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Discover what makes The Australian National University (ANU) the nation’s leading university by experiencing it through a guided campus tour and one of our educational enrichment activities.

Visit our living classroom to discover Australia’s rich natural and cultural heritage. The Gardens lets students explore the deep connections between people, plants and animals through guided enquiry and hands-on learning experiences.

The school visit program at Parliament House examines the work of Parliament, teaching primary and secondary students how the Australian system of government works.

A visit can include 3 components:

• A comprehensive guided tour with the Visitor Engagement team allows students to experience the House of Representatives and Senate chambers.

• An immersive role-play program with the Parliamentary Education Office (PEO) explores the function, value and purpose of Australia’s democratic system of government.

• A hospitality break includes a delicious refreshment and a chance to meet parliamentarians dependant on availability.

Combining both the educational elements with the fun factor, Cockington Green Gardens is a popular venue for school excursions.

The Geoscience Australia Education Centre offers curriculum-linked education programs designed to immerse students in hands-on geoscientific activities. Facilitated by experienced educators, general and custom-made programs are available to suit individual group needs, ensuring the best possible outcome for students.

The High Court of Australia is the highest court in the Australian judicial system. Education programs and tours of the building bring to life the powerful history and contemporary function of the High Court in upholding Australia’s democracy.

A national icon, a place of great beauty, magnificent design and historical significance, Old Parliament House is home to MoAD.

The Arboretum offers a range or educational experiences for students, including facilitated walks, coach tours and self guided trails. All programs are aligned with science, sustainability or geography curricula. Facilitated walks take students into the forests to learn about the trees and the role of the Arboretum in global conservation.

Visit the National Archives of Australia to uncover stories told by our records about key events and decisions that have shaped Australia since Federation.

Visit the NATIONAL CAPITAL EXHIBITION to discover the story of Canberra, or dig deeper into the story at one of our other sites.

Located in the heart of Canberra’s parliamentary triangle, the National Electoral Education Centre (NEEC) is a ‘must see’ destination for Civics and Citizenship education.

The NEEC is the award-winning education program of the Australian Electoral Commission, providing free education programs that use experiential learning to engage and inform.

The NFSA’s mission is to collect, preserve and share Australia’s vibrant and diverse audiovisual culture as embodied by our evolving collection – reflecting who we were, who we are, and who we want to be.

The National Gallery welcomes visitors of all ages and abilities for onsite and online creative learning experiences.

The National Museum of Australia is a social history museum. We explore the land, nation and people of Australia. We focus on Indigenous histories and cultures, histories of European settlement and our interaction with the environment.

At the National Portrait Gallery, we provide a range of education programs that provide the opportunity to explore and connect with Australian stories through the art of portraiture. 

Be inspired to connect to and conserve the natural world through our exciting and interactive educational experiences

Australia's leading science centre and one of the country’s most visited educational sites located in Canberra's Parliamentary Triange. Questacon offers a range of experiences for students of all ages, founded on a philosophy of hands-on learning and designed to spark curiosity about science, technology, engineering and mathematics.

The Royal Australian Mint is Australia’s official Mint. It is the place where every Australian coin in your pocket, purse or piggy bank was made. 

Wildbark Learning Centre – restoring our critically endangered ecosystem.