Uncle Bob's Park, Nathalia, is located over the Cemetery Bridge in heading east. It offers a great place for families to relax and enjoy a barbecue lunch or just a quiet getaway from the centre of town.
An all-abilities fishing platform was erected in 2017, allowing everyone to get up and close to the Broken Creek in all capacity.
A toilet block and a fenced children's playground are also on site. It offers a great grassed area with ample parking.
The Nathalia War Memorial commemorates those in the community who have served and those who have died in the various conflicts that Australia has been involved in.
Built in 1927 and opened by Lord Somers, it was added to after WWII and opened by Hon G Moss MLA. A monument was erected to Alfred Draper for the Boer War 1901.
The monument is a white marble statue on a grey granite columned pedestal. Located south end of Blake Street just before the roundabout.
The National Alpine Museum of Australia (NAMA) offers a free and engaging journey into the stories, people and spirit of Australia's alpine regions. Visitors can explore exhibitions that bring alpine history to life through objects, multimedia, art and personal stories.
A changing program of exhibitions and events ensures there's always something new to discover, while groups can enjoy tailored experiences designed around specific interests or learning needs. The museum space is also available for event hire.
Located at Mount Buller, NAMA is just a one‑minute walk from the Village Square Plaza on level one of the Alpine Central Building.
NAMA has the largest collection relating to the history and heritage of Alpine Australia in the country. It is dedicated to sharing and preserving the amazing stories of the characters, places and spirit of Australia's Alpine communities.
In 1914, more than 40,000 Australians and New Zealanders left Albany, bound for the Great War. This is their story.
The National Anzac Centre is Australia's foremost museum honouring the Anzac legend. Set within Albany Heritage Park, the Centre offers visitors a deeply personal connection with the Anzac experience.
Upon entering the National Anzac Centre, visitors assume the identity of one of 32 Anzac characters and walk with them as they experience the First World War: from recruitment; through training and embarkation; engagement in conflicts in the Indian Ocean prior to arrival in Egypt; and on to Gallipoli, the Palestine and Sinai; and across the Western front.
These personal stories unfold through interactive, multimedia displays and audio commentary, as visitors witness the First World War through the eyes and stories of their Anzac.
The National Anzac Centre experience concludes with the discovery of each Anzac's fate and the opportunity for visitors to document their own feelings through an interactive wall that displays their message within the National Anzac Centre.
The Centre opened on 1 November 2014, to mark the centenary of the Australian and New Zealand troop convoys' departure from Albany's King George Sound to enter the First World War.
The National Arboretum Canberra is a mosaic of living forests offering breathtaking views and unique experiences. With over 40,000 trees across the 250-hectare site, the Arboretum is one of the world's largest living collections of rare, endangered and culturally significant trees.
Art and nature enthusiasts can immerse themselves in the National Bonsai and Penjing Collection of Australia, the Forest Sculpture Gallery, and the National Rock Garden – each offering inspiration and insight into the beauty of living art.
Feeling active? Walk or ride through over 20 kilometres of scenic trails that wind through majestic forests, offering breathtaking views and peaceful escapes. Families will love the iconic POD Playground, a space designed to spark imagination and joy.
After your adventure, relax at the café and browse the gift shop, or enjoy the serenity at one of the picnic spots.
Throughout the year, the Arboretum comes alive with guided tours, school holiday programs, and seasonal events that celebrate the ever-changing landscape and bring people together. Be sure to check the website to help plan your visit or to book upcoming walks, tours and events.
Just minutes from the city, the National Arboretum is a vibrant destination for conservation, community, education, award-winning architecture, and events – inviting you to explore a world where nature, art, and adventure come together. Every visit is a new experience waiting to unfold.
Explore the National Archives of Australia, located in the historic East Block, where exhibitions, displays, and events bring the national archival collection to life.
Open daily and free to the public, visitors can enjoy their exhibitions and the convenience of their on-site shop and cafe.
Their diverse events program features activities for all ages, including special school holiday events for families.
The National Art Glass Gallery houses a world class, nationally significant collection of contemporary art glass, featuring approximately 400 pieces.
