Visit Canberra

From $159 per room Members from $144 per room

Weekend in the Nation’s capital and be pleasantly surprised…..

 

That’s right, Canberra has long been considered a little on the boring side but, we beg to differ. Take advantage of this fantastic weekend bed & breakfast offer and find out for yourself just how much there is to see, do and enjoy.

Whether it’s art, history, entertainment, sport or fine dining you’ll find everything you need to keep the boredom at bay. Canberra is the perfect destination for both couples and families with plenty of activities to keep the kids (and big kids) busy. Plus, many have free entry!

To help you on your way we’ve pulled together some of the must see attractions and upcoming events not to be missed.

BOOK your special bed & breakfast rate from just $159 per night and start planning your weekend getaway now!

Special Events

Toulouse-Lautrec

14 Dec 2012 - 2 April 2013

Enlighten

 1 – 9 March 2013

The Bald Arch Prize 2013

8 Feb – 12 Mar 2013

Birds of Tokyo  in Concert

 12 March 213

Jane Austin Festival

 18 - 21 April 20136

ANZAC Day Commemoration Ceremonies

 25 April

 Australian Institute of Sport Open Day

28 April 2013

Canberra International Music Festival

 10 - 19 May 2013

National Capital Dance Sport Championships

28 - 30 June 2013

AFL

Giants v. Essendon - 8 March 2013

Rugby League

Raiders v. Dragons - 24 March 2013

Raiders v. Roosters - 7 April 2013

Raiders v. Warriors - 13  April 2013

Australia v. New Zealand Test - 19 April 2013

Rugby

Brumbies v. Waratahs - 9 March 213

Brumbies v. Bulls - 30 March 2013

Brumbies v. Kings – 5 April 2013

Brumbies v. Force – 27 April 2013

Brumbies v. Crusaders – 5 May 2013

Free attractions, museums & galleries

Australian War Museum

Canberra Deep Space Communications Complex

Canberra Glassworks

Canberra Museum & Gallery

The Hive Gallery

National Archives of Australia

National Film & Sound Archive

National Gallery of Australia

National Museum of Australia

National Portrait Gallery

Parliament House

Royal Australian Mint

 

Other must see attractions, museums and galleries

Black Mountain CSIRO Discovery Centre

Gallery of Australian Design

Museum of Australian Democracy at Old Parliament House

National Dinosaur Museum

 

Note, most attractions are very affordable or have nominal entry fee.

Family Fun

Australian Institute of Sport

Big Splash Waterpark

Cockington Green Gardens

Gold Creek Village

National Zoo & Aquarium

Questacon – The National Science & Technology Centre

The Great Outdoors

ANZAC Parade

Australian National Botanic Gardens

Gibraltar Falls

Go39ld Creek Station

Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve

For more information on these attractions and more, including locations, hours and entry fees visit www.visitcarnberra.com.au


Bookings
Booking period: 25 February, 2013 to 31 March, 2013
For stays between: 25 February, 2013 to 31 March, 2013

Here's what you will receive:
  • Overnight accommodation
  • Full buffet breakfast for two
Terms & Conditions:

Offer available for new bookings only on Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights between now and 31 March 2013. Subject to room and rate availability and some black out dates may apply. Available Fri, Sat & Sun nights only for Rydges Canberra properties.



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