Tucked between Sydney and Melbourne, the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is an elegant balance of culture, nature, history, and cuisine. At its heart lies Canberra, the nation’s capital, where Australia’s story is told through its national treasures: the Australian War Memorial, the National Gallery of Australia, the National Museum, and Parliament House. Yet Canberra’s sophistication extends beyond its politics and culture—it's a city deeply connected to nature, where a morning spent admiring masterpieces can be followed by an afternoon hike through native bushland, a paddle across Lake Burley Griffin, or a leisurely cycle through one of the world's most sustainable cities.
Also a destination for those who travel for taste, the ACT's cool-climate wine region is home to some of Australia's hidden gem cellar doors and vineyards. Enjoy a bold Shiraz or crisp Riesling at an urban lakeside café, an innovative fine dining restaurant, or among the surrounding rolling hills dotted with grazing kangaroos. The ACT is where Australia’s past and future meet—where fine art, fine wine, beautiful landscapes, and even politics can coexist effortlessly.
