How to spend a cultural weekend in Canberra

Sleep in style with the perfect balance between a hotel and private apartment at A by Adina. Centrally located near Canberra's Theatre Centre and CBD, A by Adina is perfect for travellers looking to stay in comfort while also having access to a buzzing line-up of 'must experience' landmarks as well as world-class dining and bars. The luxury hotel also has onsite secure parking and iconic views of the city, Parliament House and Canberra's famous Lake Burley Griffin.

After a blissful night's rest, stroll down to Arc and kick your day off at one of the city's most popular breakfast spots. Their modern and cosy architecture is complimented by a food menu of refined classics, focussing on local produce. Try their tasty Eggs Benedict featuring house-made truffle hollandaise or indulge in the vegan Hotcakes with peanut brittle and double cream to fuel-up for a busy day exploring the city.

Get inspired and explore a beloved staple in the art community while browsing some of the best works from local designers at Craft ACT. For 51 years the not-for-profit organisation has championed and promoted local craftspeople and designers. Current exhibitions include BEEing, featuring the work of established craft-based artist Dr Julie Bartholomew and early-career contemporary ceramic artist Mahala Hill. The works refer to the continuing survival of bees, beeing pollinators and beeing in existence. CONFLUENCE: 2021 Artist-in-Residence Exhibition is also currently on show and features 'geological-inspired' themes from research conducted at Geoscience Australia and created in Namadji National Park. It's also the perfect location to stock up on souvenirs, with their shop a hub for bespoke, handcrafted objects made locally in Canberra.

Enter a world of intimate yet contemporary counter-style dining at Canberra's award-winning Mu Omakase restaurant. Diners are served direct by the chef, a seasonal degustation of precise Japanese dishes featuring plenty of fresh seafood under mood-lighting. As for the drinks, the restaurant boasts a selection of Japanese wines as well as cocktails with a twist.

Wake up to beautiful city and mountain views at The Sebel Canberra, perfectly positioned in the pumping heart of the CBD. The hotel is the perfect base for visitors with serviced apartments for all occasions, including families and groups. The Sebel Canberra is within easy walk to Canberra's largest selection of shops, restaurants, cafes, bars, malls and nightlife.