial...
Last edited: February 26, 2007
Useful Websites 
ACT (Australian Capital Territory) & CANBERRA ACT Government Australian...
Last edited: February 26, 2007
Virtual Tours 
Please be warned that the " parliament  " virtual tour requires a high speed...
Last edited: February 12, 2007
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Inside Transportation
Arriving & Departing 
If you’re heading to Australia’s capital city from another country you’re not...
Last edited: July 26, 2006
Getting Around 
Canberra Tourist Imformation Website Action Buses Canberra Website     provides...
Last edited: July 07, 2006
Public Transportation 
The bus system in Canberra is one of the best in Australia. With minimal...
Last edited: July 26, 2006
Scenic Lookouts & Walks 
Here are a few great sightse... locations around Canberra. The Lake provides a...
Last edited: February 12, 2007
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Inside Things to Do
Day Trips 
This is some ideas for a half or full day trip. Most visits can be combined...
Last edited: December 29, 2006
Events & Festivals 
This is one of the best places to get up to date information about what is on in
Last edited: July 07, 2006
Family Travel 
This is a city with a large variety of open spaces and building to visit &...
Last edited: December 29, 2006
First-time Visitors 
With Canberra being the political centre of Australia there are several...
Last edited: November 19, 2006
Things to Do 
The National Museum of Australia is great. Go coutry jumping in the courtyard...
Last edited: June 02, 2007
Museums & Attractions 
Please visit these websites as part of your pre-trip research. Anzac Parade...
Last edited: December 29, 2006
Nightlife 
Summary of current clubs in Canberra 31 Oct 2006:  CITY: Academy - on Bunda...
Last edited: November 12, 2006
Shopping 
Canberra has not nor will ever be the Shopping Capital of Australia (for that...
Last edited: October 15, 2006
Embassy Row 
Please drive around the embassy region  and checkout the various embassy sites...
Last edited: June 10, 2006
Free Activities 
This is a few ideas suitable for most people: Anzac Parade Walk & view the...
Last edited: December 29, 2006
Guided Tours 
Please view the tour details on these websites.  Australian War Memorial Old...
Last edited: June 30, 2006
Memorials & Monuments 
These are just a few of the memorials in Canberra. The majority will be located...
Last edited: December 29, 2006
Portrait & Travel Guides 
Pictorial Works   Travel Guides Lonely Planet  " Canberra "  
Last edited: June 10, 2006
Scenic Views 
Great views of Canberra and surrounds from the following locations: Australian...
Last edited: December 29, 2006
Scenic Walks 
This is a list of guided and self-guided walking tours around Canberra Anzac...
Last edited: December 29, 2006
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Inside Australia: For Foreign Visitors
Banks & Money 
Australia’s currency is made up of coins & plastic notes. The coins are 5c...
Last edited: June 10, 2007
Crossing the Border 
All foreign visitors must have a valid passport to enter Australia. All...
Last edited: June 09, 2008
Emergencies 
In Australia, the emergency call number is 000 . This number is a free call...
Last edited: June 01, 2006
Important Phrases 
Please and thank you can always stand anyone in good stead.  Here are a few...
Last edited: May 16, 2008
Telephones 
0011 is the International Access (Dialing) Code from within Australia. 61 is...
Last edited: August 01, 2007
Tipping & Etiquette 
There are no mandatory gratuities or built in restaurant service charges of any...
Last edited: June 24, 2008
Australian Slang 
Be prepared and know the slang so you won't look like a drongo. Aerial Ping...
Last edited: May 27, 2008
Beach Safety 
Beach Safety Courtesy of www.slsa.com.au  The first rule of beach safety is...
Last edited: January 28, 2007
Canberra Overview 
Canberra is the Capital of Australia and the seat of the Commonwealth...
Last edited: September 20, 2007
Customs 
Customs is a very important part of protecting Australia from foreign pests...
Last edited: January 12, 2008
Health & Safety 
Here are a few excellent sources of useful safety information for the great...
Last edited: February 13, 2007
KNOW - NO’S 
<><>F... about taking the overnight train trip (10/11 hours) from...
Last edited: November 26, 2006
Maps - Online 
The "Whereis" website provides online maps for most major cities & towns...
Last edited: February 10, 2007
Parks & Gardens 
This is a city where you can walk around most of the major suburbs. The CBD...
Last edited: July 12, 2006
Taxes 
Most goods in Australia are subject to a 10% GST (goods & services tax...
Last edited: June 18, 2006
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