Canberra City Centre Travel Guide

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A panoramic view of a city with a river, mountains, and a forested area.
A swan on a calm lake at sunset with a silhouette of a city skyline in the background.
A modern building interior with a staircase and wooden slats on the walls.
A row of international flags on flagpoles against a backdrop of autumn trees.
A bridge over a calm river, surrounded by trees and greenery.

Stay near popular Canberra City Centre attractions

A lakeside urban area with modern buildings, a sports field, and surrounding hills.

Canberra Centre

8.8/10 (3,794 reviews)
During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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Activities

Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour, All Major Attractions, Some Hotel Pickups

NZ$84
per adult
Canberra Day Tour, All Major Attractions, Some Hotel Pickups
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

NZ$46
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Beautiful view of the Canberra in Australia

Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney

NZ$230
per adult
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

NZ$73
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

NZ$73
per adult
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

NZ$84
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
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Our pick of the best Canberra City Centre Hotel Deals

The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$171 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$171
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,097 reviews)
"I obviously checked in on a bad day, the first room we had was dirty, the second room we had not been cleaned accepted the bed was made. Informed reception staff that the toilet seat was up and had faeces in the toilet.The shower screen was dirty, the bins were full and the kitchen sink had coffee ..."

Reviewed on 8 July 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$1,139 per night from 29 July to 30 July
NZ$1,139
29 July - 30 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (505 reviews)
"Very convenient especially with kids"

Reviewed on 10 July 2026

Meriton Suites Canberra
QT Canberra

QT Canberra

4 out of 5
6 Marcus Clarke St Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$171 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
NZ$171
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,002 reviews)
"Convenient for the event that was in the same hotel"

Reviewed on 5 July 2026

QT Canberra
Novotel Canberra

Novotel Canberra

4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$202 per night from 25 July to 26 July
NZ$202
25 July - 26 July
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! (1,002 reviews)
"Spacious room. The most comfortable bed we have ever slept (overslept) on. Great breakfast. Fabulous pool and gym facilities. So close to city shopping centre. Couldn’t ask for more."

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Novotel Canberra
Madison Capital Executive Apartments

Madison Capital Executive Apartments

3.5 out of 5
108 Northbourne Ave Braddon ACT
The price is NZ$143 per night from 24 July to 25 July
NZ$143
24 July - 25 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,006 reviews)
"Large clean rooms, a very basic breakfast"

Reviewed on 9 July 2026

Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is NZ$231 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$231
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,003 reviews)
"💯 would recommend"

Reviewed on 7 July 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Our guide on where to stay in Canberra City Centre

Find the best Canberra City Centre areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Canberra City Centre
Learn more about Canberra City Centre
A park with a hexagonal fence, trees, and a distant tower.

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.

A red brick building with large arched windows and a sign that says "For Lease".

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.

A cityscape with a large lake, modern buildings, and distant mountains.

Belconnen

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

A large Ferris wheel with colorful lights at night, surrounded by a field of purple and blue flowers.
Photo by James Pudney
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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.

A calm lake with a tall tower reflecting on the water, surrounded by trees and a bridge in the background.

Barton

Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Merchant Navy Memorial while you're in town.

Canberra City Centre Travel Guide

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