Majura Valley Farm, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory © Tourism Australia
Canberra Districts' farm and food experiences
A 15-minute drive from the city will land you in the heart of Canberra’s vibrant food bowl where wine and truffle abound.
Experience life on a farm
Experience life on a farm
Farm experiences are closer to the capital city than you think. From June to August, travel just 15 minutes by car to arrive in wide open spaces, ready to forage for black truffles at The Truffle Farm. While among the farm’s oak and hazelnut trees, stay for a truffle lunch of epic proportions. To sample some of Australia’s best tempranillo, stop in at Mount Majura Vineyard’s cellar door. Or, for a walk alongside a fluffy flock of alpaca and llamas visit Blackwattle Alpaca Farm.
Sleep beside the vines
Sleep beside the vines
You might be surprised to learn our nation’s capital is a superb spot for a farm stay. Within city limits, not too far from the airport, is Beltana Farm - a gourmet paradise of truffle groves, a farm-to-table restaurant and boutique farm-stay cottages. For a fully immersive experience, book an off-grid stay in “Bertie”, a tiny house located on a vineyard in Wallaroo. Walk to nearby waterfalls, swim and kayak in the lake, then sit fireside to watch the sunset.
Wine tours tailored to you
Wine tours tailored to you
The best way to learn about Canberra’s cool climate wines and the people who make them is to book a private tour with Van du Vin. Your guide will lead you through some of the best small batch wineries in the region, sharing tastings of riesling, shiraz and specialised local varietals. Looking for something tailored to your taste? The team at Van Du Vin will create an itinerary just for you.
Celebrate food and farm culture
Celebrate food and farm culture
Every February, rural life comes to town for the Royal Canberra Show. This grand celebration of country culture is a great opportunity to experience arts, crafts and cooking, see woodchopping and horse showjumping, and watch a grand parade with prize livestock. To feast on local fruits, vegetables, cheese and baked goods year-round, visit the Capital Region Farmers Market on Saturday. Or to sample farm-grown goods among a maze of bright sunflowers, look no further than Majura Valley Farm.
