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Canberra Landmarks and Canberra Monuments
(Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - ACT, Australia AU)



Canberra is an extremely beautiful city and Canberra features many breathtaking landmarks, monuments, and heritage buildings, such as Canberra's American War Memorial, the Old Parliament House, Canberra's striking New Parliament House, the Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet and the Telstra Tower, offering superb panoramic views of Canberra city.

Famous throughout the Australian Capital Territory (ACT), many of these Canberra landmarks and Canberra monuments date back to the early 20th century and have been well maintained. Here are some of Canberra's most prominent landmarks and monuments worth visiting when staying in the historic city of Canberra.




Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet - Lake Burley Griffin, near Regatta Point, Parkes, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6271 2888
The famous Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet has become synonymous with the city of Canberra and stands on Lake Burley, in central Canberra. Celebrating the historic voyage of Captain Cook in the late 18th century, when he discovered this part of Australia, the Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet is an enormous jet of water, reaching up to a staggering 150 metres / 490 feet high. One of the most popular ways to view the Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet up close is by steam-paddle boat cruises, which depart at regular intervals nearby.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 10:00 to 12:00, 14:00 to 16:00
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: New Parliament House - Capital Hill, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6277 5399
Canberra's famous New Parliament House is the seat of local government and is also one of the city's most recognisable landmarks. Situated in the central Capital Hill district of Canberra, New Parliament House has magnificent architecture, including 48 classical marble pillars which represent a eucalyptus forest, grand arches, stone carvings and many detailed features.

Home to a vast interior, housing important collections of paintings, portraits, antique furniture and interesting collections of Canberra artefacts, other attractions at New Parliament House include regular guided tours, a bookshop selling souvenirs and landscaped gardens. Canberra's New Parliament House was officially opened by Queen Elizabeth II in 1988, as part of the elaborate bicentennial celebrations in Canberra.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Old Parliament House - King George Terrace, Parkes, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6270 8222
Old Parliament House was home to the Australian Federal Parliament from 1927, until it was replaced by the New Parliament House on Capital Hill in 1988. Canberra's Old Parliament House is located in central Canberra, just 3 km / 2 miles from the city centre, and was only ever intended as a temporary parliament house building. With regular guided tours lasting around one hour and self-guided tours with information sheets, attractions at the Old Parliament House include the Prime Ministers Office, the Corridors of Power, the House of Representatives Chamber and the National Portrait Gallery.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 09:00 to 17:00
Canberra landmark admission: charge, discounts available for children and families

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Government House - Dunrossil Drive, Yarralumla, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6205 0044
Government House, to the south of Canberra city centre, can be found in the Yarralumla area of Canberra. This important landmark dates back to the early-part of the 20th century and is the official residence of the Governor General of Australia. With grand architecture and an extravagant interior, Government House is only open to the general public on specific days of the year.

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Telstra Tower - Black Mountain Drive, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2601, Australia AU
Tel: +1 800 806 718
Telstra Tower, in the heart of Canberra city centre is an impressive landmark and was built in 1980. This tall tower offers superb panoramic views of Canberra city, with a popular revolving restaurant. Other highlights at Canberra's Telstra Tower include a museum, a souvenir shop and café area.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 09:00 to 22:00
Canberra landmark admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens and children

