National Arboretum Canberra
Overview
The National Arboretum Canberra is a mosaic of living forests and gardens offering breathtaking views, unique experiences, and a world-class entertainment and events hub including the award-winning Margaret Whitlam Pavilion, the popular Village Centre and the National Bonsai and Penjing Collection of Australia. With over 44,000 rare and endangered trees across a 250-hectare site, the Arboretum is a place of beauty, conservation, scientific research, education, tourism and recreation.
Enjoy guided bus and walking tours, POD Playground, cafe and gift shop, themed gardens and sculptures with some of Canberra's most spectacular views. Feeling active? There are over 20 kilometres of multi-purpose tracks that wind through the forests.
Be sure to check out the website before you visit to help plan your visit or to book into the many upcoming walks, tours and events.
COVID restrictions may apply - please visit the website for updated details.
See the website for opening hours.
TripAdvisor Traveller Rating
Based on 1552 reviews“Filthy water bottles”
Had coffee with friends at cafe. We also got some water from the communal water available. When I picked up the bottle I thought the water looked cloudy and took a close look at the bottle, realised...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“Must visit”
Just a wonderful place to visit, everything about this place is just relaxing. Loved the views and the gardens, seeing kids flying kites and couples just enjoying the morning. Recommend anyone...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor“National Arboretum ”
Great views. Gorgeous outdoor area with views and walking tracks, a park, and lots of room for kids to play and run. Cafe over priced with an unimpressive menu and bland snacks/meals. Great location...
Read the full review on TripAdvisor- Barbeque
- Cafe
- Carpark
- Coach Parking
- Conference/Function Facilities
- Enquiry Desk
- Family Friendly
- Food and Refreshments
- Lawn / Gardens
- Lockers
- Lookouts
- Non Smoking
- Parents Room
- Pet Friendly - Enquire
- Picnic Area
- Public Toilet
- Restaurant
- Shop / Gift Shop
- Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia)
- Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids)
- Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
- Caters for people with high support needs who travel with a support person.
- Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.