Get ready for MyWay+

The details

• Canberra's transport system MyWay, is being replaced by .
• The old system will be switched off in September, with the new system becoming operational in November 2024.
• You鈥檒l be able to transfer your existing balance to the new system鈥攋ust make sure you your MyWay card.

How do I catch a free ride?

• Once the old MyWay system switches off on the 20th of September, there will be a two-month installation and testing period for MyWay+. During this time, travel will be free on all public transport in Canberra! Stay up to date on.

Canberra, take the wheel: Top 5 places to visit on public transport

1. Uncover 颁补苍产别谤谤补鈥檚 art scene 

Whether you鈥檙e seeking international masterpieces or something more local, the and the will have you inspired. These visionary spaces are located next to each other in the beautiful Parkes Precinct by Lake Burley Griffin.

Trade paints for flowers with a stroll over to the rose gardens at before checking out the Waterhouse Natural Science Art Prize at the.

Entry: Free

Getting there: Bus routes 2 and 6, hop off on Parkes Place East outside the John Gorton Building

2. Wander along the Kingston Foreshore

Spend a Sunday morning at the where quirky stall holders sell their wares in an airy, colourful setting. Next door, catch a free tour of the historic, before heading down to Eastlake Parade to people-watch along the busy waterfront.

If you have a group, hiring a is a fun, affordable way to see a different side of Canberra (if you don鈥檛 mind getting a little bit wet)!

Getting there: Bus routes 2 ,6, 56 and 182鈥攇et off on Wentworth Avenue right outside the Old Bus Depot Markets

3. Feel the flower power

颁补苍产别谤谤补鈥檚 free public transport initiative arrives just in time for Australia鈥檚 biggest celebration of spring. returns for its 37^th year, offering activities such as cultural celebrations, horticultural workshops, live entertainment and market stalls. Centrally located in Commonwealth Park, Floriade is one of the easiest places to travel to on 颁补苍产别谤谤补鈥檚 public transport system.

Entry: Free

Getting there: Bus routes 2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 10, 57, 58, 180 and 181, get off on Commonwealth Avenue at Regatta Point

4. Window shopping in Braddon

For the metropolitan-minded, fill your day with window shopping on Lonsdale Street in the trendy Braddon Precinct. Upmarket boutiques are interwoven with busy bakeries and ultra-cool coffee places along this strip. If you鈥檙e around on a weekend, sample the best from 颁补苍产别谤谤补鈥檚 foodies and farmers at the.

Getting there: Bus route 31, jump off at Torrens Street outside Haig Park or catch light rail route 1 and get off at Elouera Street

5. See some spectacular scenery

If you鈥檙e up for a challenge, make the climb to the summit of and be rewarded with some wonderful views. The trail begins on Treloar Crescent just behind the, which offers some incredible sights of its own.

Getting there: Bus route 54, hop off on Limestone Avenue next to the Australian War Memorial

For a full list of routes and timetables, check out Transport 颁补苍产别谤谤补鈥檚.