Canberra Central, Canberra

#191 among attractions in Canberra

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The District of Canberra Central is one of the original eighteen districts of the Australian Capital Territory used in land administration consisting of both the districts of North Canberra and South Canberra. The district is subdivided into divisions, sections and blocks. The district of Canberra Central lies entirely within the bounds of the city of Canberra, the capital city of Australia. ()

Alternative names: Coordinates: 35°16'56"S, 149°7'44"E

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Canberra Central – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Commonwealth Park, Canberra Centre, City Hill, Captain James Cook Memorial.

0.5 miS
Park
Commonwealth Park, Canberra
13 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canberra, Commonwealth Park is an urban oasis that offers a tranquil retreat from the bustling city life. This expansive green space is a cherished sanctuary for both locals and tourists, providing a picturesque setting for leisure, recreation...
~1830 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Canberra Centre, Canberra
9 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Australia's capital, Canberra Centre stands as a premier shopping destination, offering a blend of fashion, culture, and leisure. This expansive shopping centre, characterized by its modern architecture and wide array of retail outlets, has...
~70 ftN
Park
City Hill, Canberra
1 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Canberra, City Hill stands as a verdant oasis amidst the urban landscape of Australia's capital. This lush park, located within the Parliamentary Triangle, offers a tranquil retreat for residents and visitors alike.
0.6 miS
Memorial
Captain James Cook Memorial, Canberra
15 min walk • The Captain James Cook Memorial in Canberra, Australia, stands as a proud tribute to the British explorer who charted the East Coast of Australia in 1770. Unveiled in 1970 to mark the bicentenary of Cook's discovery, the memorial is an iconic feature of the capital's...
0.6 miNW
Theater
Manning Clark House, Canberra
15 min walk • The Manning Clark House, designed by Australian architect, Robin Boyd in 1952, is a house located at 11 Tasmania Circle, Forrest, a suburb of Canberra in the Australian Capital Territory.
0.5 miW
Museum, Cinema, Specialty museum
National Film & Sound Archive, Canberra
12 min walk • The National Film and Sound Archive of Australia, known as ScreenSound Australia from 1999 to 2004, is Australia's audiovisual archive, responsible for developing, preserving, maintaining, promoting and providing access to a national collection of film, television, sound, radio...
0.5 miE
Park, Playground
Glebe Park, Canberra
12 min walk • Glebe Park is a public park on the eastern side of Civic, Canberra, Australia. The park is bounded by Coranderrk, Ballumbir, Akuna, and Bunda Streets, and to the south, the National Convention Centre.
~810 ftNE
Museum celebrating the Ngunnawal people
Canberra Museum and Gallery, Canberra
4 min walk • Canberra Museum and Gallery is an art gallery and museum in Canberra, the capital of Australia. It is located on London Circuit, in Civic in the centre of the city. The gallery was opened on 13 February 1998.
~1340 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
City Walk, Canberra
7 min walk • City Walk is a paved outdoor pedestrian area in Civic, Canberra. It was formed by the closure to traffic of Alinga Street between East Row in the east and Binara Street in the south-west, and named City Walk in January 1975.
~1530 ftNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Petrie Plaza, Canberra
8 min walk • Petrie Plaza is a pedestrian mall located in the Canberra City Centre City Centre, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, being the largest centre within the Australian Capital Territory.
~600 ftE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
3 min walk • Canberra Theatre Centre, also known as the Canberra Theatre, is the Australian Capital Territory’s central performing arts venue and Australia’s first performing arts centre, the first Australian Government initiated performing arts centre to be completed.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Which popular attractions are close to Canberra Central?

Nearby attractions include City Hill, Canberra (1 min walk), North Canberra, Canberra (1 min walk), Canberra Centenary Column, Canberra (2 min walk), Civic, Canberra (2 min walk).

How to get to Canberra Central by public transport?

The nearest stations to Canberra Central:

Bus

City Bus Station (7 min walk)
City Bus Station Platform 9 • Lines: 30 (8 min walk)

Light rail

Alinga Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (8 min walk)
Elouera Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (17 min walk)