City East Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Stay near popular City East 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

Beautiful view of the Canberra in Australia

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

NZ$228
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, no entry fees.

NZ$83
per adult
Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, no entry fees.
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

NZ$46
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

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

NZ$72
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$83
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

NZ$72
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage
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Our pick of the best City East Hotel Deals

The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$184 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
NZ$184
30 Aug - 31 Aug
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! (1,125 reviews)
"Comfortable stay"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$1,122 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$1,122
6 Sept - 7 Sept
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! (531 reviews)
"Roomy rooms great kitchen ldy"

Reviewed on 22 Aug 2026

Meriton Suites Canberra
A by Adina Canberra

A by Adina Canberra

4.5 out of 5
1 Constitution Ave Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$260 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$260
28 Aug - 29 Aug
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 property ...
A by Adina Canberra
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

4 out of 5
1 Binara Street Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$216 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
NZ$216
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,003 reviews)
"Outside parking for oversized cars which is great when travelling to the snow with all our gear"

Reviewed on 17 Aug 2026

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
Nesuto Canberra

Nesuto Canberra

3.5 out of 5
2 Akuna Street Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$172 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$172
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very good! (1,885 reviews)
"It was a good stay. Good location and the room was very well equipped"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Nesuto Canberra
Quest Canberra City Walk

Quest Canberra City Walk

4.5 out of 5
240 City Walk Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$173 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
NZ$173
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (794 reviews)
"Kitchen in studio appartments was great. Parking was a bonus but limited so book a space … but you would not want a large car."

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Quest Canberra City Walk
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Our guide on where to stay in City East

Find the best City East areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A panoramic view of a city with a river, mountains, and a forested area.

Canberra City Centre

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.

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 Ainslie Arts Centre or Gorman Arts Centre might round out your trip.

A large Ferris wheel with colorful lights at night, surrounded by a field of purple and blue flowers.
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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 modern building with a unique triangular roof and a flagpole.

Queanbeyan

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

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