Sydney to Canberra Day Trip Experience

Take a day trip from Sydney to Canberra, the capital of Australia, to explore the city's attractions, cultural institutions and beautiful natural surroundings. We drive through Australia’s cool climate wool growing region and learn about the futuristic planning that makes Canberra one of the world's most modern and liveable cities. Visit Parliament House, an architectural masterpiece home to Australian democracy. Take time to explore The Australian War Memorial dedicated to telling stories of what our nation has done to prevent war and contribute to peace. Enjoy lunch besides the lake at the National Museum of Australia. From mid-September to mid-October visit the Floriade Flower Festival, the largest flower festival in the Southern Highlands. A day in our capital is enriching, surprising and thoroughly rewarding!

Meeting Point

St. Andrew's Cathedral

Cnr of George and, Bathurst St, Sydney NSW 2000, Australia

Departs 7.30am St Andrew’s Cathedral, Bathurst St next to Sydney Town Hall. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. You must go to the pick-up location you selected at the time of booking unless a change request is made 24 hours before departure

Christ Church St Laurence

812 George St, Haymarket NSW 2000, Australia

Departs 7.15am St Laurence Church, 812 George St, Haymarket. Please arrive 10 minutes before departure. You must go to the pick-up location you selected at the time of booking unless a change request is made 24 hours before departure

What's included:

• Driver/guide
• Live commentary on board
• All activities

Not included:

• Food and drinks
• Hotel pickup and drop-off

What to expect:

Duration: 12 hours, 30 minutes

Australian War Memorial

Treloar Crescent, Campbell, Canberra, 2612

The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. The Memorial's purpose is to commemorate the sacrifice of those Australians who have died in war or on operational service and those who have served our nation in times of conflict. Its mission is leading remembrance and understanding of Australia’s wartime experience. The Australian War Memorial was voted the number one landmark in Australia by travelers in the 2016 Trip Advisor awards.

1 hour, 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

National Museum of Australia

Lawson Crescent, Acton Peninsula, Canberra, 2601

The National Museum of Australia brings to life the rich and diverse stories of Australia through compelling objects, ideas and events with a focus on indigenous histories and cultures; European settlement and our interaction with the environment. The other option for your free time is The National Gallery of Australia.

1 hour, 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Parliament House

Parliament Drive, Canberra, 2600

Parliament House is the meeting place of the Parliament of Australia. Built in 1988, Australia's national parliament building is a graceful and deeply symbolic piece of architecture.

1 hour, 15 minutes • Admission Ticket Included

Mount Ainslie Lookout

Mount Ainslie Drive, , Canberra, 2609

For picture-perfect views of Canberra allowing you to understand the visionary design of the capital , this location is a hot spot for photographers, with the view complemented by the abundance of native birds and wildlife.

15 minutes