Canberra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Parliament House which includes an administrative building and landscape views
Parliament House which includes an administrative building and landscape views
National Arboretum Canberra which includes landscape views and tranquil scenes
Parliament House featuring an administrative building
Acton featuring modern architecture and a city

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Where to stay in Canberra

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Canberra City Centre

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Canberra City Centre
Kingston showing modern architecture and a bridge

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.

Kingston
Braddon showing landscape views, a sunset and a small town or village

Braddon

Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Braddon. Make a stop by top sights like Canberra Contemporary Art Space while you're exploring the area.

Braddon
Panoramic view of Belconnen town centre looking across Lake Ginninderra on a sunny day in Canberra, the capital of Australia

Belconnen

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

Belconnen
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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.

Narrabundah
Parliament house Canberra Australia at Sunset

Queanbeyan

Visitors to Queanbeyan enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre is worth a stop.

Queanbeyan
Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is 1.748.637 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
1.748.637 ₫
1.923.501 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
The room was good with everything we needed and a good layout. Good size fridge and comfy chairs and bed

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is 2.485.147 ₫ per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
2.485.147 ₫
2.733.754 ₫ total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.8/10 Good! (891 reviews)
Terrific staff attitude and keenness to help!

Reviewed on 22 Feb 2026

Rydges Canberra
Novotel Canberra

Novotel Canberra

4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT
The price is 2.604.535 ₫ per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
2.604.535 ₫
2.864.989 ₫ total
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,004 reviews)
Just fine. Location and Breakfast are the best parts. There was a big queue when I arrived so I did the self check-in but it didn't really work and ended up back down at the desk. Could be improved especially with the information you would normally get at check in with a person (e.g. Breakfast time ...

Reviewed on 16 Feb 2026

Novotel Canberra
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The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
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

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street Canberra ACT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (436 reviews)
excellant

Reviewed on 21 Feb 2026

Meriton Suites Canberra
Abode Belconnen

Abode Belconnen

4.5 out of 5
3 Grazier Lane Belconnen ACT
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
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Popular places to visit

Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling

Parliament House

4.5/5(17 reviews)

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.

Parliament House
Belconnen Town Centre

Canberra Centre

4/5(11 reviews)

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.

Canberra Centre
The University of Melbourne with Old Arts Clock-tower

Australian National University

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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 National University
Australian War Memorial showing a pond and heritage architecture

Australian War Memorial

5/5(14 reviews)

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.

Australian War Memorial
Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch

Lake Burley Griffin

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Lake Burley Griffin
National Gallery of Australia showing interior views

National Gallery of Australia

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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.

National Gallery of Australia

Reviews of Canberra

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5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

There are a lot of free exhibitions and children’s activities. We particularly enjoyed the National Gallery where my children participated in weaving jewellery and drawing. The Questacon was also a highlight.

5/5 - Excellent

Verified traveller

Lots of things to do with kids!

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Mount Stromlo Observatory featuring signage

Stromlo

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