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 spas 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Australian War Memorial
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Australian War Memorial during your travels in Canberra. Visit the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants 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.
National Museum of Australia
You can browse the exhibits at National Museum of Australia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Lake Burley Griffin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.
Top hotels in City East
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Reviewed on 3 Oct 2025
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
Reviewed on 1 Oct 2025
Meriton Suites Canberra
Reviewed on 2 Oct 2025
Quest Canberra City Walk
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Little Drifter Canberra
Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025
A by Adina Canberra
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City East
Northern Canberra
Northern Canberra is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Canberra Museum and Gallery and Civic Square, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Canberra.
Canberra City Centre
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Canberra City Centre. A stop by Canberra Museum and Gallery or Canberra Theatre Centre might round out your trip.
Braddon
Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Braddon. Make a stop by top sights like Canberra Contemporary Art Space while you're exploring the area.
Acton
Unique features of Acton include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by CSIRO Discovery Centre or National Museum of Australia while you're exploring the area.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.
Campbell
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Campbell. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian War Memorial or Anzac Parade.
City East Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Canberra Centre
- National Convention Centre
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- Civic Square
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- Canberra Merry-Go-Round
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- National Gallery of Australia
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- Questacon
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Australian Institute of Sport
- National Museum of Australia
- Lake Burley Griffin
- EPIC
- Manuka Oval
- Old Parliament House
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Tulip Top Gardens
- Royal Australian Mint
