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High Court of Australia Parkes See Australia's Constitutional court and highest court of appeal in a stunning building by Lake Burley Griffin in the Parliamentary Zone. Visit the court's three courtrooms and see the impressive artworks depicting the development of the Australian nation and its constitution.

All Saints Church Ainslie Visit All Saints Church for reflection, or its architecture and incredible history. All Saints' stone used to be part of the mortuary railway station at Rookwood, Sydney. The former railway station was painstakingly dismantled and transported stone by stone to Canberra. The church was erected in 1958.

Canberra Glassworks Kingston See professional glass artists at work. Make your own glass beads and tiles. Take introductory glass courses from the experts and see their striking exhibitions. Canberra Glassworks is housed in the historic Kingston Powerhouse. Take a free tour on weekends (11am) through the building and discover Canberra's heritage.

Black Mountain Tower Acton See spectacular 360 degree night and day views of Canberra's region from Black Mountain Tower. Feel the wind in your hair on open viewing platforms. Stay warm and dry during winter months in their enclosed viewing gallery.

Belgium, Embassy of Yarralumla The Embassy of Belgium represents Belgium in Australia. This office offers updated information on Belgium and their relations with Australia. Check their website for visa details and a wide range of other information.

Geoscience Australia Symonston Geoscience Australia is Australia's national geoscience research and geospatial information agency. The large foyer area at Geoscience Australia has on display a superb collection of world-class minerals, rocks, fossils, maps and historical equipment.

Ghana High Commission O'Malley The Ghana High Commission coordinates, promotes and protects the national interest of Ghana within Australia . Their website offers extensive information on visa and passport requirements, so check there first before visiting the High Commission or submitting applications .

Egypt, Embassy of the Arab Republic of Yarralumla The Embassy of the Arab Republic of Egypt represents Egypt in Australia. This office offers updated information on Egypt and their relations with Australia. This embassy offers consular services to residents of the ACT, New Zealand, Fiji, Papua New Guinea, Marshall Islands, and the Independent State of Samoa.

Changi Chapel Duntroon Changi chapel was originally constructed by prisoners of war in Changi Camp, Singapore Island, in 1944.

Bosnia and Herzegovina, Embassy of Deakin This embassy is responsible for Bosnia and Herzegovina's interests in Australia and New Zealand. The embassy is equipped to assist nationals and non-nationals with all enquiries. Check their website for full details.

High Commission of Brunei Darussalam Deakin The High Commission of Brunei Darussalam represents their country in Australia. This office offers updated information on Brunei Darussalam and their relations with Australia. Completed visa applications can either be presented to the High Commission in person, by a representative, or sent by mail.

Argentina, Embassy of Barton The Embassy of Argentina represents Argentina in Australia. This office offers updated information on Argentina and their relations with Australia. Call for full details. The Embassy of Argentina is located in the suburb of Barton approximately four kilometres south of the city centre. Argentina also has a consulate in Sydney.

High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus Deakin The High Commission of the Republic of Cyprus represents Cyprus in Australia.

France, Embassy of Yarralumla The Embassy of France represents France for Australia. This office offers information on France and their relations with Australia. Please check their website for full details of consular services and visas, as these are not offered in Canberra.

Canada, High Commission for Yarralumla The High Commission for Canada in Australia is responsible for Canada's interests in Australia and a number of Pacific island countries and territories including the Marshall Islands, Micronesia, Nauru, Palau, Papua New Guinea, Solomon Islands, and Vanuatu.

Greece, Embassy of Yarralumla The Embassy of Greece represents Greece in Australia. This office offers updated information on Greece and their relations with Australia. The consular section of the Embassy deals with passports. Greece also has passport offices at General Consulates in Melbourne, Adelaide and Perth.

Australian Centre for Christianity and Culture: Bible Garden Barton The Bible Garden is a beautiful, quiet place overlooking Lake Burley Griffin. Relax among protected grasslands, a shaded rainforest area, and a labyrinth. Read the plaques that describe the context in which each plant was mentioned in the Bible.

