Canberra is recognized as the federal capital of the nation of kangaroos. Therefore, history has its own special place even today, which offers you a myriad of historic things to do in Canberra. As this Australian’s region is over 100 years old, you will really admire its historic sights such as the war memorial, the national parliament, the High Court, and the federal government departments. But, instead of these edifices, we will look at the captured history in the museum that is even capturing for your senses.

One of the top historic things to do in Canberra is exploring the National Gallery of Australia that houses an attractive display of the historical art of the entire south hemisphere whether local or international. There are more than 70,000 works including those of the aboriginal and ancient European masters. The aboriginal art work is something that deserves your attention even if you are least interested in art, because that will leave you marveling for sure. You will definitely adore the international hit collections here. And yes, once you are done exploring these stunning gems, just do not forget to amble in the Sculpture Garden that is the abode of several stunning works of the prominent sculptors of Australia as well as the magnificent fog sculpture and a pond. Do explore the track through the green lands, which ends at the open-air restaurant besides the Lake Burley Griffin.

Next interesting museum is the Canberra Railway Museum that is reachable easily via the railway station. Nestled at the Geijera Place at the Cunningham Street’s end, this museum takes you on a tour of the glorious days of the railways. Here, there are also BBQ facilities available free of cost. The museum is open even on weekends and public holidays, but only from 1 to 4 pm except for Christmas and boxing times.

Lastly, the National Portrait Gallery is worth a visit in the Old Parliament House. Opened in 1994, the gallery is the home of the displays that comprise of public and private lenders’ art pieces. Some are such that it might seem to you as if you are looking at the art works for the first time. The exhibition is based on a theme and all the collections change at an interval of four to five months.