Sydney to Canberra
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316.0KM / 196.4MI (Est. travel time 4 hours)

Lauded for fabulous food, burgeoning bar scene, excellent coffee, stunning natural surrounds, great shopping and world class galleries.

They are all perfectly good reasons to head southwest from Sydney and discover all that Canberra has to offer. The national capital is your ultimate destination on this drive, but it detours to one of the country's great repositories of native plant species, into the lush and lovely Southern Highlands, and stops in a historical haven in the Yass Valley.
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Sydney

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Mt Annan

Discover the state's newest and the nation's largest botanic gardens.

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Arrive via car from Mt Annan53KM / 33MI ~ Approximately 41 minutes
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Sights & Activities

Melaluca Cafe- Mt Annan Botanical Gardens
The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
Melaluca Cafe- Mt Annan Botanical Gardens
Mount Annan, NSW, Australia
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The Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
Australian Botanic Garden Mount Annan
362 Narellan Road, Mount Annan, New South Wales, Australia, 2567
(02) 4634 7935
mount.annan@botanicgardens.nsw.gov.au
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Accessible, Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access, Free Entry
Ambulant Access, Public Toilet, Picnic Area
Picnic Area, Cafe, Barbeque
Public Toilet
Mountain Biking, Birdwatching, Cycling, Walks
Parking, Coach Parking
Accessible, Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access, Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair.

The Australian Botanic Garden, Mount Annan is the Australian native plant garden of the Royal Botanic Gardens, Sydney and covers 416 hectares.

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Bowral

Your next port of call, starting in Bowral.

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Credit: Destination NSW
Arrive via car from Bowral60KM / 37MI ~ Approximately 39 minutes
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Sights & Activities

Fitzroy Falls
Corbett Gardens
Dirty Janes Bowral
Bradman Museum and International Cricket Hall of Fame
Gumnut Patisserie
Pie Time - The Guernsey Literary Potato Peel Pie Society Movie
Fitzroy Falls
Destination Southern Highlands
Nowra Road, Fitzroy Falls, New South Wales, Australia, 2577
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Birdwatching, Hiking, Scenic Drives, Walks

It's time to experience the Highlands most visited attraction whilst immersing yourself in nature with spellbinding views of the Falls.

Corbett Gardens
Corner Merrigang and Bendooley Streets, Bowral, New South Wales, Australia, 2576
(02) 4871 2888
tourism@wsc.nsw.gov.au
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Picnic Area
Public Toilet
Walks
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One of the region's oldest and most beautiful parks. The centrepiece of the Spring Garden Festival with over 75,000 massed tulips and 15,000 annuals.

Dirty Janes Bowral
Dirty Janes
13-15 Banyette Street, Bowral, New South Wales, Australia, 2576
(02) 4861 3231
shop@dirtyjanes.com
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Pets Allowed, Ambulant Access, Public Toilet
Pets Allowed, Public Toilet
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Dirty Janes Bowral is a vintage shoppers paradise, located in the heart of the Southern Highlands.

Bradman Museum and International Cricket Hall of Fame
St Jude Street, Bowral, New South Wales, Australia, 2576
(02) 4862 1247
admin@bradman.com.au
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Ambulant Access, Public Toilet, Parents Room, Picnic Area
Picnic Area, Kiosk
Public Toilet
Walks
$16.5 ~ $30 AUD*
Parking, Coach Parking
Accessible, Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access, Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who use a wheelchair.
* AUD30 Adult AUD23.50 Concession AUD16.50 Children under 17 Family of Four AUD77 Family of Five AUD85

The Bradman Museum houses state-of-the-art interactive experiences and a museum collection of national significance to suit everyone's interests.

Gumnut Patisserie
Shop 7 Grand Arcade Bong Bong St, Bowral, New South Wales, Australia, 2576
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Pie Time - The Guernsey Literary Potato Peel Pie Society Movie
327 Bong Bong Street, Bowral, New South Wales, Australia, 2576
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Bundanoon

A charming Southern Highlands village.

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Arrive via car from Bundanoon26KM / 16MI ~ Approximately 24 minutes
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Sights & Activities

Fairy Bower Falls
Bundanoon Hotel
Fairy Bower Falls
Morton National Park, Bundanoon, New South Wales, Australia, 2578
1300 657 559
tourism@wsc.nsw.gov.au
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The walk to Fairy Bower Falls starts at Gambells Rest Picnic area or Fairy Bower car park, Morton National Park, Bundanoon.

Bundanoon Hotel
6-18 Erith Street, Bundanoon, New South Wales, Australia, 2578
(02) 4883 6005
info@bundanoonhotel.com.au
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42 rooms
Non-smoking, Swimming Pool
Tennis Pool
$99 ~ $210 AUD
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Bundanoon Hotel is in the Southern HIghlands of NSW, the Hotel was built in 1922 and is set on 2 hectares of beautifully manicured gardens

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Gundaroo

A National Trust classified town.