Czech Republic, Embassy of the O'Malley The Embassy of The Czech Republic represents The Czech Republic in Australia.

Austria, Embassy of Forrest The Embassy of Austria represents Austria in Australia. This office offers updated information on Austria and their relations with Australia. Their website has advice for visitors, and for Austrians regarding passport, citizenship and other matters.

Government House Yarralumla Government House is the official residence of Australia’s Governor General. Events and activities conducted at Government House include receptions; investiture and credential ceremonies; state dinners for visiting Royalty and heads of state; and functions for community and special needs groups.

Captain Cook Memorial Jet Parkes The Captain Cook Memorial Jet commemorates the bicentenary of Captain Cook's discovery of the east coast of Australia. It is one of Canberra's most well-known attractions. When operating at full capacity, the jet can reach a maximum height of 147 metres.

European Communities, Commission of The Yarralumla The purpose of the Delegation of the European Union to Australia is to help improve the mutual understanding and information between the EU and Australia. Check out their website for a full range of information.

Brazil, Embassy of Yarralumla The Embassy of Brazil represents Brazil in Australia. This office offers updated information on Brazil and their relations with Australia. Check their website for full details. The Embassy does not provide or accept telephone inquiries on the status of any documentation submitted by mail.

Algeria, Embassy of O'Malley The Embassy of Algeria represents Algeria in Australia. This office offers updated information on Algeria and their relations with Australia. The Embassy of Algeria provides consular services for Algerian residents living and travelling in Australia and New Zealand.

Anzac Parade and Memorials of Anzac Parade Campbell Anzac Parade is the national capital’s major ceremonial avenue. Memorials dedicated to the Australian and New Zealand service men and women who have fought and lost their lives in war line the length of the Parade.

Calthorpes' House Red Hill Visit Calthorpes’ House and step back to life in early Canberra. Not far from the city centre, this Spanish Mission Style house was built in 1927 and is a window into an almost forgotten world. This genuine survivor is a treasure house of domestic history.

Canberra Deep Space Communication Complex Tidbinbilla See the largest giant antennae in the Southern Hemisphere. Learn all about NASA. See a piece of 3.8 billion-year-old Moon rock. Take a look around the Canberra Space Centre where you can watch a space movie, check out what the well-dressed astronaut wears, and get the latest space news.

Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia O'Malley The Embassy of the Republic of Slovenia represents Argentina in Australia.

China, Embassy of the People's Republic of Yarralumla The Embassy of the People's Republic of China represents China in Australia. This office offers updated information on China and their relations with Australia. This embassy processes visa applications from Australian Capital Territory, South Australia and Northern Territory. Check their website for details if you live elswhere.

Cockington Green Gardens Nicholls Explore the world in miniature at Cockington Green Gardens. See highly detailed miniature buildings and magical landscaped gardens. Take a miniature steam-train ride. Marvel at detailed replicas of actual buildings. Figurines, sound and movement bring scenes to life.

Cambodia, Royal Embassy of Deakin The Royal Embassy of Cambodia in Canberra represents the Kingdom of Cambodia for Australia and New Zealand. This office offers information on the Kingdom of Cambodia and their relations with Australia. Apply for Cambodian visas in person at the Embassy between 9am and 12.30pm weekdays, excepting public holidays.

Hungary, Embassy of Deakin The Embassy of Hungary represents Hungary in Australia. Australian citizens don't need a tourist visa if they're travelling to Hungary for less than 90 days.

Australian Institute of Sport Bruce Discover the champion within at Australia’s sporting powerhouse! Take a tour of the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS) with an elite athlete as your guide. See where Australia’s sporting champions live and train. Challenge yourself in Sportex, the interactive sports experience.

Church of St John the Baptist Reid The Anglican Church of St John the Baptist predates the nation's capital by 70 years. The Church, graveyard and schoolhouse are living reminders of Canberra’s pioneering farming community. This beautiful, high steepled church is built of local bluestone and sandstone. It was consecrated in 1845.

