City Walk, Canberra
City Walk is a vibrant pedestrian thoroughfare in the heart of Civic, offering a dynamic blend of retail, entertainment, and cultural experiences. Established in January 1975 by closing off traffic on Alinga Street between East Row and Binara Street, City Walk has become a bustling outdoor space where pedestrians can explore the area with ease, only needing to cross Akuna Street.
The walk intersects with other popular spots such as Garema Place and Petrie Plaza, further enhancing its appeal. Along City Walk, visitors can find several iconic landmarks, including the Canberra Merry-Go-Round, the Centrepoint arcade, the Canberra Centre shopping mall, and the Canberra Times fountain. These features make City Walk a central hub for shopping, relaxation, and enjoying Canberra’s urban landscape.
City Walk is also a hotspot for cultural activities, frequently hosting street performers and events, most notably the National Multicultural Festival. This vibrant atmosphere, combined with its convenient and pedestrian-friendly layout, makes City Walk a key destination for both locals and tourists in Canberra.
The walk intersects with other popular spots such as Garema Place and Petrie Plaza, further enhancing its appeal. Along City Walk, visitors can find several iconic landmarks, including the Canberra Merry-Go-Round, the Centrepoint arcade, the Canberra Centre shopping mall, and the Canberra Times fountain. These features make City Walk a central hub for shopping, relaxation, and enjoying Canberra’s urban landscape.
City Walk is also a hotspot for cultural activities, frequently hosting street performers and events, most notably the National Multicultural Festival. This vibrant atmosphere, combined with its convenient and pedestrian-friendly layout, makes City Walk a key destination for both locals and tourists in Canberra.
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City Walk on Map
Sight Name: City Walk
Sight Location: Canberra, Australia (See walking tours in Canberra)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Sight Location: Canberra, Australia (See walking tours in Canberra)
Sight Type: Shopping
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Walking Tours in Canberra, Australia
Create Your Own Walk in Canberra
Creating your own self-guided walk in Canberra is easy and fun. Choose the city attractions that you want to see and a walk route map will be created just for you. You can even set your hotel as the start point of the walk.
Canberra Civic Center Walking Tour
Civic Centre, often simply called Civic, lies at the heart of Canberra, Australia's purpose-built capital. This central district is not only a hub for shopping and dining but also a significant cultural and historical site. At its core, lie an array of landmarks that tell the story of the city's past and vibrant present.
Starting with the Australian War Memorial, located at the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
Starting with the Australian War Memorial, located at the... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
Canberra Downtown Walking Tour
Australia’s capital, Canberra, is jokingly nicknamed the "Bush Capital” for the abundance of forested and natural reserve lands around. What's now the Australian Capital Territory previously has been inhabited by Aboriginal people for more than 20,000 years.
The name "Canberra" originates from the Aboriginal Australian language and means a "meeting place".... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles
The name "Canberra" originates from the Aboriginal Australian language and means a "meeting place".... view more
Tour Duration: 2 Hour(s)
Travel Distance: 2.6 Km or 1.6 Miles