Escape the City and Head to the Country

Canberra Winter Getaway

ESCAPE THE CITY AND HEAD TO THE COUNTRY

WHETHER YOU’VE PLANNED IT AS A STOPOVER ON YOUR WAY TO OR FROM THE SNOW, OR YOU JUST WANT A GETAWAY WITH THE FAMILY THAT’S PACKED FULL OF FUN AND ADVENTURE, A TRIP TO CANBERRA IS THE WAY TO GO.

As one of New South Wales’ most popular local escapes, and only three hours from Sydney by car, Canberra and its stunning surrounds have plenty to offer as the ultimate family-friendly destination.

With tons of attractions designed with kids in mind, they’ll be no chance of hearing the words, ‘I’m bored’ or ‘When can we go home?’

Winter is a wonderful time to check out everything Canberra has to offer. From Wintervention, an open-air ice-skating arena at the Civic Center, to Truffl e and Writers’ festivals, there is plenty to do before Spring arrives.

Treat yourself to a history lesson at the Australian War Memorial and get involved at Parliament House. Get creative at the National Art Gallery, get curious at Questacon and get active at Lake Burley Griffi n and the must-visit National Arboretum.

Try a tipple of local wine at Brindabella Wines in the Yass Wine Region, or a cold drink at Hops & Vine. Saddle up the horses at Gooromon Park Riding and enjoy an afternoon cuppa or high tea at Adore Tea.

If it’s a farm stay experience you’re after, you can’t go past the indulgent Hygge House (see page 34), just 25 minutes from the city centre. While you’re there, treat yourself to an Adventure Ticket at Gold Creek, which includes full-day access to Cockington Green, Canberra Reptile Zoo, The National Dinosaur Museum and Canberra Walk-in Aviary.

From rock-climbing and mini-golf to bowling, tobogganing at Corin Forest, fabulous markets, space exploration, and Australia’s elite sporting facilities, Canberra is the kind of holiday the whole family will talk about forever.

WHAT’S ON YOUR Canberra bucket list?

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