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Canberra City YHA
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Things to do in Canberra City YHA
Canberra City YHA is the perfect base to explore Australia's capital and its many free attractions. Visit the National Museum of Australia, Australian War Memorial, Parliament House, and Questacon. Walk or picnic beside Lake Burley Griffin, and enjoy views from Telstra Tower or Mount Ainslie. Canberra plays host to plenty of festivals during the year, including Floriade, Multicultural Festival, Balloon Fiesta, and International Film Festival.
At the hostel
FREE Transit Bar Karaoke Night
YHA meets at the outside tables at 7PM for cheap pizza and drinks, before going to Karaoke at about 8:30. $5 Basics or $10 Beer and Pizza!
When:
7:00 pm Tuesday
Where:
Transit Bar (Under the hostel)
Bikes for half-price! $10
Jump on a bike and explore Canberra at your own pace.
When:
Wednesdays
Where:
Hire from reception
FREE Movie on the Roof
BYO Blankie and beers, we're havin' a movie night!
When:
Sunset on Wednesdays
Where:
The rooftop!
FREE Pool Competition
Grab your balls, we're playing pool! YHA meets at the outside tables at 7PM for cheap pizza and drinks, before going to Karaoke at about 8:30. $5 Basics or $10 Beer and Pizza!
When:
7:00 pm Wednesdays
Where:
Transit Bar
$6 BBQ Night!
Watch the sun set and stuff your face with our hostel BBQ nights!
When:
7:30 pm Fridays
Where:
The rooftop
Live Music
Head up to the roof for a sunset, some LIVE music and some super-good company.
When:
7:30 pm Saturdays
Where:
On the rooftop!
FREE Trivia Night
Finally a time to let yours-worth of useless information shine!
When:
Every Monday
Where:
Transit Bar (Under the hostel)
FREE Pancake Sundays
Head to the kitchen on Sunday at 8am for FREE Pancakes! Boom.
When:
8am Sundays
Where:
The Kitchen
FREE Mt Ainslie Hike
Come wander Canberra with us - fresh air and a fresh perspective on this golden city. Wear comfy shoes as we're tackling Mt Ainslie!
When:
3:30 pm Sundays
Where:
Meet at Reception
Tours & activities related to this hostel
$220
per person
Canberra Overnight Tour from Sydney
Discover Australia's capital city on this weekend city escape jam packed with Australian culture, history, world class museums and galleries galore
FREE things to do in Canberra
- Visit National Museum of Australia and learn about Australia's social history, exploring the key issues, people and events that have shaped this country.
- Hike up Mt. Anslie (30 min from War Memorial) to see what a planned city looks like from above. You can spot the kangaroos at sunset and sunrise as well.
- Take a tour at the Australian Parliament House and observe democracy in action. Free tours run about 5 times a day, don’t forget to visit the roof top before you leave.
- Attend the Last Post Ceremony at the Australian War Memorial and listen to the stories about Australian soldiers.
- Be inspired by a large collection of Australian aboriginal art works at the National Art Gallery.
- Visit the Old Bus Depot Market on Sunday and taste all the free sample that is available. If you are lucky, that could be your lunch.
- Check out The Bootleg Sessions at The Phoenix Bar every Monday night from 8pm for some live music performed by Canberra’s up & coming artists.
DISCOUNTS IN THIS REGION
Dendy Cinemas
$14.50 movie tickets
$14.50 movie tickets (+ $1 for 3D) at any of Dendy Cinemas national locations. Cinemas located in Sydney (Dendy Opera Quays and Dendy Newtown), Dendy Canberra and Dendy Portside (Brisbane).
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- To redeem this discount present your YHA physical or digital membership card in store.
The People's Poncho
10% off + Free Shipping
Originally we set out at making a cycling poncho, however we then realised we could provide affordable, practical and credible protection from the rain whatever the outdoor adventure! YHA member receive 10% off and free shipping.
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- To redeem this discount use the promo code 'YHAPONCHO' at checkout.
Reid Cycles
5% discount
Get 15% of Reid Cycles bikes and accessories.
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- To redeem this discount use the promo code 'YHA' at checkout.
Senda Essentials
Buy 1 Travel Essentials Pack and get 15% off + FREE Delivery Australia Wide
Play your part in the future of travel with a 'Travel Essentials Pack'. The Senda Essentials packs have everything you need to create a cleaner travel path.
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- To redeem this discount use the promo code: YHA15 at checkout when purchasing a Travel Essentials Pack + FREE delivery will be deducted!
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