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Weston Park on Lake Burley Griffin
Weston Park on Lake Burley Griffin

Getting here and around

Getting to your nation's capital is a breeze!

Travel to Canberra conveniently by air, road or rail.
Once you're here you'll discover the ease of travelling around a planned city. Take a public bus, a taxi or a tour. You can be on the other side of Canberra in just forty minutes. Alternately, drive yourself around. Traffic flows are great. Even our roundabouts are easy to negotiate. Take a self-guided driving tour and learn more about the Australian Capital Territory. 

When visiting Canberra for conferences, conventions or business, it is simple and easy to get from your accommodation to meeting venues and there are plenty of great things to do and see while you are here.

Parking in Canberra is cheaper than other major capital cities.  Average daily fees are less than $8 per day. Most national attractions have free parking. Many shopping malls offer free parking for the first two hours.

Canberra has an enviable network of cycle and walking paths. Discover our national attractions and many of our best features on a self-guided walking tours or hire a bike and be refreshed with a ride.

Canberra’s lakes are fantastic for paddling, kayaking, lake cruises and fishing.