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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Garran
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Old and tired. Lights that would that were so bright they would inflict third degree burns. I recommend that you were welding goggles if you stay here. Other than than GREAT location.
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Novotel Canberra
Room was clean
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Rydges Canberra
Breakfast on the weekend was busy but while the hot food was replenished, not so the pastries. The breakfast ran from 7-10am on the weekend and we were there on both Sat and Sunday between 7.30 and 8.30am. We did not see any top up on either day. Kids were running around and someone had dropped food ...
Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Fantastic amenities, close to city, great nearby restaurants, rooms well appointed.
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
Deco Hotel
yes
Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Very comfortable and clean. Great location. Very quiet. Friendly staff. Only 4 minute walk to the Canberra Centre where you can also leave your car overnight. The only negative is the mini bar which was way too expensive. Would definitely stay again.
Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026
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.
Griffith
Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.
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.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and East Basin while you're in town.
