What's Acton Like?
In Acton, you can spend time visiting the gardens or simply enjoy the bars. You'll find a selection of cafes and restaurants in the neighborhood. Take in some culture at National Museum of Australia and National Film & Sound Archive. There's plenty more to see, including Lake Burley Griffin and CSIRO Discovery Centre.
How to Get to Acton
Flying to:
- Canberra, ACT (CBR-Canberra Intl.), 4.5 mi (7.2 km) from Acton
Things to See and Do in and around Acton
What to See in Acton
- Australian National University
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Film & Sound Archive
- Black Mountain Nature Reserve
Things to Do in Acton
- National Museum of Australia
- CSIRO Discovery Centre
When Is the Best Time to Visit Canberra?
- Hottest months: January, February, December, March (average 66°F)
- Coldest months: July, August, June, September (average 45°F)
- Rainiest months: November, December, February, October (average 3 inches of rainfall)