Commonwealth Place

Commonwealth Place is a landscaped public plaza and parkland on the southern shore of Lake Burley Griffin in Parkes, Canberra, within the Parliamentary Triangle. Developed by the National Capital Authority and opened around 2001-2002, it forms part of Walter Burley Griffin's plan for the capital. It is notable for its lakeside forecourt, Speakers Square, exhibition pavilion, and direct views to the National Library, Parliament House and Black Mountain.

Visitors can expect an open, paved lakeside plaza with lawns, terraces and waterfront promenade on Lake Burley Griffin. The area includes Speakers Square, the Commonwealth Place Pavilion with exhibitions, Reconciliation Place artworks extending to the east, and seating overlooking the lake. Surroundings are flat and park-like with views across the lake to the National Museum and Black Mountain, and south to Parliament House and the National Library. It is an open public space for walking, photography and informal gatherings.