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National Capital ExhibitionvsNational Zoo and Aquarium
Both are highly recommended by expert writers. Overall, National Capital Exhibition scores marginally better than National Zoo and Aquarium. National Capital Exhibition has a TripExpert Score of 81 with praise from 3 publications including Frommer's, Fodor's and Lonely Planet.
National Capital Exhibition
Frommer's
Fodor's
Lonely Planet
Barrine Drive, Commonwealth Park, Canberra 2601
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"Come to grips with the original vision of Walter Burley Griffin and Marion Mahony Griffin, the architects." Full review
"From the pavilion's terrace there are sweeping views of the Parliamentary Triangle across the lake." Full review
"Learn about the indigenous people of the Canberra area... at this modest museum." Full review
National Zoo and Aquarium
Lonely Planet
Time Out
Frommer's
Scrivener Dam, Yarralumla, Canberra
From $0/night
"It also offers various behind-the-scenes experiences where you can help to feed the sharks, lions, tigers and bears, and interact with rhinos and cheetahs." Full review
"The National Zoo and Aquarium sits on seven hectares and is a short drive from the centre of Canberra." Full review
"Looks after 28 endangered species in a nice bushland setting and has Australia's largest collection of big cats...2-hour ZooVenture Tour is a great way to get up close and personal to tigers, lions" Full review