Canberra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in Canberra

Find the best Canberra areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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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.

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Kingston

Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town.

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Braddon

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Ainslie Arts Centre or Gorman Arts Centre might round out your trip.

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Barton

Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Merchant Navy Memorial while you're in town.

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Capital Hill

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Capital Hill. A stop by Parliament House or Old Parliament House might round out your trip.

Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is 2.560.926 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
2.560.926 ₫
2.817.019 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Rydges Canberra
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
The price is 2.586.181 ₫ per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
2.586.181 ₫
2.844.799 ₫ total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,123 reviews)
"The pet friendly room was perfect for our stay! Good size room, modern interior, clean and quiet. I would be happy to stay again."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is 2.665.966 ₫ per night from 18 Sept to 19 Sept
2.665.966 ₫
2.932.563 ₫ total
18 Sept - 19 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
Avenue Hotel Canberra
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The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,123 reviews)
"The pet friendly room was perfect for our stay! Good size room, modern interior, clean and quiet. I would be happy to stay again."

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street Canberra ACT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (528 reviews)
"Great location, shame the sauna was not working during our stay"

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Meriton Suites Canberra
Abode Belconnen

Abode Belconnen

4.5 out of 5
3 Grazier Lane Belconnen ACT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (724 reviews)
"Property is a great, facility is amazing. Be warned about fire alarm that can activated in the middle of the night and evacuate."

Reviewed on 13 Aug 2026

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Stay near popular Canberra attractions

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Parliament House

9.0/10 (2,862 reviews)
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.
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Cities near Canberra

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Sutton

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