City East Travel Guide
Canberra



Popular places to visit

Canberra Centre
During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Civic Square
You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

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.

Australian National University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums 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.
Top hotels in City East

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Nice and handy to everything in Canberra. Room was clean.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Meriton Suites Canberra
Great location, super helpful staff. We enjoyed the pool and spa, will definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
Nice, functional and friendly hotel, well placed in Canberra. I had two excellent nights’ sleep here!
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Nesuto Canberra
Great location walking distance to CBD and restaurant. Room was clean and a good size with a small kitchen. Only down fall was our AC wasn’t working so a fan was offered.
Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026

Quest Canberra City Walk
Clean Room , friendly staff
Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026

Little Drifter Canberra
Good
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
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
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.

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 Questacon.

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.
