Best Walking Tours in Canberra

Discover the beauty of Canberra on foot with our curated walking tours. Whether you're visiting for the first time or looking to uncover hidden gems, exploring Canberra by walking lets you experience its culture, history, and landmarks up close.

Top Walking Tours in Canberra

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation in Canberra

Canberra , Australia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (101 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 42.97

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Ready to learn about the REAL history of Canberra – the one excluded from the history books and your standard tour of Canberra? Join this entertaining and educational walking tour of Canberra and discover the true movers and shakers behind our city. Learn about Australia’s hidden women's history as you walk among some of our nation’s most iconic cultural institutions and monuments. Hidden between the National Archives, the National Library, and the National Gallery are the stories of women who designed cities, changed Australia’s constitution and dismissed governments. You will be guided through Australia's capital city by locals with a great sense of humour, a genuine passion for Canberra and women's history, and plenty of fun facts to share. We promise you'll leave feeling inspired by Canberra's remarkable (and frankly pretty unexpected!) women's history, and you might even make a few new friends along the way!

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Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage in Canberra

Canberra , Australia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (56 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 42.97

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Step into Canberra's hidden world of spies, double agents, and covert operations. Explore the secrets lurking behind ordinary suburban streets and hear the unbelievable (recently unclassified) stories of the women who were both spies and spied upon. On this tour, you'll visit infamous pubs, abandoned embassies, and homes that were under constant surveillance. You'll even be asked to put on your spy hat and learn some of the techniques operatives used around Canberra during the Cold War. Whether you're a fan of spy stories or simply looking for a fun introduction to Canberra's history, this tour is perfect for you. Don't miss out on this incredible opportunity to uncover the secret past of Australia's capital city.

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Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour in Canberra

Canberra , Australia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (51 reviews)

From $ 13.88

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Visit one of Canberra’s most popular tourist attractions, the AIS (Australian Institute of Sport), and go behind the scenes of the country's premier elite sporting precinct on this 1.5-hour tour. With a guide, you'll be taken you through world-class facilities where you might even catch some of Australia’s top athletes in training. Select a tour time when booking.

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Discover Pearls of Canberra - Private Walking Tour in Canberra

Canberra , Australia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 361.00

Duration: 2 hours (approx.)

Enjoy a private, exclusive tour with your own local guide. Explore Canberra's heart with a tour that highlights its political and cultural landmarks. Begin at Parliament House, a vast complex with a grand marble staircase and contrasting chambers of the Senate and House of Representatives. Then, delve into history at Old Parliament House Gardens, where Australia's democratic foundations were shaped. At Magna Carta Place, marvel at one of the world's rare 1297 copies of the Magna Carta, a key document in parliamentary democracy. The National Library of Australia awaits next, housing significant Australian and global documents. Experience the cultural diversity of Canberra at the International Flag Display in Commonwealth Place. Conclude your journey at the National Gallery of Australia, home to the largest collection of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander art. This insightful tour, with free admission, is a window into Australia's rich political and artistic heritage.

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Museum Highlights Tour | 1pm Daily in Canberra

Canberra , Australia

★ ★ ★ ★ ☆ (15 reviews)
Free Cancellation

From $ 13.22

Duration: 1 hours (approx.)

MUSEUM HIGHLIGHTS TOUR departs at 1pm daily. The best way to see and experience the National Museum of Australia is to take a guided tour. The Museum Highlights Tour offers an excellent introduction to the Museum's galleries and is a great way to enhance your experience at the Museum, especially if you're short on time. Our highly knowledgeable guides bring the objects to life by explaining the history and stories behind them. Guided tours in languages other than English are available by request.

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Batemans Bay Overnight Kayak Camping Tour from Canberra - All Inclusive in Canberra

Canberra , Australia

★ ★ ★ ★ ★ (2 reviews)
Likely to Sell Out

From $ 429.03

Duration: 48 hours (approx.)

Sleeping out immersed in nature, completely self sufficient, is an unforgettable experience. Get a taste of it on this magical all-inclusive weekend overnighter on the NSW South Coast. On this unique tour, you will set off with all the essentials, using the oldest form of transport in the world - the kayak! Over two days, you will explore the exquisite river systems, bays and coastline of the South Coast of NSW in comfortable Sea Kayaks, spending the night unwinding in a handpicked, remote camp location. Even better: we will pick you up and return you to Canberra in a comfortable air conditioned vehicle.

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Guided vs. Self-Guided Walking Tours

A guided walking tour offers expert insights, historical context, and often includes skip-the-line access to major landmarks. If you prefer flexibility, a self-guided route lets you explore Canberra at your own pace using maps and mobile apps. Combining both options is ideal for a complete experience.

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