National Capital Attractions
While we are looking forward to schools visiting Canberra again when life returns to normal, we want to stay connected with you where we can. Canberra’s attractions have many online learning resources and activities, that may provide a support to schools, whether students are at home or in the classroom. These resources are based on curriculum themes of civics and citizenship, STEM, Australian history, art and culture. Links to these resources can be found on each attraction’s web page.
ACT Historic Places
Lanyon Homestead Tharwa Drive, Tharwa ACT 2620 Lanyon Homestead, at the foot of the Brindabellas on the Murrumbidgee River, is…
Australian Institute of Sport (AIS)
Experience the AIS Discover Australia’s premier elite sport precinct. Sport is Australia’s passion, so get into the spirit and…
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Come to the Australian National Botanic Gardens and discover the rich stories of Australia’s unique plants in a vibrant outdoor…
Australian National University
Building on successful educational programs run at Mount Stromlo Observatory, the ANU offers a range of educational programs for…
Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial is committed to creating a meaningful commemorative learning experience for your students, in one of…
Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex
The Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex is a vital part of NASA’s Deep Space Network, sending and receiving data and…
Canberra Glassworks
Can your students handle the heat? Fire up your curriculum with a hand-on excursion to Canberra Glassworks. A visit to the…
Canberra Museum and Gallery
A vibrant place in the heart of the city, Canberra Museum and Gallery (CMAG) celebrates the region’s social history and visual…
Cockington Green Gardens
A visit to our unique display provides an opportunity for students to experience some of the world’s great buildings, in just one…
CSIRO Discovery
CSIRO is Australia’s leading scientific agency. We are solving the greatest challenges through innovative science and technology…
Geoscience Australia
The Geoscience Australia Education Centre offers Australian Curriculum-linked education programs designed to immerse students in…
Government House
Government House sits on Lake Burley Griffin. It is a heritage listed building and various historic parts of the property have to…
High Court of Australia
The High Court of Australia decides important questions of law for the nation.
Local smaller Attractions
Visiting schools may wish to include some of the smaller local attractions available in Canberra as part of their itinerary. …
MoAD (Museum of Australian Democracy)
MoAD (the Museum of Australian Democracy) is located in the spiritual home of Australian democracy— Old Parliament House. At MoAD…
Mount Stromlo Observatory
Evening visits A typical evening visit starts with a welcome by professional astronomers, followed by a behind-thescenes tour of…
Mt Ainslie Lookout
I f you want to really understand the essence of Walter Burley Griffin’s plan for the National Capital, a visit to Mount Ainslie…
National Arboretum
Discover one of Canberra’s top tourist destinations! With spectacular views over the city, visit the National Arboretum’s Village…
National Archives of Australia
Challenge your students The voices of Australia since Federation can be heard throughout the National Archives. The national…
National Capital Exhibition
The National Capital Exhibition is the home of Canberra’s story. All our activities help students uncover the ‘why, where, how…
National Dinosaur Museum
History and Science collide to reveal the prehistoric giants of the past. Australia’s National Dinosaur Museum, one of Canberra’…
National Electoral Education Centre
Experience Australia’s federal electoral system and the power of Australia’s democracy at the recently renovated National…
National Film and Sound Archive
Spark your students’ imagination! Take a tour of Australia’s audio-visual history and experience NFSA’s brand new exhibitions…
National Gallery of Australia
Students engage creatively and critically as they look, think, create and talk about art, investigating diverse perspectives and…
National Library of Australia
Explore your National Collection with the National Library of Australia! Through our education program students can discover…
National Museum of Australia
Visit the National Museum of Australia and get hands-on with the history and cultures of Australia. Onsite Programs Become…
National Portrait Gallery
On the face of it The National Portrait Gallery is a cultural institution where students will discover a veritable roll call of…
National Zoo and Aquarium
Unlike any other zoo experience, students visiting the National Zoo & Aquarium are immersed into the life of the wild.…
Parliament House
A visit to Parliament House engages and challenges students of all ages while they learn about Australia’s representative…
Questacon
At Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre, discover a smarter way to have fun! Questacon, in Canberra’s…
Royal Australian Mint
Visit Visit the Royal Australian Mint to: Learn how coins are made and make your own $1 coin (cost of $3) See robots at work…
Telstra Tower
Telstra Tower rises 195 metres above the summit of Black Mountain and provides unsurpassed 360-degree views of Canberra and…
The Big Issue Classroom
The Big Issue Classroom is a chance for school groups to gain first-hand insights into social issues such as homelessness and…