Sydney and Melbourne were vying to be Australia's capital so the government made the diplomatic decision to have the capital built smack bang between the two cities, in the middle of sheep plains. Hence, Canberra was born. It is a green and spacious city of gardens, jazz, wineries and excellent museums, and its expansiveness makes it the ideal city to explore from behind the wheel of your campervan.
You can also see Canberra from a hot air balloon or a bicycle. Mr Spokes will rent you one. The city has an excellent network of bike paths but the route around Lake Burly Griffin is particularly picturesque.
You can walk across the lawn roof of the Australian Parliament House or enjoy a picnic and a bottle of local wine in one of the many gardens. If you enjoy wine tasting there are over 30 wineries in and around Canberra. Grab a map from the tourist information centre and make a day of it.
Balloon Spectacular in Canberra
Stromlo Forest Park BMX track. Photo: washout_mtb via IG
Canberra in autumn
The Floriade spring festival. Photo: Jo_Bakas via IG
The Australian War Memorial
The National Library reflected on Lake Burly Griffin. Photo: ABC Canberra
Artisans at work. Photo: Izzie_cee via IG
Love is love. Rainbow roundabout in Braddon. Photo: fash.food.fit via IG
Wine and cheese tasting at Pop Inn, Canberra. Photo: will_mac89 via IG
Spilt Milk festival, Canberra. Photo: emmajoyyce via IG
Pop Inn, Canberra. Photo: allieberry89 via IG
Namadgi National Park near Canberra. Photo: laurenopolos via IG
Canberra is part of our Sydney to Melbourne Drive for campervans. You can hire a campervan in Sydney or Melbourne.
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