Chifley's Walk Tour

Embark on an exclusive guided tour at 10:15am. Discover how Australia's 16th prime minister Ben Chifley came to power and how his leadership shaped the development of Canberra and Australia. See what Chifley's office looked like in the 1940s and hear why he often took down butcher shop orders while in office.

Self-guided walking trail

After your tour, complete the Chifley experience by taking a self-guided walk from Old Parliament House to our accommodation partner Hotel Kurrajong.

This 10 minute trail will take you along the route Chifley walked daily between Provisional Parliament House and his Canberra-home at Hotel Kurrajong. Trace Chifley's steps along King George Terrace, Walpole Crescent and National Circuit.