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Gundaroo, New South Wales, Australia, 2620
Arrive via car from Gundaroo124KM / 77MI ~ Approximately 2 hours
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Sights & Activities

Joshua's Fault Wine
Grazing
Joshua's Fault Wine
1725 Murrumbateman Road, Gundaroo, New South Wales, Australia, 2620
0407 077 663
sales@joshuasfault.com.au
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Parking
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Joshua's Fault wines are crafted with care, using traditional methods. They are popular in fine dining venues and praised by consumers.

Grazing
Cnr Cook And Harp St, Gundaroo, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2620
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Queanbeyan

A gateway to the Snowy Mountains and the nation's capital.

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Arrive via car from Queanbeyan41KM / 25MI ~ Approximately 30 minutes
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Googong Foreshores
Riverbank of Queanbeyan Cafe
Queen Elizabeth II Park Queanbeyan
Googong Foreshores
Visit Queanbeyan-Palerang
Googong Dam Road, Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia, 2620
132281
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Public Toilet, Picnic Area
Picnic Area, Barbeque
Public Toilet
Canoeing/Kayaking, Fishing, Hiking, Sailing, Swimming, Walks
Parking
Accessible

The Googong Foreshore area is ideal for sightseeing, fishing, bushwalking, picnicking, canoeing and sailing.

Riverbank of Queanbeyan Cafe
Visit Queanbeyan-Palerang [QPRC]
4 Trinculo Place, Queanbeyan East, New South Wales, Australia, 2620
0417 465 457
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Outdoor Dining
Bistro/Cafe/Deli, Dinner, Lunch, Waterside Dining
Parking
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In a delightful location overlooking the Queanbeyan River, the Riverbank Cafe offers light meals, great coffee and superb position to relax and unwind. Your furry

Queen Elizabeth II Park Queanbeyan
Visit Queanbeyan-Palerang
55 Collett Street, Queanbeyan, New South Wales, Australia, 2620
1300 735 025
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Queen Elizabeth Park includes playground equipment, a large oval space for picnics, a wet-play area, barbecues and shelter area, walking and cycling paths, and more.

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Canberra

The national capital is your ultimate destination on this drive.

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Arrive via car from Canberra13KM / 8MI ~ Approximately 16 minutes
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Sights & Activities

GoBoat Canberra
Remedy by Lonsdale Street Roasters
Salotto Bar and Kitchen
Ibis Styles Eaglehawk
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra James Court
Hotel Kurrajong
Morks
Aubergine
GoBoat Canberra
GoBoat
Trevillian Quay, Kingston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2604
1300 993 208
canberra@goboat.com.au
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Accessible, Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access
Pets Allowed, Ambulant Access
Pets Allowed
$129 ~ $289 AUD*
Parking
Accessible, Ambulant Access, Wheelchair Access, Accessible for Hearing Impairment, Caters for people with sufficient mobility to climb a few steps but who would benefit from fixtures to aid balance. (This includes people using walking frames and mobility aids) Caters for people who are deaf or have hearing loss. Caters for people who use a wheelchair. Welcomes and assists people who have challenges with learning, communication, understanding and behaviour. (includes people with autism, intellectual disability, Down syndrome, acquired brain injury (ABI), dyslexia and dementia) Caters for people with allergies and intolerances.
* 1 hour $129 - $149 2 hours $199 - $219 3 hours $269 - $289 Prices are per boat, and there is a capacity limit of 8 people per boat. No boat licence is required.

Take some time out and enjoy the fresh air on your very own Scandinavian electric picnic boat on Lake Burley Griffin with GoBoat Canberra.

Remedy by Lonsdale Street Roasters
Eastlake Parade, Kingston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2604
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Salotto Bar and Kitchen
25 Kennedy Street, Kingston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2604
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Ibis Styles Eaglehawk
1222 Federal Highway Service Road, Sutton, New South Wales, Australia, 2620
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Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra James Court
74 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra City, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2601
(02) 6240 1234
canberrajamescourt@adinahotels.com.au
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96 rooms
Laundry Facilities, Non-smoking, Swimming Pool
Barbeque
Spa/Sauna
$150 ~ $250 AUD*
Parking
Accessible
* Rates are subject to hotel availability

Stay at Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra James Court and enjoy the comforts of home combined with the services of a hotel.

Hotel Kurrajong
8 National Circuit, Barton, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2600
(02) 6234 4444
reservations@hotelkurrajong.com.au
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147 rooms
Laundry Facilities, Non-smoking, Outdoor Dining
Cafe
Pay TV, Fireplace
Pay TV
$199 ~ $350 AUD*
Parking, Electric Vehicle Charging Point
Accessible
* Prices subject to availability

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra originally opened in 1926, a time when personal style was celebrated.

Morks
18/19 Eastlake Parade, Kingston, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2604
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Aubergine
18 Barker Street, Griffith, Australian Capital Territory, Australia, 2603
(02) 6260 8666
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Degustation, European, Gluten Free Available, Gourmet, Modern Australian, Modern European, Vegan, Vegetarian, Dinner
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A gastronomic gem in suburban Canberra, Aubergine has earned a reputation for its creative food, elegant decor and award-winning wine list.

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