Dickson 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 acclaimed art galleries 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.
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.
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 Dickson
Pavilion on Northbourne
"Did not have breakfast therefore no comment"
Reviewed on 26 May 2026
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
"The parking was being redone upon my stay but other than that everything was pretty well catered for your needs"
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Best Western Plus Canberra Central Apartments
"Clean rooms. Lots of secured parking."
Reviewed on 28 May 2026
Quality Hotel Dickson
"Friendly staff, access to the club excellent for drinks, meal, breakfast, only a short walk down to the Dickson interchange for the light rail, plus all the other restaurants around Dickson. Great parking, too. Rooms are on the bigger side and quiet. Love staying here when we visit Canberra."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
"Excellent all round. Management was exceptional."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
"Pet friendly polite. Central location"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dickson
Watson
Watson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Majura Nature Reserve and Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve.
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.
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.
