backpacker guide

  • Late-Night Eats and Cheap Drinks in Dickson: The Ultimate Backpacker’s Guide

    Late-Night Eats and Cheap Drinks in Dickson: The Ultimate Backpacker’s Guide

    Think a trip to Australia’s capital means tucked-away politicians and early nights? Think again. If you are staying at Dickson Backpacker (right in the pulsing heart of Canberra’s food and culture hub), your night is just getting started when the museums close. Located right on Woolley Street—Canberra’s unofficial Chinatown—we place you steps away from legendary…

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  • 10 Free (and Awesome) Things to Do in Canberra

    10 Free (and Awesome) Things to Do in Canberra

    When most people think of Australia’s capital, they picture politicians in sharp suits, quiet corporate streets, and expensive museum tours . But we’re going to let you in on a massive local secret: Canberra is one of the most budget-friendly cities in the country for backpackers and independent travelers . Because the city was meticulously…

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