Weekend itinerary
48 hours in Canberra
The perfect weekend, hour by hour — where to eat, drink, explore and stay. Every stop is one of our highest-rated Canberra spots, so you can just turn up.
Friday
Evening
Dinner to kick off the weekend
Akiba Civic70Wood-fired Asian BBQ restaurant with cocktails in a modern Civic venue.
DetailsNightcap
A drink nearby
Loquita Civic69Loquita is a highly rated venue in Civic, Canberra, combining dining, drinks, and a brewery atmosphere in the heart of the precinct.
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Saturday
Morning
Coffee first
TRADIES CAFE AND BAR Fyshwick69Highly-rated cafe and bar in Fyshwick serving coffee and casual meals to locals and workers.
DetailsLate morning
Get outdoors
Tuggeranong Town Park Beach Tuggeranong43Beaches in Tuggeranong, Canberra.
DetailsLunch
Lunch with a view
OMI Canberra Civic70OMI Canberra is a restaurant located on Bunda Street in Civic, Canberra's city centre.
DetailsAfternoon
Soak up the culture
National Gallery of Australia Braddon67Major art museum in Parkes featuring Australian, international, and Indigenous art collections in a striking modern building.
DetailsEvening
The big night-out dinner
The Boat House Kingston66The Boat House is a restaurant in Kingston, Canberra, located at Grevillea Park on Menindee Drive. It features live music and holds a strong 4.7-star rating from over 800 reviews.
DetailsNight
Out on the town
Canberra Theatre Centre Civic65Plays and music in a modern building with 3 venues ranging from large and historic to intimate.
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Sunday
Midday
One last wander
Fyshwick Fresh Food Markets Fyshwick66Longtime Fyshwick produce and specialty market with fresh fruit, seafood, meat and diverse independent shops.
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