Are you struggling to think of a place to holiday this winter? With a mix of educational and fun places to take the kids, Canberra is one of the easiest and most accessible places to take a family. With a brilliant network of bike paths, well-located national institutions and some of the best sports facilities in Australia means this is a great city to nourish both body and mind.

Around Parliament House
There’s barely an adult in the country who hasn’t fallen in love with Questacon. After sending the kids down the six-metre slide and watching them explore science through fun and engaging activities, it’s only a short walk to the National Portrait Gallery and the National Gallery of Australia.

As you would expect, both these institutions are a visual feast, however they also place a high emphasis on teaching art to kids through fun activities and games. Check out the galleries’ websites for more info.

Cruising through Canberra
Even though the weather is cool, Canberra days are some of the most crisp and beautiful you are likely to see. If you hire bikes, there are plenty of other places within a 20-30 minute ride – especially around the parliamentary triangle and city centre.

The great thing about riding around Canberra is that while it’s beautiful, almost every building and street has a deep significance to the nation, so there’s something to see and learn almost every step of the way.

Travelling North
Heading out a little further, the Australian Institute of Sport is another great way to expel any excess energy, and Cockington Green Gardens takes visitors on a miniature tour around the world through a model English village and a beautiful collection of international sites. Grab a 3infun ticket (which includes entry to Questacon, the Australian Institute of Sport and Cockington Green Gardens) and enjoy a fascinating couple of days in Canberra.

And the good news? That’s just the start. There’s easily enough to do in Canberra to keep the family entertained for at least four to five days.

Winter Family Fun Package
This winter, book a two night Family Fun package that includes hotel accommodation, full buffet breakfast each morning and a family 3infun ticket that includes entry to Questacon, Cockington Green Gardens and a behind the scenes tour at the Australian Institute of Sport, from only $135.00 per room per night* at your choice of 4 Accor hotels in Canberra.

Book online here: accorhotels.com/canberra-family
**PLUS the first 100 packages booked will receive a fun gift pack

Canberra Escape Competition
By purchasing the winter Family Fun Package or the Gastronomy Package you are eligible to enter the draw to win the prize# of a getaway, which will be the winner’s choice of either a family holiday for four at Mercure Gold Coast Resort, or an escape for two at Sofitel Fiji Resort and Spa! To enter and for full terms and conditions visit: www.accorhotels.com.au/canberraescape

*Packages subject to availability between 1 June and 31 August 2015. Minimum 2 night stay. Terms and conditions apply. See websites for details.
#Authorised under NSW Permit No. LTPS/15/03870, ACT Permit No. ACT TP 15/05981. For terms and conditions visit www.accorhotels.com.au/canberraescape. Entries close on 14 September 2015.