Tour Canberra Glassworks studio and gallery
Canberra, Australia • 
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PopularCanberra, Australia
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Best months to visit
Jan, Dec
13°C – 28°C, warm temperatures with minimal rainfall, ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
13°C – 28°C, warm temperatures with minimal rainfall, ideal for outdoor activities, high crowds, peak season
Walking required
Yes
Wheelchair accessible; stairs and walking involved.
Wheelchair accessible; stairs and walking involved.
Value for money
Medium
Admission by donation, but workshops are a bit pricey.
Admission by donation, but workshops are a bit pricey.
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Summarised by AI
Unique Experience
Couples found the glassblowing demonstrations and workshops fascinating and romantic.
Beautiful Glasswork
Visitors loved the unique glassware for sale, perfect for a special souvenir.
Engaging Workshops
Couples enjoyed the hands-on workshops, creating their own artistic pieces together.
Hearing Difficulty
Some couples found it hard to hear the instructor during demonstrations.
Paid Parking
Travelers noted the paid parking added to the overall cost of the visit.
Bookings Essential
Couples found that booking workshops in advance was essential, limiting spontaneity.
Hours of operation
Monday
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Tuesday
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Wednesday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Thursday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Friday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Saturday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Sunday
10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
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When to visit
We've analysed user reviews and geographical data, and identified the best and worst months to visit.
Month
Crowd Level
Weather
Availability
Our recommendation
February
MEDIUM
13-27°C
Warm and pleasant weather with low humidity and minimal rainfall.
Warm and pleasant weather with low humidity and minimal rainfall.
Open
Better availability compared to January; standard booking practices suffice.
Better availability compared to January; standard booking practices suffice.
Recommended
February provides warm weather with fewer crowds, offering a more relaxed experience.
February provides warm weather with fewer crowds, offering a more relaxed experience.
March
MEDIUM
11-25°C
Mild temperatures with cool nights and minimal rainfall.
Mild temperatures with cool nights and minimal rainfall.
Open
Good availability; standard booking practices suffice.
Good availability; standard booking practices suffice.
Recommended
March offers comfortable weather and moderate crowds, suitable for various activities.
March offers comfortable weather and moderate crowds, suitable for various activities.
April
MEDIUM
7-20°C
Cooler temperatures with crisp mornings and minimal rainfall.
Cooler temperatures with crisp mornings and minimal rainfall.
Open
Good availability; standard booking practices suffice.
Good availability; standard booking practices suffice.
Recommended
April showcases beautiful autumn colors and comfortable weather, ideal for sightseeing.
April showcases beautiful autumn colors and comfortable weather, ideal for sightseeing.
May
LOW
4-14°C
May in Canberra features cool temperatures with average highs around 14.2°C and lows near 3.8°C. Rainfall is relatively low, averaging 20mm over approximately 7 days, making it the driest month of the year.
May in Canberra features cool temperatures with average highs around 14.2°C and lows near 3.8°C. Rainfall is relatively low, averaging 20mm over approximately 7 days, making it the driest month of the year.
Open
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any specific events or maintenance closures.
No significant restrictions; however, it's advisable to check for any specific events or maintenance closures.
Recommended
May offers a pleasant climate with minimal rainfall, making it an excellent time to visit the Canberra Glassworks without the crowds typical of peak tourist seasons.
May offers a pleasant climate with minimal rainfall, making it an excellent time to visit the Canberra Glassworks without the crowds typical of peak tourist seasons.
How to get there
Bus
Recommended
Several Transport Canberra bus routes, including rapid services R2 and R6, stop at the Old Bus Depot Markets, Wentworth Av stop, a short walk from the Glassworks.
Taxi
Recommended
Taxis and ride-sharing services can drop off and pick up passengers at the Wentworth Avenue entrance.
Walking
Recommended
The Canberra Glassworks is accessible on foot, approximately a 25-minute walk from the city center via pathways along the foreshore.
Bike
Cyclists can use dedicated bike paths along Lake Burley Griffin and park at the provided bike racks near the Glassworks.
Car
Drivers can access the Glassworks via Wentworth Avenue, with ample open-air paid parking available nearby. Access the main carpark by turning onto Eastlake Parade from Wentworth Avenue.
Additional info
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Mobility
Wheelchair Accessible
Walking Required
Stairs Present
Seating Available
Flat Terrain
Hiking Required
Elevator Available
Mobility Scooter Friendly
Ramps Available
Pregnancy
Suitable for pregnancy
Allowed during pregnancy
Pets
Pets not allowed
Driving
Driving License Required
Idp Required
