Canberra City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Canberra Centre

4.5/5(1,597 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.

Canberra Centre
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National Convention Centre

4/5(111 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in National Convention Centre during your trip to Canberra. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

National Convention Centre
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Civic Square

4/5(448 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Civic Square
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Canberra Theatre Centre

4/5(79 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Canberra Theatre Centre, a popular theatre in Canberra. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Canberra Theatre Centre
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Canberra Museum and Gallery

4.5/5(41 reviews)

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.

Canberra Museum and Gallery
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Glebe Park

4/5(15 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at Glebe Park, a lovely green space in Canberra. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Glebe Park

Activities

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Canberra: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour

NZ$182
Per adult
Canberra: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour
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From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

NZ$263
Per adult
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
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LGBTQIA+ History Walking Tour

NZ$54
Per adult
LGBTQIA+ History Walking Tour
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Full Day Private Shore Tour in Canberra

NZ$497
Per adult
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Canberra
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Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

NZ$263
Per adult
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
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Canberra Scavenger Hunt: ART In Canberra, ACT

NZ$20
Per adult
Canberra Scavenger Hunt: ART In Canberra, ACT
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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$167 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$167
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (568 reviews)
"Loved the can do attitude of this hotel and all its staff Fabulous location to all necessary needs Highly recommended"

Reviewed on 8 May 2024

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is NZ$193 per night from 26 May to 27 May
NZ$193
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"We’ve always stayed here for comfort and convenience. Whilst this is still our preferred city motel in Canberra I feel a few things have dropped off. The pillows are not so comfy. The basic room used to have a Nespresso and nice products in the bathroom whereas now they don’t. I’ve been a little ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$196 per night from 31 May to 1 Jun
NZ$196
per night
31 May - 1 Jun
Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Architecture & Cleanliness. The friendliness of staff and genuine interest in customer comfort is unequalled. Crowne Plaza: “Congratulations”. Sheb, our Head Waiter at breakfast, was Excellent!!! Sheb, from Val (& Ray): “Thank you”. 🤗"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
3.5 out of 5
108 Northbourne Ave, Braddon, ACT
The price is NZ$182 per night from 22 May to 23 May
NZ$182
per night
22 May - 23 May
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy a conference center, daily housekeeping, and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Nearly everything I needed was supplied . There was only one cup and no waste bin but otherwise it was great. The bed was comfortable, TV and heating worked well. It was much better than expected for the price. I will definitely stay there again."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Madison Capital Executive Apartments
QT Canberra
QT Canberra
4 out of 5
1 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$196 per night from 17 May to 18 May
NZ$196
per night
17 May - 18 May
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the bar ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Hand location"

Reviewed on 9 May 2024

QT Canberra
Novotel Canberra
Novotel Canberra
4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$167 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$167
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the pool in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (998 reviews)
Canberra Trip
"Well located property close to Civic's conveniences shops cafes and restaurants. Convenient to transport by bus to and from the football. Not 5 star but probably 3.5 or 4 star. It suited us for a 3 night stay with friends at a reasonable price."

Reviewed on 29 Apr. 2024

Novotel Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Canberra City Centre

Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Northern Canberra

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Northern Canberra
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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
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Barton

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

Barton
Parliament House showing an administrative building

Capital Hill

4.5/5(1,004 area reviews)

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.

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Dickson

Uncover some of the top draws of Dickson like its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre.

Dickson
Melbourne showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Yarralumla

Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Lake Burley Griffin or Albert Hall while you're exploring the area.

Yarralumla

Canberra City Centre Travel Guide

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