
Captain Cook Memorial Globe
The Captain Cook Memorial Globe by Lake Burley Griffin in Canberra with a 4.5 rating across 21 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
The Captain Cook Memorial Globe sits on Barrine Drive in Parkes, by Lake Burley Griffin near central Canberra. With 21 reviews behind its 4.5 rating, it's a well-regarded landmark.
The appeal is a distinctive landmark in a lovely lakeside setting — the Captain Cook Memorial Globe, part of the lake's memorial features, a genuine highlight for a photo, a wander and a moment of history along the popular Lake Burley Griffin foreshore near the city's attractions. It's a lovely, free stop.
Landmarks and their lakeside surrounds have changing access and seasonal conditions, so check current details if you're planning around something specific. Otherwise it's a free spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring sun protection, water and comfortable shoes, and make a day of the lake.
Practical details
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 67
- Popularity
- 41
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
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