Mount Ainslie Lookout
Mount Ainslie Lookout
Mount Ainslie Lookout
4.5
12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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12:00 AM - 11:59 PM
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- MapsnMemories22 contributionsAwesome views from Mount AinslieMarvellous views - terrific for photos. Interesting information boards. Refreshments were available from a mobile vendor. Easy drive from the city's main attractions, and convenient, free parking. A must-do Canberra experience - would suggest a visit to the National Capital Exhibition first to fully appreciate the planning behind all you will see.Visited August 2023Traveled with familyWritten October 6, 2023
- Johnny HBelfast, United Kingdom211 contributionsLovely view but attack of the Lady Birds!Loads of parking, nice friendly guy with a drinks stand, AWESOME view BUT attack of the lady birds, lol. The vendor had told us they normally come at the start of the year for two months but were running late this year. 1000s of them. At least it wasn’t mosquitoes!Visited March 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten March 29, 2024
- Dan LBunbury, Australia8,887 contributionsGreat Viewing areaVisited here with our tour group. Very good panoramic views and, in particular, the view of the War Memorial, ANZAC Parade and across Lake Burley Griffin to both Old and New Parliaments. Good information signage titled The Griffin Plan, Marion Mahony Griffin View and From Slow Beginnings. I considered that the area could be better maintained for a prime viewing area. Great place for all the energetic types that enjoy an uphill run.Visited May 2024Traveled as a coupleWritten June 18, 2024
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Gwendolyn Ang
Singapore, Singapore102 contributions
Nov 2019
Walked up from the Australian War Memorial and I have to say, the view is spectacular and unobstructed compared to Black Mountain Lookout/Telstra Tower (which you have to pay to view).
I would say visit during the evening/sunset to get amazing views & to see kangaroos emerge from the forest to forage (they venture as far as the Australian War Memorial grounds!). The kangaroos I encountered happened to be really shy and I would say to keep a respectful distance regardless. Heard a bunch of kookaburras and saw some rabbits too.
I would say visit during the evening/sunset to get amazing views & to see kangaroos emerge from the forest to forage (they venture as far as the Australian War Memorial grounds!). The kangaroos I encountered happened to be really shy and I would say to keep a respectful distance regardless. Heard a bunch of kookaburras and saw some rabbits too.
Written January 9, 2020
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Eric Z
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Jan 2023
A transfixing view of Canberra. You can see the true work of the architects who designed structures there such as the monumental Parliament House and Parliamentary Triangle, especially Anzac Parade. The view is seemingly symmetrical. There is plenty of parking and Mount Ainslie is just around 10 minutes or so from Canberra Central. It's especially spectacular at night when the city illuminates. A breathtaking view of the city.
Written January 28, 2023
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Lord M
Jersey, UK325 contributions
Feb 2020 • Couples
We drove up early in the morning looking forward to lovely views over Canberra. Well you don’t get to see much of the city these days as everything has grown up too tall for you to see.
The most interesting thing? The boards telling you about Canberra, it’s design, what it was meant to reflect etc.
Don’t bother. Check out the pictures and save yourself a journey.
The most interesting thing? The boards telling you about Canberra, it’s design, what it was meant to reflect etc.
Don’t bother. Check out the pictures and save yourself a journey.
Written February 13, 2020
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Ross D
Sydney, Australia387 contributions
Aug 2022
Located in Canberra Nature Park above the War Memorial it's worth a drive up to the viewing area of Mt Ainslie. Alternatively here are some steep walking tracks. You will be greeted by a good panoramic view of Canberra showing the city's planned layout and the lake. No toilets, food or drinks on offer but a great view from 850m above the city .
Written September 1, 2022
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royufu
Japan2,086 contributions
Aug 2024 • Solo
This observation deck overlooks Canberra and may be the best place to visually understand Canberra's urban planning as a fully planned city.
So you never pay too much for car rental from the city. The orderly cityscape is beautiful.
So you never pay too much for car rental from the city. The orderly cityscape is beautiful.
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Written August 11, 2024
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cougar_df
Sydney, Australia215 contributions
Aug 2020
As most have said, the views from this lookout is pretty spectacular. Unfortunately the day we went up there was one of the coldest August days Canberra has recorded and with the wind howling away, it did take away from what would have been a very enjoyable experience.
Will attempt another visit the next time I visit Canberra.
Will attempt another visit the next time I visit Canberra.
Written August 10, 2020
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Dan L
Bunbury, Australia8,887 contributions
May 2024 • Couples
Visited here with our tour group. Very good panoramic views and, in particular, the view of the War Memorial, ANZAC Parade and across Lake Burley Griffin to both Old and New Parliaments. Good information signage titled The Griffin Plan, Marion Mahony Griffin View and From Slow Beginnings. I considered that the area could be better maintained for a prime viewing area. Great place for all the energetic types that enjoy an uphill run.
Written June 18, 2024
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inonufing
Whyalla, Australia142 contributions
Nov 2019
We were in Canberra when the bushfires where happening and we went to the lookout and you could see the bushfires from here. It was certainly an eye opener to see how close we were to the fires. The 360 degree view from the top is amazing, spend as much time as you can there. There is so much to see of Canberra from here.
Written April 10, 2020
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Aviation Central
Sydney, Australia262 contributions
Aug 2024 • Friends
The peak of the mountain reaches 1km, giving me great views of Canberra!! We visited during Spring and due to the time and altitude, it was very cold, so be sure to bring a jacket if you can't stand the cold. We literally saw flying planes at eye level, which is so cool! This is a must-visit place if you are in Canberra.
Written October 10, 2024
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CRAM-AU
Melbourne, Australia32 contributions
Jan 2021 • Family
The hike starts at the War Memorial car park and is approx 2km to the top. We saw a great mix of age groups out doing the walk to the top The view at the top is amazing. You can see the whole of Canberra. Definitely worth the visit.
Written January 9, 2021
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Hola! te pregunto: es difícil subir caminando hasta el mirador?, cuanto tiempo puede llevar?, se sube por un sendero o por el camino para autos?
Te agradeceré la información!
Muchas gracias!
Written June 7, 2019
Can you drive right to the lookout or is it a park and walk to the lookout?
Written December 28, 2016
It's pretty close by and there's easy access to the viewing platforms.
Parking is pretty easy too. And there's public toilets
Written January 1, 2017
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Canberra, Australia
Is there a time limit on parking? Or pay parking?
Written October 3, 2016
Are there toilets at mount ainslie lookout?
Written August 18, 2016
hello.. no there isn't
regards,
Written October 15, 2016
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