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Canberra Life and Canberra Travel Tips
(Canberra, Australian Capital Territory - ACT, Australia AU)



Canberra is full of exciting attractions, lakeside parks, bushland areas and green hills, close to central Canberra. The result of an international competition to design Australia's capital city in the early 1900s, construction of Canberra began in 1913 and much of Canberra is laid out in an orderly, gridwork structure, making it easy to travel around.

The sunny weather in Canberra, combined with many of Australia's most important landmarks, nearby lush countryside and famous vineyards close to Canberra, attracts people from all over the Australia and the world. Here are some useful travel tips worth observing when staying in Canberra.




Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Canberra Tourism and Canberra Tourist Information - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
There are a number of useful tourism offices and visitors' centres throughout Canberra, providing detailed Canberra tourist information, attractions details, landmark opening hours, directions, things to do, local festivals and general Canberra tourism and tourist information. The main tourist information centre in the city is the Canberra Visitors' Centre, in central Canberra.

Canberra Tourist Information: Canberra Visitors' Centre - Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), 2602, Australia AU
Tel: +61 (0)2 6205 0044
Located in Canberra's Inner North district, the Canberra Visitors' Centre is the city's main tourist information centre. Full of useful brochures, leaflets, maps of Canberra, travel information and timetables, theatre booking facilities and a wealth of tourist information, the Canberra Visitors Centre is manned by friendly, helpful staff, some of which are multilingual.
Canberra visitors centre open: Monday to Friday - 09:00 to 17:30, Saturday and Sunday - 09:00 to 16:00

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Canberra Safety - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
When travelling in Canberra city, as with large cities anywhere in the world, make an effort to avoid looking like a tourist. Although crime levels in Canberra are never very high, always be careful with hand baggage, handbags and money.

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Places of Worship in Canberra - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
The large and spreading city of Canberra contains many different religions and the majority of locals in Canberra are at least nominally Christian in their belief, although this number has reduced over the last few years. Catholic churches in Canberra are quite popular and St. Christopher's Cathedral in the city centre is the head of Canberra's Roman Catholic faith.

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Canberra Pharmacies / Chemists - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
Most pharmacies and chemists in central Canberra open between 08:00 and 20:00 and are run by qualified professionals, able to dispense prescribed medication, medicines and offer basic medical advice. Visitors to Canberra are able to bring three months' worth of prescription medication, although it is always a good idea to also carry a doctor's certificate with you, to avoid any possible problems at customs.

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Language in Canberra - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
English is the main language around Canberra, the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) and throughout Australia, although numerous other nationalities live in the multicultural city of Canberra. Although some Australian 'Aussie' accents in Canberra can be strong, with regional dialects and local phrases, they are usually very easy to understand.

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Visas in Canberra - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
All visitors to Canberra and other area of Australia need a visa. Application forms are available from Australian diplomatic missions overseas and also travel agents, where you can either apply in person or by post. Many travel agents and airlines now grant on-the-spot Australian visas for up to three months.

New Zealand nationals are the only country not requiring these travel visas, although they do receive a 'special category' visa when arriving at the city of Canberra.

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Working in Canberra - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
There are extremely strict rules allowing visitors from other countries to work in Canberra and these restrictions are issued by Department of Immigration and Multicultural Affairs (DIMA). Visitors to Canberra aged between 18 to 30 from the United Kingdom, the Republic of Ireland, Canada, South Korea, Germany, the Netherlands, Japan and Malta may be eligible for a Working Holiday Visa, lasting up to 12 months.

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Tipping in Canberra - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
Most services in Canberra do not expect tips, although many of Canberra's porters, waiters and taxi drivers are generally accept small tips. Restaurants in the Canberra and throughout the Australian Capital Territory (ACT) area expect a tip of around 10%, to the nearest Australian dollar, for courteous service and good food. As a rule, no other public service workers in Canberra receive tips of any kind.

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Taxes and Refunds in Canberra - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
Canberra applies a 10% goods and services tax (GST) to the majority of items purchased in the city, although fresh foods are usually exempt. When you purchase goods in Canberra with a total value of more than AUD 300 from one supplier, you are able to claim a full refund of the tax within 28 days. Cheque refunds can be obtained at Canberra Airport at designated booths.

Canberra Life and Travel Tips: Smoking in Canberra - Canberra, Australian Capital Territory (ACT), Australia AU
Smoking in Canberra is no longer permitted in public buildings, cafés, restaurants, outdoor areas, sporting arenas and also on Canberra's buses and trains. When in Canberra, it is always a good idea not to smoke in enclosed spaces in Canberra unless people nearby are also smoking.

 
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