As well as displaying the National Art Glass Collection, the gallery also exhibits a number of curated exhibitions which feature well known Australian and international glass artists throughout the year.
The now relocated National Automobile Museum of Tasmania in Launceston features one of Australia's most significant motoring collections. Spanning over 100 years of style and technical achievement this impressive collection of traditional and contemporary automobiles is a must-see for all those who appreciate history, design, engineering and style.
The museum comes alive with varied theme displays each year as well as constantly changing cars and motorcycles in the main hall. A feature of the new location is the establishment of "The Hall of Muscle" a celebration of the Australian Muscle Car. Along with over one hundred exhibits, the museum features a unique gift shop with a magnificent range of merchandise that will delight people of all ages.
Situated across the road from the Silo Hotel and Tasmania's largest children's playground, Riverbend Park, a visit to The National Automobile Museum of Tasmania is an ideal way to spend a leisurely afternoon. Car and motor home parking is available on site. The museum features disability access throughout.
Open every day (except Christmas day) 9 am to 5 pm. Opening times during Winter are 10 am to 4 pm.
The National Bonsai & Penjing Collection of Australia is a stunning public display featuring over 75 styled trees. The Collection features a variety of traditional and modern styles and highlights include many Australian native species including Banksia serrata and Eucalyptus camaldulensis'.
Many of the trees are owned by the Collection whilst others are on loan from around Australia by the artists or their families. The rotation of trees allows for continued involvement with the community and enables a dynamic and diverse collection that is always changing and providing new experiences for visitors.
The Collection can be appreciated throughout the seasons, from a burst of colour in spring to dramatic colours in autumn.
The Collection is located alongside the Village Centre at the National Arboretum Canberra where several of the species featured in bonsai form can be seen in the surrounding forests.
Please note:
Fully accessible with sealed, level pathways.
No dogs allowed, assistance dogs only.
Visitors are welcomed.
The exhibition tells the story of Canberra as the capital city of Australia.
Canberra is unique in design and innovative in the history of town planning by being the result of a worldwide competition. The winners of that competition, Walter and Marion Griffin, presented a design where the built and the natural landscapes have equal importance. They designed a city that fits in between landmarks and remains in scale with humans.
Come and learn more about what was here before the city, how the site and the design were chosen, what it might have looked like and what may happen in the future.
All digital presentations have international translations.
Experience the National Carillon, one of Canberra's most iconic landmarks and one of Australia's largest musical instruments. Situated on Queen Elizabeth II on Lake Burley Griffin, the National Carillon houses 57 bronze bells with a combined weight of 32 tonnes and has been delighting visitors since it was gifted to Canberra by the British Government in 1970 to mark the city's 50th anniversary.
Free National Carillon Concerts are held every Wednesday and Sunday, offering visitors the chance to hear the bells played live by skilled carillonists. Concert programs are available on the National Capital Authority website.
For a deeper experience, join a guided tour of the National Carillon and discover the history, mechanics and music behind this remarkable instrument. Wednesday tours finish just before the evening concert, while alternate Sunday tours are available to complement the weekly Sunday recital.
Make the most of your visit by combining a guided tour with a live concert performance. Whether you're a history enthusiast, architecture lover, music fan or first-time visitor to Canberra, the National Carillon offers a unique and memorable experience.
Bookings are essential for guided tours. Visit the National Capital Authority website for upcoming tour dates, times and availability.
Discover the National Communication Museum (NCM), where technology, art and creativity collide. Housed in a 1939 telephone exchange in Hawthorn, NCM explores the past, present and future technologies that connect us.
Step back in time with rotary dial phones, meet George, the famous Speaking Clock and a working step-by-step telephone exchange. Log on at the '90s Cyber Café, where you can browse the web and play games from the days of the early internet. Younger visitors can get hands-on in the Kids Hub, while a changing program of exhibitions brings artists and technologists together to unpack how technology shapes your everyday lives, exploring everything from robotics to surveillance technology, artificial intelligence and more.
