Ainslie Tennis Club, Canberra

#207 among attractions in Canberra

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The Ainslie Tennis Club was one of the first tennis clubs established in Canberra. At 3pm on Saturday 21 April 1928 the club’s patron, John Goodwin, officially opened the club and served the first ball. Initial work was done using picks, shovels, horse and dray. The original clubhouse was built in 1930 on the south side of the courts. The current clubhouse was opened in 1955. The club and facilities are located in Corroboree Park. ()

Coordinates: 35°16'4"S, 149°8'31"E

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North Canberra (Ainslie)Canberra Australia

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Day trips

Ainslie Tennis Club – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Australian War Memorial, Canberra Centre, City Hill, Glebe Park.

1 miSE
National site of military commemoration
Australian War Memorial, Canberra
25 min walk • The Australian War Memorial stands as a solemn tribute to the men and women who have served in the nation's armed forces. Located in the heart of Canberra, Australia's capital city, this revered site combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive...
0.9 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Canberra Centre, Canberra
24 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...
1.2 miSW
Park
City Hill, Canberra
32 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.
1.1 miS
Park, Playground
Glebe Park, Canberra
28 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.
1.1 miSW
Museum celebrating the Ngunnawal people
Canberra Museum and Gallery, Canberra
28 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.
1 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
City Walk, Canberra
26 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.
1 miS
Memorial
Hellenic Memorial, Canberra
27 min walk • The Hellenic Memorial is on Anzac Parade, beside the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, the national capital city of Australia. On 6 April 1941, the 6th Division joined Allied forces resisting German advancement in mainland Greece.
1.1 miS
Memorial
Kemal Atatürk Memorial, Canberra
28 min walk • The Kemal Atatürk Memorial is a memorial directly opposite the Australian War Memorial on Anzac Parade, the principal memorial and ceremonial parade in Canberra, the capital of Australia.
1 miSW
Shopping, Shopping centre
Petrie Plaza, Canberra
25 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.
1.1 miS
Memorial
Australian Army Memorial, Canberra
29 min walk • The Australian Army Memorial on Anzac Parade commemorates the service of Australian soldiers. Australian soldiers have fought as a national group in conflicts since the Second Boer War in South Africa.
1.2 miSW
Concerts and shows, Theater
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
30 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 Ainslie Tennis Club?

Nearby attractions include Corroboree Park, Canberra (2 min walk), Braddon, Canberra (16 min walk), Gorman Arts Centre, Canberra (19 min walk), Northbourne Avenue, Canberra (19 min walk).

How to get to Ainslie Tennis Club by public transport?

The nearest stations to Ainslie Tennis Club:

Bus

Northbourne Avenue Fenner Hall • Lines: 30 (16 min walk)

Light rail

Ipima Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (16 min walk)
Elouera Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (19 min walk)