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Best Things to Do in Canberra, solo trip
Lennox Gardens is 87% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler gets tranquil lake views, cultural gardens, flat trails for jogging or meditation, free entry, and easy public toilets, making it a flexible low-cost stop.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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National Arboretum Canberra is 86% Solo-Friendly
Solo visitors can roam 20 km of trails, photograph sculptures, and relax at the café alone; public signage helps orientation, though limited shade can make long walks hot.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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National Zoo & Aquarium is 86% Solo-Friendly
The 2.6-km flat circuit, frequent keeper talks, and optional short animal encounters keep a solo visitor busy, yet paths and cafés feel safe and easy to navigate alone.
Recommended visit duration: 3-4 hours
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Canberra Theatre Centre is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can choose from many evening shows, join an open-day backstage tour, and use free hearing or vision aids; the venue is central, safe, and easy to access alone.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Harmonie German Club is 85% Solo-Friendly
Solo guests can join blues gigs, comedy open-mic, and sample imported beers any night, with bar seating and onsite parking making an easy, safe outing without needing company.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Palace Electric Cinemas is 85% Solo-Friendly
Quiet weekday matinees, film festivals and a lobby café give a solo visitor varied, self-paced entertainment; central location and lifts provide safe, uncomplicated access.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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GIO Stadium Canberra is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo fan can easily buy a single seat, chat with supporters, use wide concourses, and join free Fan Zone games; security and staff make attending big matches safe and stress-free.
Recommended visit duration: 3 hours
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The Tradies is 85% Solo-Friendly
The Tradies offers free Wi-Fi, bars, live music, casual dining, safe indoor spaces and long opening hours, so a solo traveler can linger, eat, work or socialise without feeling out of place.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Yerrabi Pond District Park is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo traveler can jog the 4 km sealed loop, shoot hoops, skate, or kayak; toilets, water and free parking are on-site, but after-dark lighting is limited so evenings feel less secure.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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Power Kart Raceway is 85% Solo-Friendly
A solo visitor can buy individual kart races, VR games or mini-golf on arrival, and staff supply all gear, so the venue offers flexible, adrenaline-filled hours without needing companions.
Recommended visit duration: 2-3 hours
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