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Albert Hall - Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6207 2668
The Albert Hall, in the Yarralumla area of Canberra, close to the city centre, was built in the 1920s, when it become one of the most important landmarks in Canberra. Hosting many of Canberra's concerts, events and festivals, attractions at the Albert Hall include Georgian-style architecture and stunning, intricate features.
Canberra landmark open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:00
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: American War Memorial - Sir Thomas Blamey Square, Russell, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6243 4211
The American War Memorial is situated to the north of Canberra city centre and dates back to the 1950s. This important Canberra landmark was built to commemorate how America helped Australia in the second-world war.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: High Court of Australia - Parkes Place, Parkes, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6270 6811
The High Court of Australia, in the Parkes area of Canberra, is a striking landmark in its own right, with awe-inspiring architecture. Home to Australia's judicial system, attractions at the High Court of Australia include public viewing areas, three courtrooms and a lavishly decorated interior.
Canberra landmark open: Monday to Friday - 09:45 to 16:30
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Becker House - Gordon Street, Acton, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2601, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6247 5777
Built in the 1950s, Becker House is a large modern building in central Canberra, with eye-catching, contemporary architecture and many impressive features. Surrounded by water, Becker House is currently used for office space and has excellent conference facilities.
Canberra landmark open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 16:30
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Duntroon House - Royal Military College, Duntroon, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6265 9241
Duntroon House, in the Duntroon inner suburb of Canberra, is one of the city's oldest landmarks, dating back to the 1830s. This historic house contains many well-preserved period features and is now part of Canberra's Royal Military College complex.
Canberra landmark open: hours vary
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Ginninderra Waterfalls - Southern Cross Drive, West Belconnen, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2618, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6278 4222
The Ginninderra Waterfalls are a breathtaking natural landmark in Canberra's northern Belconnen district. Featuring a number of magnificent waterfalls, cascading down from great heights, Canberra's Ginninderra Waterfalls are a popular beauty spot, with picnic areas, nature trails and a large wildlife park.
Canberra landmark open: daily, summer - 10:00 to 20:00, winter - 10:00 to 17:00
Canberra landmark admission: charge, discounts available for senior citizens, children and families

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Indonesian Embassy - 8 Darwin Avenue, Yarralumla, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6250 8600
Situated in the Yarralumla area of Canberra, close to Canberra city centre, the Indonesian Embassy is a breathtaking landmark. With large statues, impressive architecture and detailed features, Canberra's Indonesian Embassy regularly hosts special events and concerts.
Canberra landmark open: Monday to Friday - 09:30 to 17:00
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: King George V Memorial - Parkes Place, King George Terrace, Parkes, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6205 0044
The King George V Memorial stands in central Canberra, close to the Old Parliament House. Commemorating the reign of King George V, this impressive monument is made from bronze and stone, with detailed portraits, carvings and historic features.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: National Naval Memorial - Anzac Parade, Campbell, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2612, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6243 4211
Located on Canberra's famous Anzac Parade, the National Naval Memorial is a large fountain and was built in the mid-1980s as a monument to all Australians who have been part of the Royal Australian Navy.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Royal Australian Air Force Memorial - Anzac Parade, Campbell, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2612, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6243 4211
The Royal Australian Air Force Memorial, in the Campbell area of Canberra, was built as a monument to the Australian Air Force. Consisting of large, steel wings, this striking sculpture commemorates those members of the Air Force who lost their lives in battle.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: Scrivener Dam - Lady Denham Drive, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6205 0044
Standing in the Woden area of Canberra, Scrivener Dam is a spectacular man-made landmark, which is almost 40 metres / 130 feet high. Built in the early 1960s to dam the Molonglo River, the Scrivener Dam has created an enormous lake, with breathtaking scenery. Canberra landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: The Foundation Stone - Parliament House, Capital Circle, Capital Hill, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6205 0044
The Foundation Stone will always be one of Canberra's most important monuments and represents the six original colonies of Australia. Situated outside of the entrance to Canberra's Parliament House, the Foundation Stone was laid in 1913, when Canberra was named in a grand ceremony.
Canberra landmark open: daily - 24 hours
Canberra landmark admission: free

Canberra Landmarks and Monuments: The Lodge - National Circuit, Deakin, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2600, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6205 0044
Located close to Canberra city centre, in the Deakin district, The Lodge was built in the early part of the 20th century and is the official home of the Australian Prime Minister. Standing next to the New Parliament House, The Lodge is an impressive building, surrounded by landscaped gardens and is occasionally open to the general public.
Canberra landmark open: hours vary
Canberra landmark admission: charge

 
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