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Discover Canberra’s historic and cultural gems on this private walking tour. Begin at Parliament House, marveling at its grand marble staircase and contrasting chambers of the Senate and House of Representatives. Stroll through Old Parliament House Gardens, where Australia’s democratic foundations were shaped. Visit Magna Carta Place to see a rare 1297 copy of the Magna Carta, a cornerstone of parliamentary heritage. Explore the National Library of Australia, home to important national and global documents. Experience Canberra’s diversity at the International Flag Display in Commonwealth Place. Conclude at the National Gallery of Australia, showcasing the world’s largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. This private, heritage-focused tour reveals Canberra’s architecture, history, and culture through the eyes of a knowledgeable local guide. Perfect for history, architecture, and culture enthusiasts seeking an immersive experience.
What's Included
Meeting and pickup
The guide will meet you in front of the entrance of Parliament House.
The tour will end at the main entrance of National Gallery of Australia.
Itinerary
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1Parliament of Australia
The enormous Parliament House features 4,700 individual rooms, many of which are accessible to the general public. The grand marble staircase in the entryway leads to the Great Hall, which features an elaborate tapestry. In contrast to the red of the Senate chamber, the House of Representatives chamber is decked in green.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
2Old Parliament House Gardens
Between the years of 1927 and 1988, the Federal Parliament met in Old Parliament House. The social and political landscape of Australia saw profound shifts during this time. The development of Australia's democratic institutions took place in this same structure. The foundations of the nation were laid here.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
3Magna Carta Place
Parliamentary democracy in Australia can trace its roots back to the Magna Carta. There is a copy of the Magna Carta from 1297 on display in Parliament House; it is one of just four such copies in the entire world and the only one in the Southern Hemisphere.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
4National Library of Australia
National Library of Australia is responsible for important Australian and non-Australian documents. These resources are collected, conserved, and made available by the Library or other libraries and information providers.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
5International Flag Display
In the National Triangle, Commonwealth Place's International Flag Display honors the city's diverse ethnicities. The illuminated flags provide a spectacular reflection in Lake Burley Griffin's Central Basin. There's also the International Flag Raising Ceremony.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free -
6National Gallery of Australia
The National Gallery of Australia houses the greatest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artwork in the world within its ever-expanding collection of over 155,000 pieces of art. These works were made by more than 15,000 artists.
20 minutes • Admission ticket free
Additional info
- Public transportation options are available nearby
- Suitable for all physical fitness levels
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