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The Australian government has announced a three-step plan to ease lockdown restrictions across Australia. From 19 June, dining spots, gyms and entertainment venues will open to a maximum of 100 people at one time. Miss your favourite local eatery? See our list of restaurants, cafes and bars now open in Canberra.
If you need to head out, but don't know what's open, you'll find all of the details here. Plus, see our top recommendations for things to do in Canberra.
Note: The below is accurate as of 15 July 2020. Due to the changing nature of the situation, it's best to get in contact with the venue or attraction prior to visiting to ensure it is open for business.
While ACT's borders were never officially closed, you can now travel for leisure within the ACT without worry, unless you're feeling unwell. If you do travel, it's recommended to maintain physical distancing of up to 1.5 metres from others and practice good hygiene.
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Attraction | Opening hours |
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National Zoo and Aquarium | Open 9:30am - 5pm Monday to Sunday |
National Museum of Australia | Open 9am - 5pm Monday to Sunday |
The National Dinosaur Museum | Open 10am - 5pm Monday to Sunday |
National Gallery of Australia | Open 10am - 5pm Monday to Sunday |
National Portrait Gallery | Open 10am - 5pm Monday to Sunday |
Australian War Memorial | Open 10am - 5pm Monday to Sunday |
Palace Electric Cinema | Open 10am - 10pm Monday to Sunday |
There are plenty of great spots in Canberra for you to explore. Gatherings of up to 20 people is permitted from 29 May. Just be sure to keep a 1.5-metre distance from any person you come into contact with while outside.
Parks
Walking trails
It's business as usual for shopping centres and grocery stores. . Shoppers are encouraged to use the tap and go payment method, to use the hand sanitiser that is likely to be found at the entry and exit point of a store and to be mindful to keep a distance of at least 1.5 metres between you and other shoppers.
Yes. You can make a booking and stay at a hotel in Melbourne. Additional hygiene measures will be in places and some amenities may be unavailable.
Looking to book accommodation in Canberra? These hotels are open now.
If you're looking to visit an eatery or attraction, it's best to book in advance while some restrictions are still in place in Canberra.
Restaurants and cafes in Canberra can now open their doors and serve customers. If you're heading out for coffee, leave your keep cup at home for now as takeaway cups are being used as a hygiene and safety precaution.
If you know of any other eateries that have reopened, let us know in the comments below.
Restaurant | Address | Cuisine | Opening dates | See available deals |
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Otis Dining Hall | 1/29 Jardine Street, 2604, Kingston, ACT | Modern Australian | Open | See deals |
1882 Bar & Grill | 13 Gladstone Street, Hall, ACT | Australian, Cafe | Open | |
65 Northourne Restaurant and Wine Bar | 65 Northbourne Ave, Rudd St, Canberra ACT | Australian | Open | |
Assembly Bar | 11 Lonsdale St, Braddon ACT | Bar | Open | |
Barrio Collective Coffee | 28 Lonsdale St, Braddon | Cafe | Open | |
Bentham Street Bar and Pizza | 2/29 Bentham Street Yarralumla, Yarralumla | Italian | Open | |
BentSpoke Brewing Co | 38 Mort St, Braddon, ACT | Bar | Open | |
Capital Brewing Co | Building 3/1 Dairy Road, Fyshwick, ACT | Bar | Open | |
Grazing | Cnr Cook And Harp St, Gundaroo | Modern Australian | Open | |
Happy's Chinese Restaurant | 17 Garema Place, Canberra | Chinese | Open | |
Highball Express | 1/82 Alinga St, Canberra ACT | Bar | Open | |
Kita Cafe | 59 Boolimba Cres, Narrabundah ACT | Cafe | Open | |
Krack'd Peppa | 1 Isabella Dr, Gilmore ACT | Cafe | Open | |
Kynefin | 2/4 Victoria St, Hall ACT | Cafe | Open | |
La Cantina | 4 Iluka Street, Nurrabundah, Canberra, Narrabundah, ACT | Italian | Open | |
Milky Lane | Unit 3/21 Lonsdale St, Braddon ACT | Australian | Open | |
Muse Canberra | nit 3, East Hotel, 69 Canberra Avenue, Kingston, ACT | Australian | Open | |
Old Canberra Inn | 195 Mouat St, Lyneham | Modern Australian | Open | |
P.J O'Reilly's | Corner Alinga St And West Row, Canberra | Bar | Open | |
Pilot | 1 Wakefield Gardens, Ainslie, ACT | Modern Australian | 3 June | |
Rebel Rebel | 23 Marcus Clarke St, Acton ACT | Fusion | 30 May | |
Royal Hotel | 85 Monaro St, Queanbeyan | Burger, Pizza, Bar | Open | |
Rye Cafe | 9 Lonsdale St, Braddon ACT 2612, Braddon, ACT | Cafe | Open | |
Sammy's at the Foreshore | Unit 142, Element 39-45 Eastlake Parade Kingston, Canberra | Chinese, Asian, Malaysian | Open | |
Southern Cross Club | 92-96 Corinna Street, Woden, Phillip, ACT | Australian | Open | |
Sunday in Canberra | 54 Ernest Cavanagh St, Gungahlin ACT | Cafe | Open | |
Sweet Bones | 8/18 Lonsdale St, Braddon, Braddon, ACT | Bakery | Open | |
Temporada | 15 Moore St, Canberra | Modern Australian | TBC | |
The Boat House | Grevillea Park, Menindee Dr, Barton ACT | Australian | Open | |
The Front | 1 Wattle Pl, Lyneham | Cafe | Open | |
The Howling Moon | 150 Northbourne Ave, Braddon ACT | Bar | Open | |
The Italian Place | 38 Mort St, Braddon ACT | Italian | Open | |
Walt and Burley | 17-21 Eastlake Parade, Kingston | Australian | Open | |
XO | 16 Iluka Street, Narrabundah, ACT | Asian, Fusion | Open | |
Zaab | Unit 2, 9 Lonsdale Street, Braddon | Thai | Open |
List of bars in Canberra that are now serving customers.
Name | Address |
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Gus' Place | Shop 8, Garema 8 Arcade, Bunda Street |
Super Bao | Unit 240, 6 Cape Street, Dickson |
Agostinis | 69 Canberra Avenue, Kingston |
Joe's Bar | Inside East Hotel, 69 Canberra Avenue, Kingston |
Molto Italian | 155/43 Eastlake Parade, Kingston |
XO | 16 Iluka Street, Narrabundah |
The Meating Room | 45 Liardet Street, Weston Creek |
Space Kitchen | Furzer Street, Woden |
Kynefin | 2/4 Victoria Street, Hall |
The Australian government is urging people not to leave their houses unless it's essential. Before heading out, see what's closed in Canberra.
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