Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Portland

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Top 10 Things To Do, Activities and Attractions in Portland

Parliament House
Parliament House
4.4 (1140 ratings)4.5 (3448 ratings)
Vast, hilltop building housing Australia's parliament, opened in 1988, topped by 81m-high flagpole.
Parliament Dr, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
Federal government officeSights & LandmarksGovernment officeGovernment Buildings
Mount Ainslie Lookout
Mount Ainslie Lookout
4.6 (2495 ratings)4.5 (2023 ratings)
Paved observation deck with panoramic vistas & information plaques detailing distant landmarks.
20 Mount Ainslie Dr, Australian Capital Territory 2609, Australia
Vista pointSights & LandmarksPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
Tidbinbilla Nature Reserve
4.7 (562 ratings)5 (227 ratings)
Hiking & wildlife viewing are popular at this expansive park with tours & a visitor center.
Paddys River Rd, Paddys River ACT 2620, Australia
Nature preserveNature & ParksNational parkWildlife refugeNature & Wildlife Areas
Cotter Reserve
Cotter Reserve
4.6 (915 ratings)4.5 (138 ratings)
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
National reserveNature & ParksCampgroundNature preserveNature & Wildlife Areas
Lake Burley Griffin
Lake Burley Griffin
4.6 (217 ratings)4.5 (1730 ratings)
Serene trails for walking & cycling border this scenic man-made lake offering boating & fishing.
Australian Capital Territory, Australia
LakeNature & ParksBodies of Water
High Court of Australia
High Court of Australia
4.1 (71 ratings)4.5 (311 ratings)
Monumental, concrete and glass building housing court charged with applying the law of Australia.
Parkes Pl, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia
CourthouseSights & LandmarksFederal courthouseGovernment Buildings
Telstra Tower
Telstra Tower
4.3 (2845 ratings)4 (1214 ratings)
Open since 1980, this 195m-high telecoms tower has observation decks, a cafe & exhibition space.
100 Black Mountain Dr, Acton ACT 2601, Australia
TowerSights & LandmarksObservation Decks & Towers
National Library of Australia
National Library of Australia
4.6 (247 ratings)4.5 (647 ratings)
Public library with a reading room, treasures gallery, changing exhibitions, a bookshop and a cafe.
Parkes Pl W, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
National libraryGovernment BuildingsLibrariesPoints of Interest & Landmarks
Royal Australian Mint
Royal Australian Mint
4.5 (3291 ratings)4.5 (1238 ratings)
Manufacturing site of Australia's coins, offering tours with coin history, plus a cafe & shop.
Denison St, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia
Sights & LandmarksCollectibles storeGovernment Buildings
Australian National Botanic Gardens
Australian National Botanic Gardens
4.6 (1940 ratings)4.5 (667 ratings)
Tranquil botanical garden featuring a diverse array of native plants, walking trails & a cafe.
Clunies Ross St, Acton ACT 2601, Australia
Botanical gardenNature & ParksGardenParkNational Parks
Mentioned by Australia 21 days itinerary
3 Week Itinerary to Visit Australia
"Royal Botanic Gardens –you can’t beat the serenity and harbour views from these gardens. Have a picnic or take a walk and admire the many different types of plants and city views on a free self-guided walking tour."

Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Portland

Harvest
Harvest
4.4 (199 ratings)
Choice espresso and baked goods, served in a chic, moody cafe with low stools and a wooden counter.
40 Marcus Clarke St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
CafeBreakfast restaurantCoffee shop
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Coffee Shops In Canberra
"Whether you’re in the mood for the perfect espresso, pour over or cold brew, Harvest will sort you out with a solid refuel. It’s been a long-term favourite for coffee fans in Canberra thanks to its range of quality coffee serves. They also sell beans to take home, so you can try to replicate your brew."
The Cupping Room
The Cupping Room
4.4 (1867 ratings)
Hip, airy joint with outdoor seats & exposed rafters serving up boutique coffee & classic cafe fare.
1/1-13 University Ave, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
CafeBreakfast restaurantCoffee shop
Mentioned by Big 7 Travel
The 7 Best Coffee Shops In Canberra
"Canberra’s very own place of coffee worship, The Cupping Room is a concept cafe that takes its customers on a flavour journey across a range of coffee blends. The team includes world champion barista Sasa Sestic, so you’re in safe hands here. Coffee comes from sister spot, Ona Coffee, which is a great specialty coffee roaster."
Dobinsons
Dobinsons
4.1 (331 ratings)
Sweet & savoury pastries & pies, plus cafe meals, in a bustling locale with a sidewalk patio.
177 Bunda St, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
CafeBakeryBreakfast restaurantCoffee shop
Mentioned by FoodPornJournal
5 places for pancakes in Canberra
"I liked the generous portion of buttermilk pancakes with seasonal fruits, lemon yoghurt sauce, house made honeycomb and vanilla ice cream. I loved the lemon infused yoghurt that thickly coated the pancakes providing tartness to the otherwise sweet dish. The vanilla ice cream, also a generous serve (about 2 scoops!) was served in a small bowl on the side."
Mentioned by Kev's Best
5 Best Cake Shops in Canberra🥇
"You’re also assured of excellent customer service from their staff. Dobinsons opened its kitchen in 1994. They have been continuously providing quality cakes for Canberrans ever since."

Top, Best & Fun Rooftop Bars in Portland

Treehouse Bar
Treehouse Bar
4 (187 ratings)
Tapas, burgers & cocktails served in a stylish, wood-lined space with low lighting & banquettes.
Sydney Building, 32 Northbourne Ave, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Cocktail barBarDisco clubModern Australian restaurantTapas restaurant
Mentioned by HerCanberra
20 of Canberra's best bars
"Treehouse is a great little bar in the Sydney Building on Northbourne Avenue…the fitout is impressive, with a beautiful illuminated tree the defining feature. Spread over two floors (main bar and room for boogying downstairs and a more intimate cocktail lounge upstairs), Treehouse is good for a quiet glass of bubbles or slightly noisier cocktails with the girls. You want to head to the upstairs bit which is a bar within a bar and can be reserved for functions."
Mentioned by Nightflow.com
Canberra Nightlife • A Complete Guide [2021 September Update]
"Treehouse is a bar, nightclub, and restaurant positioned in Canberra’s city center. With live music and a lively calendar of events, Treehouse is the perfect venue for dance, drink, or a chilled night out. Make sure you try out this place in order to have drinks food and nightlife entertainment all under one roof."
Tipsy Bull
Tipsy Bull
4.6 (701 ratings)
Low-key, contemporary bar offering cocktails, a wide selection of gins & modern sharing plates.
2/5 Lonsdale St, Braddon ACT 2612, Australia
RestaurantBarCocktail barTapas restaurant
Bleachers Sports Bar
Bleachers Sports Bar
4.3 (201 ratings)
Melbourne Building, 33 Northbourne Ave, Canberra ACT 2601, Australia
Bar
Mentioned by Eat Canberra
Canberra's best bottomless eats and drinks
"Head to Bleachers Sports Bar located on Northbourne Avenue for all-you-can-eat wings every Wednesday from 11am-10pm. For $20 per person you can choose from a baskets of Buffalo Wings, Sweet Chilli Wings or BBQ Wings."

Must See Sights and Landmarks in Portland Area

High Court of Australia
High Court of Australia
4.1 (71 ratings)4.5 (311 ratings)
Monumental, concrete and glass building housing court charged with applying the law of Australia.
Parkes Pl, Parkes ACT 2600, Australia
CourthouseSights & LandmarksFederal courthouseGovernment Buildings
Parliament House
Parliament House
4.4 (1140 ratings)4.5 (3448 ratings)
Vast, hilltop building housing Australia's parliament, opened in 1988, topped by 81m-high flagpole.
Parliament Dr, Canberra ACT 2600, Australia
Federal government officeSights & LandmarksGovernment officeGovernment Buildings
Royal Australian Mint
Royal Australian Mint
4.5 (3291 ratings)4.5 (1238 ratings)
Manufacturing site of Australia's coins, offering tours with coin history, plus a cafe & shop.
Denison St, Deakin ACT 2600, Australia
Sights & LandmarksCollectibles storeGovernment Buildings

Vacation Rentals, Airbnb, Hotels & Cabins near Portland

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Accommodate Canberra - Griffin Kingston Central Apartments
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Edith Holiday House
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4.3 (673 reviews)
Queanbeyan Motel
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$119 /night
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