Parkes Way, Canberra

Name: Parkes Way
Address: Canberra, Australia

#166 among attractions in Canberra

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Parkes Way is a major road in Canberra, Australia, which runs east–west between Kings Avenue and the Glenloch Interchange. At Glenloch Interchange it intersects with William Hovell Drive, Tuggeranong Parkway and Caswell Drive. The road is freeway standard from the Commonwealth Avenue overpass to Glenloch Interchange. Parkes Way is named for prominent Australian federalist, Sir Henry Parkes. ()

Coordinates: 35°17'9"S, 149°7'41"E

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North Canberra (City)Canberra Australia

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Parkes Way – popular in the area (distance from the attraction)

Nearby attractions include: Commonwealth Park, Canberra Centre, City Hill, Commonwealth Avenue Bridge.

~1670 ftSE
Park
Commonwealth Park, Canberra
9 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...
0.6 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Canberra Centre, Canberra
15 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...
~1450 ftN
Park
City Hill, Canberra
8 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.
0.5 miS
Bridge
Commonwealth Avenue Bridge, Canberra
13 min walk • Spanning the serene waters of Lake Burley Griffin in the heart of Canberra, Australia, the Commonwealth Avenue Bridge is not only an essential conduit for daily commuters but also a significant landmark in the nation's capital.
~1750 ftS
Memorial
Captain James Cook Memorial, Canberra
9 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...
0.4 miNW
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...
0.6 miNE
Park, Playground
Glebe Park, Canberra
15 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.
0.4 miNE
Museum celebrating the Ngunnawal people
Canberra Museum and Gallery, Canberra
11 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.
0.5 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
City Walk, Canberra
12 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.
0.5 miNE
Shopping, Shopping centre
Petrie Plaza, Canberra
14 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.
~1680 ftNE
Concerts and shows, Theater
Canberra Theatre Centre, Canberra
9 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 Parkes Way?

Nearby attractions include Vernon Circle, Canberra (7 min walk), Canberra Central, Canberra (7 min walk), City Hill, Canberra (8 min walk), North Canberra, Canberra (8 min walk).

How to get to Parkes Way by public transport?

The nearest stations to Parkes Way:

Bus

City West Bus Station (13 min walk)
City Bus Station (14 min walk)

Light rail

Alinga Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (15 min walk)
Elouera Street • Lines: Canberra Metro (Nouthbound), Canberra Metro (Southbound) (24 min walk)