Garran 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 notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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.

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.

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 acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Top hotels in Garran

Deco Hotel
Great room
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

ibis Styles Canberra
Over all Excellent experience.
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Rydges Canberra
Hot tub was good, the Sauna especially nice. Room was comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was good - it was good to have poached eggs as one option. The secure parking was ideal.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Yes
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025

Hotel Realm
The hotel was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Food was great but definitely on the more expensive side. The only thing I will say is as we were staying 2 nights we did ask the housekeeping person outside our room when we were leaving for the day to make up our room. She replaced towels, however ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Friendly staff comfortable beds great food
Reviewed on 11 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Garran

Phillip
Uncover some of the top draws of Phillip like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Canberra Nature Park or Red Hill Nature Reserve.

Deakin
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.

Forrest
Check out the restaurants, shopping and forests while spending some time in Forrest. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Manuka Shopping Centre or Manuka Oval.

Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.

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 National Archives of Australia might round out your trip.

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.
Garran Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- Canberra Hospital
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Centre
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Museum of Australia
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Convention Centre
- Questacon
- EPIC
- National Gallery of Australia
- Old Parliament House
- Manuka Oval
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Civic Square
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- National Hockey Centre
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Cockington Green Gardens
- National Capital Exhibition
- Royal Australian Mint
- High Court of Australia
