The name "Canberra" is believed to come from the Ngunnawal word for "meeting place". Canberra is renowned for its incredible art, history, sport, food and nature. For kids Canberra has so much to offer! If you are traveling to Canberra with family or you are planning to make your kids learn more about Canberra, its rich culture and history during their school holidays, then check out a few things that you can do with kids here.