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Lanyon Homestead

Historic homestead of early Canberra settlers, guided tours, walks and a maintained garden. Cafe for lunch, coffee and cake. A three-house pass for $15/10/30 covers Lanyon, Calthorpe's House and Mugga Mugga house in Symanston.

Address: Lanyon Drive
Hours: 10AM-4PM (closed Mondays)
Price: $7 adult, $5 concession, $15 family
Website: historicplaces.com.au (opens in a new tab)

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