ABOUT CANBERRA
Getting there
Travelling to Canberra for business is simple and convenient by air, road or rail, with daily flights from most capital cities and easy travel around town once you've arrived. Choose from Brindabella Airlines, Qantas, Tiger Airways and Virgin Blue for the most convenient flights.
From outside Australia, Qantas Airways, Singapore Airlines, Malaysia Airlines, Cathay Pacific, and Garuda Airlines fly to most capital cites from various countries, then you'll need to take a domestic flight to Canberra.
To and from the airport
There are a number of ways to travel to your conference accommodation from the airport; taxi, bus, hire car or limousine services. Click here to find out more.
The Airliner Shuttle operates services every half an hour between Canberra city centre, Canberra International Airport and the Brand Depot factory shopping outlet. Check their timetables or call 02 6299 3722.
Getting around
You can be on the other side of the city in just forty minutes. Parking is cheaper than other major capitals. Average daily fees are less than $8 per day. Most national attractions have free parking.
Canberra's public bus service, ACTION Buses, covers major tourist sites and the suburbs. ACTION provides buses to major events such as major sporting events, Floriade and annual concerts. The Daily Ticket is ideal for sightseeing. Tickets are available from bus drivers as you board the bus, or from any ACTION ticket agent. Call 13 17 10 for more information or view ACTION's printable routes and timetables. ACTION's fleet includes easy access buses for people with reduced mobility.
Click here to view a video about Canberra
Tourist attractions
To assist with planning your trip, we suggest you explore the wonderful sightseeing opportunities available in Canberra via the web, or by contacting the Canberra and Region Visitors Centre as listed below.
330 Northbourne Ave
Dickson ACT
Opening hours 9am-5pm weekdays, 9am-4pm weekends and public holidays
Toll free 1300 554 114 (NATIONAL)
Web www.visitcanberra.com.au
Time zones
Eastern Standard Time operates in the ACT.
Visa
Everyone travelling to Australia needs an approved travel document, visa or authority to enter Australia. It is your responsibility to ensure documentation is correct and completed before you start your journey. We recommend you apply for your visa / Electronic Travel Authority at least eight weeks before you travel (earlier in some cases).
For more information, contact your nearest Australian Embassy / Consulate or view the Australian Department of Immigration website at http://www.eta.immi.gov.au.