Carpark Maintenance Alert

On 24–25 March, the top tier of our car park will be closed for routine maintenance. Disability parking permit holders can speak to traffic marshals for assistance on where best to park. Thank you for your patience and understanding.

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Aerial view of the Arboretum showing the Visitors Centre, Central Valley Gardens and the view across Canberra. Overlayed are the Tourism Awards badges.
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The National Arboretum Canberra is a mosaic of living forests and gardens offering breathtaking views, unique experiences, and a world-class entertainment and events hub including the award-winning Margaret Whitlam Pavilion and the popular Village Centre.

With over 44,000 rare and endangered trees across a 250-hectare site, the Arboretum is a place of beauty, conservation, science research, education, tourism and recreation.

What's here

Discover an exciting variety of things to do, see and experience at the Arboretum.

Eat, drink and shop

Take a break at the Arboretum Cafe or The Curatoreum gift shop at our award-winning Village Centre.

POD Playground

Let kids of all ages run wild in the popular nature themed playground with acorn and banksia cubbies, sand-play, slides and swings.

Tracks and trails

Explore the multi-purpose, family-friendly walking, running and cycling trails for all ability levels.

Host an event

Have your wedding, party, meeting or event at one of Canberra's most iconic and sought-after venues.

National Bonsai and Penjing Collection

See the world-class display of miniature trees and forests, created by some of Australia's leading artists.

Top stories

A moment with Amalie

8 March 2025

As part of our International Women’s Day coverage, Galah Press has released an exclusive interview with Amalie Shawcross, offering a closer look at her journey, the unique tapestry of forests she manages, and the vital role of the Arboretum in conservation.

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Ceremonial Tree Planting - His Excellency Hon David Waiau Ranibok Adeang MP President of Nauru

10 December 2024

As part of a visit to Canberra, His Excellency Hon. David Waiau Ranibok Adeang MP, President of the Republic of Nauru was welcomed to the National Arboretum Canberra for a ceremonial tree planting.

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Arboretum wins dual gold, proving nature and inclusivity go hand in hand

29 November 2024

The Arboretum was honoured to receive two awards at the Canberra Region Tourism Awards, winning in the categories of 'Ecotourism' and 'Excellence in Accessible Tourism'.

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Tourism Award and Trip Advisor Award Badges
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EcoStar Accredited Business Badge, Quality Tourism Accreditation Badge, and Sustainable Tourism Accredited Business Badge
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Quality Tourism Accreditations badges for Low Vision, Limited Mobility, Wheelchairs & Scooters
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