5 Days Exploring Canberra Itinerary

Begin your day with a visit to the National Gallery of Australia, home to an extensive collection of Australian and international art. Enjoy breakfast at Mocan & Green Grout nearby.

Head over to the National Portrait Gallery to see portraits of prominent Australians. For lunch, try Courgette Restaurant, known for its fine dining experience.

Visit the iconic Australian Parliament House in the evening for a guided tour. End your day with dinner at Aubergine Restaurant, celebrated for its seasonal dishes.

Start your morning with a visit to the poignant Australian War Memorial. Have breakfast at Patissez Cafe famous for their FreakShakes.

Explore more history at the National Library of Australia. For lunch, head to Ottoman Cuisine offering delicious Turkish dishes.

In the evening, drive up to Mt. Ainslie for panoramic views of Canberra. Dine at Akiba known for its Asian fusion cuisine.

Kick off your day with an interactive experience at Questacon: the National Science and Technology Centre. Breakfast can be enjoyed at Local Press Cafe offering healthy options.

Visit Commonwealth Park for a relaxing afternoon surrounded by nature. Lunch will be served at The Boat House overlooking Lake Burley Griffin.

Conclude your day with a visit to Captain Cook Memorial Jet. Dinner will be at Temporada serving contemporary Australian cuisine.

Begin your final day with a guided tour of Canberra's highlights including stops like High Court of Australia as part of the tour package Canberra City Highlights Day Tour with Entrance Fees. Breakfast can be had at Penny University Cafe known for their hearty meals.

After your tour ends around midday explore more hidden gems like the unique musical instrument collection in National Carillon located on Aspen Island. Lunch will be served at Sage Dining Rooms offering innovative dishes using local produce.

Wrap up your trip by renting an electric picnic boat from GoBoat Canberra on Lake Burley Griffin as part of this activity: Canberra Electric Picnic Boat Rental. Enjoy dinner on board or later dine out in style one last time in Canberra's top-rated Italian restaurant Italian & Sons.