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Under $100: Canberra, Australia

by Allie Menzione

Sep 30, 2017

Canberra © Christopher Meder | Dreamstime

Under $100 / Australia

What trip to Australia is complete without a visit to the capital city, Canberra? Discover the roots of Australia and native culture in this beautiful region Down Under.

Hike Mount Ainslie

Adventure and nature lovers will like all of the trails and hikes Canberra has to offer. Hike to the lookout of Mount Ainslie to experience spectacular views of the Australian War Memorial, Anzac Parade, Parliament House and more.

Bring the Kids to Questacon and the National Museum

Bring your little explorers to touch a 3.8-million-year-old moon rock, go on a virtual rollercoaster and discover scientific innovations in a hands-on way.

National Gallery of Australia

Visit the world’s largest collection of Aboriginal art at the National Gallery of Australia. The gallery showcases a total of 7,500 works from the world’s oldest living culture.

Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve

Take a walk, bike ride or drive through Tidbinbilla to be among the natural wildlife of Australia. Spot emus, kangaroos, wallabies and cockatoos in this undisturbed stretch of land.

Australian Alps

Visit the Australian Alps for a challenging climb up Australia’s highest peak, Mount Kosciuszko, or hit the slopes in Victoria’s High Country. There are plenty of adventurous things to do on these trails.

Jervis Bay

If the beach and sand are more your pace, schedule a visit to Jervis Bay. The beaches here are some of the safest and most beautiful in the world with clear turquoise water and white-sand beaches. Hyams Beach is home to the whitest sands in the world.

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