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what a disgusting excuse for a restaurant, the teltra towers rotating restaurant is run by the most judgmental, pathetic excuse for a manager we have ever come across, with little to no customer service skills what so ever. As a young couple in our mid 20's on holiday in Canberra with money to spend on a romantic dinner we made the mistake of choosing this restaurant, to our disgust we were refused service after being seated by a waitress, who later denied showing us to a table after the manager rudely approached us and accused us of seating ourselves and then once told otherwise, openly discussed our presence to fellow staff members at the bar, telling the waiter to lie to us about the kitchen being closed, which was obviously untrue due to the other customers awaiting their meals at 7.30pm! what a disgusting act of judgment, as a business who are they to choose who they serve and don't serve based on the appearance of the social status of their customers, we were dressed neatly and appeared presentable, apart from being the youngest people in the restaurant. how unaustralian, and snobby do you have to be to be accepted in such a place, as nice as it looked with the view over Canberra, is it really worth supporting the poor attitude that they run their business by, humiliating their customers at their own leisure for no clear reason, what can only be assumed as poor judgment. our story is long, with the complaints, all we can say is dont waste your time or money with such a business, we would recommend the local pizza place well above this so called fancy tourist site.
Written Oct 9, 2010
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton
Phone: 1800 806 718
Website: http://www.awm.gov.au/
If you are pressed for time, it is a good idea to visit the Black Mt Tower at Black Mt Drive, Acton in Canberra to get sweeping views,(360) of Canberra and surrounds.
The Tower stands 195 metre tall and is open till nighttime so you can get views of the city lights as well! There is also a good revolving restaurant so you dine in style amidst the backdrop of the Canberra skyline!
If you are not up to climbing up to the tower, there are walking tracks around the tower and you might get lucky to encounter native animals like the ringtail possum. Many native trees and shrubs are there too so you also get to experience a bit of bushwalking!
Written Feb 2, 2009
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton
Phone: 1800 806 718
Website: http://www.awm.gov.au/
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The black mountain is a good spot to go for a picnic.One can spot birds and just enjoy the beautiful atmosphere around.
The telstra tower offers a great view of the city.There is a small fee to go up the tower.
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Written Dec 7, 2008
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton
Phone: 1800 806 718
Website: http://www.awm.gov.au/
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A perfect lookout double act. - 195m tower built on an 812m hill. The telecommunications tower, in Canberra's west, offers 360 degree views of the nation's capital and surrounds, including Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin, the Australina Institute of Sort and further in the Brindabella Ranges and Mt. Ainslie.
The tower houses the revolving Alto Restaurant, which does a full circuit in about 85 minutes.
An exhibtion, tracing the history of Australian telecommunicationsis in the entrance foyer.
The tower is open daily from 9a.m to 10p.m
Adults $6 and children $1.90
Updated Jul 22, 2007
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton
Website: http://www.visitcanberra.com.au
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This tower is in a very isolated location and not accesible by public transport. It was very disappointing inside, as the interior of the tower is in much need of modernisation, and the view is hardly spectacular. And the coffee shop wasn't even open for business.
The admission fee is $4.40 which gives you access to 2 outdoor viewing platforms and 1 indoor.
Written Apr 12, 2006
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton
Phone: 1800 806 718
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From the top of the Telstra Tower (on Black Mountain) you get a great view of Canberra... It costs a bit to get to the top deck but the view is wonderful on a clear day. If you are interested in seeing a view of the city then this is a good location...if you'd prefer another place then go to Mt Ainslie instead.
The tower is open daily from 9 am to 10 pm and closed only on Christmas Day.
Updated Dec 5, 2005
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton
Phone: 1800 806715
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The Telstra Tower is where you must certainly have the best view of all Canberra - from the top of the hill/mountain looking down on the lake and valley. I think it's about $4 for adults to go to the observation deck.
Written Feb 28, 2005
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton
Phone: 1800 806 718
Website: http://www.awm.gov.au/
Telstra Tower is 195 tall and sits on Black Mountain, which is located about 5k out of the centre of town. Take the lift up to see the 360-degree views of Canberra and the countryside from the viewing platforms or the view gallery. You can go day or night – the views are still worth it. The entry fee is $3.30 for adults. It’s open daily 9am-10pm, 365 days a year
Besides being a viewing tower, it is functional in providing telecommunications for Canberra. In the lower level, an exhibition traces the history of Australian telecommunications from the earliest days into the 21st century with displays of old equipment and photographs.
Black Mountain also has a 50 hectare National Botanic Gardens with lots of hiking trails.
Tel: 02 6219 6111 or 1800 806 71
Written Jan 16, 2005
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton
Phone: 1800 806 718
Website: http://www.awm.gov.au/
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Telstra Tower is formerly known as Telecom Tower - The tower rises 195 metres above the summit of Black Mountain and has become a well known landmark in the city but it also provides state-of-the-art telecommunications facilities for the Capital.
The lower level of the Tower houses an exhibition tracing the history of Australian telecommunications. You can see old equipment and photographs.
Updated Aug 2, 2003
Address: Black Mountain Drive, Acton ACT 2601
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Black Mountain is probably best known for the Telstra Tower that sits on top of it and the National Botanic Gardens that cover 50 hectares on its slops.
The maze of tracks are popular with hikers with the slopes being planted entirely with native trees and plants.
Updated Aug 2, 2003
Address: Acton, ACT
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