Now showing is Radical Computing, a love letter to the personal computer. Curated by Mel Huang Buntine, the exhibition traces how computers went from being behind closed doors, to something every day people could build, tinker and play with in their own homes. Highlights include a rare CM-2 supercomputer, the only one known to have come to Australia, alongside a wall of iconic personal computers, interwoven with fun, interactive experiences, celebrating Melbourne's coding and underground demoscene.
Throughout the year, NCM also runs talks, workshops, school holiday programs and school excursions. Adult, concession and family tickets are available, along with memberships.
Come and experience the story of human connection at NCM.
The National Crime and Justice Museum at the Geelong Gaol (also known as the Geelong Gaol Museum) is housed in the most intact 19th-century colonial prison in Victoria. It opened in 1853 and closed in 1991 in the same conditions that you see today.
Visitors can experience the brutal conditions prisoners endured over its 138-year history along with displays telling the history of this three-story bluestone behemoth. Visitors can also see artefacts from all over Australia that illustrate its criminal history.
Step back in history and view the exhibitions of Colonial Prisons, the Hulks, Stitched Up and Saga Behind the Armour, Eureka Stockade to name a few.
Special Exhibitions on a variety of topics that change up to four times a year
Dinosaur fans of all ages will completely ‘dig’ the National Dinosaur Museum, located in Canberra’s Gold Creek Village. With one of the largest permanent displays of dinosaurs and prehistoric life in Australia, you’ll discover how dinosaurs evolved and interacted amid skulls, skeletons, murals, models and fossils not on display anywhere else in the world. There are even animatronic dinosaurs that move, roar, blink and breathe including the Big Dinosaur - a 20 metre long T Rex!
Wander through the lifelike models in the newly renovated and landscaped Dinosaur Garden, and browse Canberra's largest display of minerals, fossils and crystals for sale.
Tickets can be booked online through their website.
Experience Australia's federal electoral system and the power of Australia's democracy at the National Electoral Education Centre run by the Australian Electoral Commission. Located in the heart of Canberra's parliamentary triangle, the National Electoral Education Centre is a must-see destination for school groups as part of their civics and citizenship curriculum.
Using experiential learning to engage and inform, one of the AEC's electoral experts will guide your school group through a 90-minute program. Explore the history of democracy and voting in Australia. Meet DemocraBot and be immersed in DemocraCity, our interactive virtual world, to learn about representation, enrolment, and voting. Students participate in their own election where they will vote, count the votes, and declare the election result, while taking on the roles of voters, ballot box guards, scrutineers and polling officials.
The AEC Electoral Education team are pleased to announce the development of 'Teach the Vote'. A free downloadable toolkit which provides curriculum-aligned resources to support the teaching of electoral education, civics and citizenship.
Central to the package is DemocraCity – a downloadable 3D educational game that explores democracy and elections in an immersive and interactive way.
Explore 'Teach the Vote' and start your DemocraCity journey today!
The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia is open daily on McCoy Circuit in Acton's cultural precinct – drop in for date night, a family outing or a quiet afternoon to yourself. Check out the weekly Arc Cinema movie program, explore the curious collection of audiovisual artefacts on display in The Library, or simply enjoy a locally roasted coffee in the cosy Mediatheque or the sunny heritage courtyard.
Delight in the art and world-class exhibitions on show at the National Gallery, on the shores of Canberra's Lake Burley Griffin. Art lovers will enjoy meandering through the galleries and admiring the collection, including the famous 'Blue Poles' by Jackson Pollock and the Ned Kelly series by Sidney Nolan.
The new Australian and International art galleries provide plenty of things to see, following a large-scale rehang of almost every piece. The Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art collection comprises over 7500 works and is the largest globally.
Established in 2019, the National Guitar Museum salutes and celebrates the instrument and those who make it sing.
And let's get serious; is there a more appropriate place to celebrate the humble guitar than the Country Music Capital?
With a special focus on rock and country, the collection is made up of famous guitars, replicas of famous guitars, signed guitars and profiles on the Australian and international stars who played them all. Think Smoky Dawson, QUEEN's Brian May, Tommy Emmanuel, KISS' Paul Stanley, Keith Urban, Dolly Parton, Brooks & Dunn, Kenny Rogers, The Eagles… the list goes on.
