McKellar 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.

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 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.

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 McKellar

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Comfortable basic motel in Forrest. Clean, comfortable bed, well located just 10 minutes walk to Manuka and restaurants. Supplied some crockery and cutlery which was useful.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
I enjoyed my stay here for work. It was comfortable and all amenities were there. Close to everything in the heart of ACT. I would stay there again without hesitation
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Deco Hotel
Great property, central to all attractions
Reviewed on 12 May 2026

Rydges Canberra
This hotel is now getting a little dated. My shower wa pretty old. The reality is that it was cheap to stay here and for the cost it was excellent. I am happy to have affordable nice accomodation. At the end of the day it is somewhere to sleep. The breakfast was dry md pretty ordinary.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Pubic hair in toilet. Toilet behind toilet seat did not look like it had been cleaned.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026

Pavilion on Northbourne
Great value option close to city with light rail stop outside. Very clean and comfortable for a one or two night stay.
Reviewed on 13 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around McKellar

Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Belconnen Arts Centre or Bimbi Beach while you're exploring the area.

Hawker
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Hawker. You might consider stopping by The Pinnacle Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Gungahlin
Unique features of Gungahlin include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Mulanggari Grasslands Nature Reserve or Gungahlin Leisure Centre while you're exploring the area.

Dickson
Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.

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.

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.
