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.
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 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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Dickson
Pavilion on Northbourne
Great breakfast, nice vibe in the pavilion area.
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Canberra Parklands Central
Safe parking area and friendly/helpful staff
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Quality Hotel Dickson
Very good location, close to the Tradies Club and other shops like Coles, Woolworths and other dining options. Rooms were comfortable and clean as well as quiet.
Reviewed on 18 Apr 2026
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
Decent amenities, professional staff. Ease of access to the tramlines.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Rydges Canberra
Underground car park had a very low concrete beam scraped paint off our car roof we had no way of avoiding it mattresses had no bed protection
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Everything was great
Reviewed on 17 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dickson
Watson
Watson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve and Mount Majura Nature Reserve.
Braddon
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Canberra Contemporary Art Space or Ainslie 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.
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.
