Watson Travel Guide
Canberra
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.
Australian War Memorial
You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Australian War Memorial during your travels in Canberra. Visit the shops 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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Watson
ibis budget Canberra
Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Canberra Carotel Motel
Thank you very much. Staff were friendly and helpful.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025
Red Cedars Motel
Cheap but reasonable
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
everything and everybody were on their best
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Canberra
Loved it was friendly quiet and for the price of our stay it couldn't have been more pleasent
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location’ central to all essential needs. Comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Watson
Dickson
Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
Bruce
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.
