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°ä²¹²Ô²ú±ð°ù°ù²¹â€™s is huge. With over 60 bus services and an ever-expanding light-rail network, it has never been easier to explore events around the city. There’s only one thing that could make it even better—between September and November 2024, you can travel for free.
Read on to find out why and check out our suggestions for the trendiest places you can roll up to without spending a cent.
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Whether you’re seeking international masterpieces or something more local, the and the will have you inspired. These visionary spaces are located next to each other in the beautiful Parkes Precinct by Lake Burley Griffin.
Trade paints for flowers with a stroll over to the rose gardens at before checking out the Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize at the.
Entry: Free
Getting there: Bus routes 2 and 6, hop off on Parkes Place East outside the John Gorton Building
Spend a Sunday morning at the where quirky stall holders sell their wares in an airy, colourful setting. Next door, catch a free tour of the historic, before heading down to Eastlake Parade to people-watch along the busy waterfront.
If you have a group, hiring a is a fun, affordable way to see a different side of Canberra (if you don’t mind getting a little bit wet)!
Getting there: Bus routes 2 ,6, 56 and 182—get off on Wentworth Avenue right outside the Old Bus Depot Markets
°ä²¹²Ô²ú±ð°ù°ù²¹â€™s free public transport initiative arrives just in time for Australia’s biggest celebration of spring. returns for its 37th year, offering activities such as cultural celebrations, horticultural workshops, live entertainment and market stalls. Centrally located in Commonwealth Park, Floriade is one of the easiest places to travel to on °ä²¹²Ô²ú±ð°ù°ù²¹â€™s public transport system.
Entry: Free
Getting there: Bus routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 57, 58, 180 and 181, get off on Commonwealth Avenue at Regatta Point
For the metropolitan-minded, fill your day with window shopping on Lonsdale Street in the trendy Braddon Precinct. Upmarket boutiques are interwoven with busy bakeries and ultra-cool coffee places along this strip. If you’re around on a weekend, sample the best from °ä²¹²Ô²ú±ð°ù°ù²¹â€™s foodies and farmers at the.
Getting there: Bus route 31, jump off at Torrens Street outside Haig Park or catch light rail route 1 and get off at Elouera Street
If you’re up for a challenge, make the climb to the summit of and be rewarded with some wonderful views. The trail begins on Treloar Crescent just behind the, which offers some incredible sights of its own.
Getting there: Bus route 54, hop off on Limestone Avenue next to the Australian War Memorial
For a full list of routes and timetables, check out Transport °ä²¹²Ô²ú±ð°ù°ù²¹â€™s.
Learn more about study options at UC and start your international study journey.
E international@canberra.edu.au
P +61 2 6201 5342
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