Australian National University, Canberra

Name: Australian National University
Address: Fellows Rd, Canberra, Australia
Telephone: +61 2 6125 5111

#106 among attractions in Canberra

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Australian National University, Canberra

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Facts and practical information

The Australian National University is a public research university located in Canberra, the capital of Australia. Its main campus in Acton encompasses seven teaching and research colleges, in addition to several national academies and institutes. ()

Alternative names: Established: 1946 (78 years ago)Coordinates: 35°16'49"S, 149°7'5"E

Address

Fellows RdNorth Canberra (Acton)Canberra Australia

Contact

+61 2 6125 5111

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Day trips

Australian National University – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Canberra Centre, Australian National Botanic Gardens, City Hill, Manning Clark House.

0.9 miE
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...
0.7 miW
Scenic botanical park with walking paths
Australian National Botanic Gardens, Canberra
18 min walk • Nestled in the heart of Australia's capital, the Australian National Botanic Gardens offer a serene escape to nature enthusiasts and plant lovers alike. This lush sanctuary is not just a park but a living collection, showcasing the rich diversity of Australian flora.
0.6 miE
Park
City Hill, Canberra
17 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.
~1650 ftNE
Theater
Manning Clark House, Canberra
8 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.
~1410 ftSE
Museum, Cinema, Specialty museum
National Film & Sound Archive, Canberra
7 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...
0.7 miE
Museum celebrating the Ngunnawal people
Canberra Museum and Gallery, Canberra
19 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.
0.8 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
City Walk, Canberra
22 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.
0.8 miE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Petrie Plaza, Canberra
22 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.
0.7 miE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
19 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.
0.8 miE
Memorial
ACT Memorial, Canberra
21 min walk • The ACT Memorial is an Australian war memorial honouring men and women associated with the Australian Capital Territory who served in a number of conflicts and peacekeeping missions throughout the world.
0.6 miE
Obelisk, Monuments and statues
Canberra Centenary Column, Canberra
16 min walk • The Canberra Centenary Column is a sculpture in City Hill, Canberra, Australia. It was built to commemorate the city's centenary, and unveiled on 11 March 2014.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

When is Australian National University open?

Australian National University is open:

Monday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Tuesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Wednesday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Thursday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Friday 8:30 am - 5 pm
Saturday closed
Sunday closed

Which popular attractions are close to Australian National University?

Nearby attractions include Australian National University Library, Canberra (5 min walk), Australian Institute of Anatomy, Canberra (7 min walk), The Art of Sound, Canberra (7 min walk), ANU Health Center, Canberra (7 min walk).

How to get to Australian National University by public transport?

The nearest stations to Australian National University:

Bus

City West Bus Station (11 min walk)
ANU Bus Stop (13 min walk)

Light rail

Alinga Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (17 min walk)
Elouera Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (23 min walk)