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Visiting Government House

Government House Open Day

The Government House Open Day is Saturday 15 March from 10am-2pm.

Entry is free and there is parking available on Dunrossil Drive.

At the Open Day you will have the opportunity to tour the house, join a guided walking tour of the grounds (or explore yourself!) or just simply enjoy a picnic on a beautiful Canberra spring day.

National institutions and organisations will have displays, including:

  • the Royal Australian Mint
  • Questacon
  • National Library of Australia
  • National Portrait Gallery 
  • The Order of Australia Association
  • The Bravery Association of Australia
  • Australia Post.

Local food vendors will be on site or you can bring your own food.

Please note that pets (other than service animals) are not permitted.