Discover Campbell

Campbell brings together remembrance and historic trails. The Australian War Memorial combines a memorial, a museum and an archive. The Last Post Ceremony, held daily, invites visitors to remember one of the more than 103,000 people listed on the Roll of Honour who died as a result of their service.

Remembrance and collections at the Australian War Memorial

In the broader destination of the Australian Capital Territory, the Australian War Memorial’s permanent exhibitions feature more than 7,000 objects from the Memorial’s collection. The daily ceremony as an occasion for remembrance and the permanent exhibitions showcasing the collection offer different perspectives on the Memorial.

Historic perspectives through heritage trails

The Limestone Plains Heritage Trail leads to significant historic sites from Canberra’s pastoral era. The Looking at Canberra Heritage Trail links hilltop lookouts with information about Canberra’s planning and landscape. The trails have different focuses: the first explores historic sites from the pastoral era, while the second focuses on views, urban planning and landscape. When choosing between them, consider whether you’d rather explore Canberra’s historic places or its planning and landscape.

The broader destination of the Australian Capital Territory

If you’re planning a trip beyond Campbell, the broader destination of the Australian Capital Territory offers more landscape and nature experiences. Namadgi National Park protects 106,095 hectares of alpine, subalpine and montane bushland and has several hundred kilometres of walking trails. This protected area brings together a vast expanse of land, diverse landscape types and an extensive trail network.

An easy walk leads to ancient Ngunnawal rock art at Yankee Hat. As access can change, check the current status before your visit. The Canberra Centenary Trail offers a different kind of route: it is 138 kilometres long, self-guided and intended for shared use by walkers, runners and cyclists. It also includes sites and landscapes of significance to the Ngunnawal. An easy walk to rock art and a long, multi-use trail are two distinct options.

At Lake Burley Griffin, you can explore paths around the lake on foot, by bike or on an e-scooter. On the water, options include boat trips, picnics on the water and pedal-boat outings. Lakeside paths and water activities offer different ways to experience the lake. As operator details can change, check the latest information about water-based offerings before planning your visit.

The National Arboretum Canberra is home to the National Bonsai and Penjing Collection of Australia. The broader destination of the Australian Capital Territory also offers opportunities to observe nature: animals and birds can be seen in their natural habitats in almost every park or reserve.

In the Australian Capital Territory, paved paths for pedestrians and cyclists lead to the entrance of the Australian War Memorial. As access arrangements can change, check them before your visit.

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For the broader travel overview: Australian Capital Territory.