Old Canberra House

The Australian National University, 73 Lennox Crossing, Acton ACT 2601, Australia

3.0(1 reviews)

Old Canberra House is a historic site in Acton, Australian Capital Territory, rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 visitor reviews. It ranks #2 of 2 landmarks in Acton.

Old Canberra House at a glance

Rating
3.0 / 5
Reviews
1
Acton rank
#2 of 2
National rank
#466 of 489

About Old Canberra House

Old Canberra House is one of 2 catalogued landmarks in Acton, Australian Capital Territory, sitting within the historic sites category. Among Acton's landmarks it currently ranks #2 by visitor review volume, placing it among the city's most visited attractions.

Visitors rate Old Canberra House 3.0 out of 5 across 1 reviews — a mixed rating — check recent reviews before setting expectations. Within the historic sites category nationally it ranks #57 by review volume. Ratings on this site come from Google Maps visitor data and are refreshed periodically, so the figure above reflects recent visitor experience rather than a one-off snapshot.

On the national stage, Old Canberra House ranks #466 of 489 Australian landmarks by review volume — the top 95%, a quieter profile nationally — typical of local favourites that reward visitors who venture beyond the famous icons. Within Australian Capital Territory it sits at #20 of 20, and within the historic sites category it holds #57 of 67 Australia-wide. Its 3.0 rating runs just below the historic sites average of 4.61, so expectations are best set by reading a handful of recent reviews first.

Old Canberra House is located at The Australian National University, 73 Lennox Crossing, Acton ACT 2601, Australia. Use the directions link for navigation, and the nearby and similar landmark lists below to fill out the rest of your time in Acton. For the wider context, the Acton city page ranks all 2 local landmarks side by side, and the Historic Sites category page compares Old Canberra House with similar attractions across Australia.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Old Canberra House worth visiting?
Old Canberra House is a historic site in Acton, Australian Capital Territory, rated 3.0 out of 5 from 1 visitor reviews. It ranks #2 of 2 landmarks in Acton.
Where is Old Canberra House?
Old Canberra House is located at The Australian National University, 73 Lennox Crossing, Acton ACT 2601, Australia.
What type of landmark is Old Canberra House?
Old Canberra House is categorised as historic site. You can explore more historic sites across Australia on Landmarks Australia.
How highly is Old Canberra House rated?
Old Canberra House holds a 3.0 out of 5 rating from 1 visitor reviews — a mixed score, so reading recent reviews before visiting is worthwhile.
How popular is Old Canberra House?
By visitor review volume, Old Canberra House ranks #466 of 489 landmarks in Australia (top 95%), #20 of 20 in Australian Capital Territory, and #2 of 2 in Acton.
How does Old Canberra House compare to other historic sites?
Among 67 historic sites catalogued across Australia, Old Canberra House ranks #57 by review volume, and its 3.0 rating sits just under the category average of 4.61.
What landmarks are near Old Canberra House?
The closest landmarks to Old Canberra House are Captain James Cook Memorial (1.2 km away), Captain Cook Memorial Globe (1.2 km away), Captain Cook Memorial Jet (1.3 km away). All six nearest landmarks are listed in the distance table below.
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Closest Landmarks by Distance

  1. Captain James Cook Memorial1.2 km
  2. Captain Cook Memorial Globe1.2 km
  3. Captain Cook Memorial Jet1.3 km
  4. City Hill1.3 km
  5. Canberra Centenary Column1.4 km
  6. National Capital Exhibition1.4 km

Rankings based on visitor ratings and review counts. Last updated October 2026.