Canberra City Centre Travel Guide
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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.
National Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Convention Centre during your trip to Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Civic Square
You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Theatre Centre
Enjoy a show at Canberra Theatre Centre, a popular theatre in Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Museum and Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Canberra Museum and Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Glebe Park
Glebe Park 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.
Activities
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Our pick of the best Canberra City Centre Hotel Deals
Meriton Suites Canberra
Excellent apartment in Canberra - central but quiet area. Very comfortable and great sleep. There was a small issue when we arrived but the receptionist dealt with it brilliantly. Excellent service,as always, from Meriton.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location’ central to all essential needs. Comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Novotel Canberra
The check was efficient. Room clean. I liked the towels folded on the bed
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Very modern clean hotel. Dog friendly . No car park on site. Need to pay for car park. Fr for a short stay
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
The staff were very helpful and courteous.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Chose for: self parking on site, self service laundry, free continental brekki and of course location (near tram line and so close to some amazing restaurants) Plus the price was great and as our studio room had kitchenette it was just A+
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Canberra City Centre
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
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.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or Questacon.
Barton
Barton 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.
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.
Canberra City Centre Travel Guide
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