Canberra Things to Do - Australian War Memorial
Looking for things to do in Canberra? The Australian War Memorial is one of Canberra's best local attractions…
When you visit and stay in Canberra, one local attraction should be on top of your "Canberra things to do" list.
Every Australian should visit this beautiful shrine to those that have served at least once. It's quiet halls and gardens of reflection build a solumn mood that can be quite overwhelming to some visitors. Getting to the Australian War Memorial when you are staying in Canberra is easy. You can catch excellent public transport from your hotel or accommodation house or you can drive and park. Tourist brochures are available from Olims Hotel.
The best collection of military memorabilia in the country is housed here, along with the largest collection of The Victoria Cross (VC), including the one most recently awarded in January 2009 to Trooper Mark Donaldson for his actions in the war in Afghanistan.
You can easily spend the entire day browsing the collections, which include
- art
- photographs
- film and sound recordings
- private correspondence
- personal items
- massive field guns
- firearms
- tanks and vehicles
- aircraft.
If you would like a more in depth visit, there are free guided 90 minute highlight tours of the galleries every day. Tours leave from the Orientation Gallery every 30 minutes, starting at 10am until 2pm. Group visits can also receive a tailored tour to suit their interests...a great way to highlight your group's "Canberra things to do" experience.
It is not a sad experience visiting the Australian War Memorial in Canberra, as there are many tales of humour, mateship and adventure that will ensure you leave with a feeling of gratitude and respect for those that overcame so much adversity in their lives. It makes you proud to be an Australian.
The Australian War Memorial is just a short distance from Olims, Canberra's most famous Hotel. Olims and The Australian War Memorial...a perfect combination for your Canberra "things to see" experience.
Olims Hotel Canberra is an affordable 127 room Canberra hotel which makes the perfect base to explore the Australian Capital. No other Canberra hotels can offer our unique blend of old world charm and modern comforts. We provide the best Canberra function venues & Canberra wedding receptions, and we are ideally situated to explore the many great Canberra attractions. Olims is your best choice for accommodation in Canberra. Make an online enquiry or call us on + 61 2 6243 0000.