Travel to Canberra

Travel to your nation's capital is a breeze. By car, travel direct on major freeways or drive leisurely on highways to explore Capital Country, indulge in fine food and wine and discover historic towns and villages. By air, fly in from most regional centres and major cities with Qantas, Virgin Blue and Tiger Airways. Trains and coaches depart daily to and from Sydney and Melbourne. For details on travel to Canberra, refer to the Visit Canberra website.

Canberra Travel Information

Make your first point of contact with the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre on Northbourne Avenue when you drive into the city from Melbourne or Sydney. Phone 1 300 889 026 to connect with our friendly and knowledgeable staff. They can help you book your short break and guide you to create lasting memories in the nation’s capital this winter. You can also browse a well-stocked shop full of maps, guides, travel essentials and souvenirs to take home to loved ones.

Getting around Canberra

Discover the ease of travelling around a planned city. Even our roundabouts are easy to negotiate! You can drive across Canberra in just forty minutes. Parking is easy. Average fees are less than $10 per day and most attractions have free parking. Shopping malls offer free parking for the first two hours. There is a great bus service and taxis are easy to find. Canberra has an enviable network of cycle and walking paths. Discover national attractions and our best features on a self-guided walking tour or hire a bike and be refreshed with a ride.