What makes it 84% Couple-Friendly: Blossoming cherry trees, candle-lit festival nights and covered BBQ tables create romantic shared moments; flat paths encourage hand-in-hand strolls, but poor lighting after dusk shortens evening dates.
Why 2-3 hours visit duration is ideal for couple trip: Couples can enjoy a relaxed stroll, photo spots and a short tour without rushing.
Cherry-blossom stroll:
Walk beneath the park’s pink cherry trees in spring.
Tip: Visit late September to mid-October for full bloom and fewer crowds before midday.
Peace Bell tour:
Join a 60-minute guided ring of the Canberra Rotary Peace Bell.
Tip: Book on weekdays via Canberra Excursions and bring AUD 2 per person donation.
Torii gate photos:
Capture portraits by the wooden torii-style gate and Kasuga lantern.
Tip: Shoot at golden hour around sunrise or sunset for soft light.
Lakeside picnic:
Use covered BBQ shelters overlooking Lake Burley Griffin for a meal.
Tip: Pick up takeaway from nearby cafés on Yarralumla Drive and bring a blanket.
Candle Festival (October):
Enjoy origami workshops, music demos and see 2,000 candles lit at dusk.
Tip: Arrive by 5pm to join demos; bring a jacket as evenings get cool.

Jo Lauren
Was good celebrating again with Japan’s remarkable candle festival. You can find a lot of food truck too and can do picnic with fam. Also this is a good park for walk, bbq or just to relax .
Ricky Vasu
Canberra Nara Peace Park is such a beautiful and peaceful place to visit. The Japanese garden design, lanterns, and lake view create a very calming atmosphere. It’s well maintained and perfect for walking, relaxing, or just enjoying nature. During the Nara Candle Festival, the park looks absolutely magical. A wonderful spot to experience both culture and tranquility in Canberra.
Jose Soriano
Beautiful and peaceful spot. Nara Park is very clean, well maintained, and a lovely place to visit. Perfect for taking photos, enjoying a quiet walk, and appreciating the scenery.
Ian L
Nice, quiet park with some interesting monuments and a zillion midgets, especially near the water. The scripts alongside each of the works provided some interesting background info. Easy ticket parking, not crowded mid morning. Don’t use the bathrooms near the carpark, old and unclean.
Zahra Zafira
A spacious park with a thematic garden. There’s public toilet, car park spaces, benches, and picnic tables. I’d imagine kids would happily freely run around the park. I saw a couple of adults having picnic while painting and doing puzzles. The only downside is that the park is there is a quite unpleasant smell in the afternoon and evening, I think the smell comes from Lake Burley. The park faces t...
Cherry blossoms peak in late September–October; check ACT Parks site for dates. The Candle Festival in mid-October draws crowds—plan extra time for parking.
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| Item | Cost (Approx.) |
|---|---|
| Peace Bell tour donation (2×AUD 2) | AUD 4 |
| Parking (2 hours) | AUD 8 |
| Takeaway picnic items | AUD 20 |
| Total Estimated | AUD 32 |
Note: All prices are indicative and may vary. Please check directly with the venue for the most accurate and up-to-date information.
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Address: Yarralumla ACT 2600, Australia
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