National Capital Exhibition | National Capital Authority

Opening Hours:

Weekdays 9:00am - 5:00pm
Weekends 10:00am - 4:00pm (& Public Holidays)
Closed Christmas Day & Boxing Day

Entry to the National Capital Exhibition is free.

Location

Barrine Drive, Regatta Point, Commonwealth Park
Parkes ACT 2600

Contact

P (02) 6272 2902
E nce@nca.gov.au

Meet the Capital

The National Capital Exhibition is an essential stop to any tour or visit to Canberra.

Explore the people and the events that shaped the story of our National Capital. From the first nations people, to the choosing of the site, the international design competition and the horticulturists behind Canberra’s beautiful trees you will discover the history of Canberra.

Canberra’s story was pivotal in the history of town planning. The built and the natural landscapes have equal importance to the city itself. Thanks to husband and wife team, Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin, who won the design competition and Charles Western the officer-in-charge of afforestation, all visitors and locals rejoice in the beauty of this capital city.

Come visit this unique story and discover more about the Nation’s Capital.

Group/School Tour Bookings

Bookings are available through Book Canberra Excursions. Alternatively talk to one of the team members via email nce@nca.gov.au or phone (02) 6272 7902.

For more information regarding bookings, visit Book an Excursion.

Career/Volunteer Opportunities

For more information about volunteering with the National Capital Authroity, visit our Volunteer page.

Don’t Miss

The scale model of the national area of Canberra which included a projected presentation overlayed.
Come join our Little Griffins, a free play & learn group for ages 0-4 years old, held on the last Friday of the month. Visit Eventbrite to keep up to date with the latest.

Accessibility

The National Capital Exhibition is fully accessible, accessible toilets available.

As part of the National Capital Authority (NCA), the National Capital Exhibition complies with the high standards set by the Australian Tourism Industry Council in its management of NCA Attractions, visitors and staff and has therefore been recognised as an accredited tourism business. The NCA is also the proud recipient of the Tourism Visitor Education category award at the 2019 Canberra Region Tourism Awards.