Experience a world beneath the ocean with a visit to National Zoo and Aquarium, located 3.7 mi (5.9 km) from central Canberra. Our travelers also like the art galleries and museums in the area. It's also full of great shops and restaurants, so you can spend the afternoon having a wander. If you have fun at National Zoo and Aquarium, you'll love National Arboretum Canberra and Questacon, both located nearby.