Fiji High Commission Deakin The Fiji High Commission represents the Fiji Islands in Australia. This office offers updated information on Fiji and their relations with Australia. Please check their website for full details about visas, passports and other consular services before contacting the High Commission.

British High Commission Yarralumla The British High Commission is located in the suburb of Yarralumla approximately five kilometres south of the city centre. For British visa applications, biometrics and enquiries, visit Piccadilly House, 39 Brindabella Circuit, Canberra Airport between 9am and 3pm weekdays. Visas can only be issued at that office.

Germany, Embassy of the Federal Republic of Yarralumla The Embassy of the Federal Republic of Germany represents Germany for Australia. This office offers information on Germany and their relations with Australia.

Apostolic Nunciature - Chancery Red Hill The Apostolic Nunciature is the headquarters of the Pope’s representative in Australia. This office offers updated information on the Vatican City and their relations with Australia. Call the office for full details. The Apostolic Nunciature is located in the suburb of Red Hill, approximately seven kilometres from the city centre.

Australian - American Memorial Russell Affectionately known as 'The Eagle', the Australian-American Memorial is located in the forecourt of the Defence Offices in Russell. The memorial symbolises the deep gratitude felt by Australians to American service personnel for their assistance during World War II, and the close ties which were established during that conflict.

Free Serbian Orthodox Church St George Forrest Be amazed by incredible murals in this beautiful unique building. Murals that depict biblical scenes and church history cover the walls and line the ceiling of this replica ancient Serbian village church. The church is the work of the late Karl George Matzek. He started the project aged 77.

Embassy of Islamic State of Afghanistan Deakin The Embassy Of Islamic State Of Afghanistan represents Afghanistan in Australia. This office offers updated information on Afghanistan and their relations with Australia. Please check their website for full details regarding visas, passports and other consular services.

Blundells Cottage Parkes This small stone cottage on the northern shore of Lake Burley Griffin was built about 1860 as a home for Duntroon Estate workers. The cottage is now a fascinating hands-on museum and a memorial to the pioneers of the limestone plains.

Civic Library Canberra City Civic Library is located in the heart of the city close to transport and amenities. Make use of a wide range of services. Computing services offered including free internet, free word processing, and free desktop publishing.

Gorman House Arts Centre Braddon Built as a hostel in 1924, Gorman House Arts Centre is located in a graceful heritage precinct just five minutes from the City Centre. Gorman House Arts Centre is home to visual artists; theatre and dance companies; and arts organisations.

Bangladesh, High Commission of O'Malley The High Commission of Bangladesh represents Bangladesh in Australia. This office offers updated information on Bangladesh and their relations with Australia. They only take applications in person for passports and visas between 9.30am and 12.30pm on weekdays.

Ecuador, Embassy of O'Malley The Embassy of Ecuador represents Ecuador in Australia. This office offers updated information on Ecuador and their relations with Australia. Please call ahead for details of visa or passport requirements before visiting the Embassy. The Embassy of Ecuador is in O'Malley, south of the city centre.

Finland, Embassy of Yarralumla The Embassy of Finland is the representative of Finland in Australia, Fiji, Papua New Guinea and New Zealand. The Embassy of Finland is in Yarralumla, approximately five kilometres south of the city centre. Consulate of Finland in Sydney protects the interests of Finnish nationals in Australia.

Croatia, Embassy of The Republic of O'Malley The Embassy of The Republic of Croatia represents Croatia in Australia. This office offers updated information on Croatia and their relations with Australia. Check the Ministry of Foreign Affairs' listed website for visa information.

Embassy Of The United Arab Emirates O'Malley The Embassy of The United Arab Emirates represents UAE in Australia. This office offers updated information on the United Arab Emirates and their relations with Australia. Australia and New Zealand normal passport holders visiting the UAE will be granted 30-day visa upon arrival to the UAE free of charge.

Australian War Memorial Campbell "Here is their spirit, in the heart of the land they loved; and here we guard the record which they themselves made" (Charles Bean, founder). The Australian War Memorial commemorates the sacrifice of Australian men and women who served in war.