The National Guitar Museum is located in the Tamworth Visitor Information Centre at the Big Golden Guitar complex, and is a great experience for lovers of music across all genres.
Welcome to the National Library of Australia – the home of your story.
There is always something going on with a constantly changing calendar.
Wander through the Main Reading Room to view some of the building's artwork and look through a selection of books on display.
Or take advantage of one of their free guided tours. Trained volunteer guides are passionate about sharing their knowledge of the Library and its collections.
And don't forget to browse the Bookshop for a souvenir, a special gift or your next great read. Or, if you need to recharge with a drink and a bite to eat, you can also visit the Paperplate Cafe.
Know what is happening at the Library before you arrive. Check out the National Library website for their opening hours and to plan your visit. Also, have a look at the What's On page to find out what events, lectures, discussion panels, author talks, special exhibitions and school holiday activities they have coming up for you to see and participate in. Visit the exhibition galleries, including the Treasures Gallery, which showcases the extraordinary holdings of the National Library of Australia.
The National Memorial WAAAF Creek Walk is an enjoyable creek sidewalk lined with interpretive signage that honours and celebrates the Women's Auxiliary Australian Airforce story that inspires pride sparks new interest in an underrepresented piece of Australis's service history.
The trailhead stands as an impressive art installation that makes a great statement about the women and their dedication to protecting the country.
Since 1965, millions of people have enjoyed discovering their motoring heritage at the National Motor Museum in Birdwood, South Australia.
As an international centre for the collection, research, preservation, education and display of Australian road transport history, the National Motor Museum is much more than a collection of vehicles. It is a social history of the way we were, the way we are now and the way of the future.
Nestled in the scenic Adelaide Hills wine region, the National Motor Museum's grounds are perfect for picnics or a barbecue.
The museum is renowned for hosting special events such as the iconic RAA Bay to Birdwood, the largest continually staged vehicle run of its kind in the world. In 2026, the RAA Bay to Birdwood will be held on Sunday 18 October.
Located alongside the world-famous Mount Panorama/Wahluu racing circuit, the National Motor Racing Museum celebrates the rich history, personalities, and achievements of Australian motorsport.
While Mount Panorama and the iconic Bathurst 1000 are central to its displays, the museum showcases the full spectrum of racing across the country.
Motorcycle racing is a particular highlight, alongside exhibits dedicated to speedway, solar racing, drag racing, rallying, open-wheelers, sports cars, and touring cars. Enthusiasts can also enjoy an ever-changing collection of more than 100 racing cars and motorbikes.
The National Motorcycle Museum houses in excess of 800 motorcycles and memorabilia relating to motorcycles from 1900 to the present, including a large collection of Australian speedways.
The museum is privately owned and operated by the Kelleher family and friends of the museum. The museum is purpose-built and has over 2,600 square metres of floor space.
Groups are encouraged as there is plenty of parking for coaches and offer morning and afternoon tea for adults at AUD25 inclusive of museum entry and paid at the time of booking.
Starting at Wentworth Falls picnic area, this walk passes epic lookouts with sweeping, amazing views of the waterfall plunging down into the Jamison Valley, before reaching the historic Grand Stairway.
Built into the side of the cliff, the National Pass is a spectacular walking track offering unrivalled views of the many natural wonders of the World Heritage-listed Blue Mountains National Park.
Your journey begins at Wentworth Falls picnic area, where you can stroll over to Jamison lookout and take in magnificent views of the valley below. Listen to the cascading water at Wentworth Falls, before tackling the historic Grand Stairway, built by hand in the early 1900’s. As you’re making your way down, spare a thought for the men who built it using picks and shovels, with a bit of dynamite for good measure, more than 100 years ago.
As you enter the Valley of the Waters you’ll be greeted by a set of beautiful waterfalls, including Empress, Silvia and Lodore Falls. Once you’ve climbed back out of the valley, take a break at Conservation Hut with a cuppa.
