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Australian Capital Territory, Australia
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Australian Capital Territory

Tucked between Sydney and Melbourne, the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) is an elegant balance of culture, nature, history, and cuisine.

Overview

About Australian Capital Territory.

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 of Australia, and Australian 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.
Where to go

Where to go in Australian Capital Territory.

The places we keep returning to. Combine them into one trip or focus on one and go deep.

CanberraCanberra

Canberra

Get to know Australia’s rich history and culture in the nation’s capital, Canberra.

Wine RegionWine Region

Wine Region

The ACT’s cool-climate wine region is one of Australia’s most intimate to explore, with many boutique wineries just minutes from Canberra.

Namadgi National ParkNamadgi National Park

Namadgi National Park

Just 45 minutes from Canberra, Namadgi National Park offers an escape into the rugged beauty of the Australian Alps.

TidbinbillaTidbinbilla

Tidbinbilla

Adjacent to Namadgi National Park, the Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve provides close encounters with native wildlife, from kangaroos to koalas, while the Tidbinbilla Deep Space Communication Complex—part...

Where to stay

Beautiful stays in Australian Capital Territory, chosen for the trip.

The right property changes the pace of a journey. These are starting points; we can match the lodge or hotel to the trip you want.

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Things to do

Things to do.

A taste of what Australian Capital Territory is known for. We can layer these into the route, swap them out, or pace the days to fit you.

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  • Diana SwainDiana S.Oceania
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