Capital Hill Travel Guide
Canberra





Visit Capital Hill
Popular places to visit

Parliament House
Parliament House is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

National Gallery of Australia
You can browse the exhibits at National Gallery of Australia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Questacon
You can browse the exhibits at Questacon, a museum with a storied past, during your holiday in Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Old Parliament House
You can spend time studying the exhibits at Old Parliament House during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

National Library of Australia
After visiting National Library of Australia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

National Archives of Australia
After visiting National Archives of Australia, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Capital Hill

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
"Excellent all round. Management was exceptional."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026

Rydges Canberra
"I have stayed here so many times, always great"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026

Hotel Realm
"The BF was excellent buffet."
Reviewed on 25 May 2026

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
"Wonderful stay for business people or family alike."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
"Best hotel we've stayed in in Australia. Lovely 1920s building, helpful staff, attractive bar, good location for many sites and on a number of bus routes (Canberra is not a very pedestrian-friendly city). Only quibble would be that, as one of the, possibly the, leading hotel(s) in the Commonwealth ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026

Brassey Hotel
"We stayed 1 night in a Family room (2x adults & 2x teenages) and my parents in a separate room, it was excellent. Comfy beds and pillows, it was clean and spacious perfect for our stay. The staff were very friendly and helpful. The fact that parking was included in the price (as we had 2 cars) was ..."
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Capital Hill

Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Jerrabomberra Wetland Nature Reserve while you're in town.

Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.

Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Jerrabomberra Wetland Nature Reserve and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.

Griffith
Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.

Deakin
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.

City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
