City West Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
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Popular places to visit

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Parliament House

4.5/5(872 reviews)

There are few parliaments that have such a dramatic view as Australia's second parliament to house its elected politicians, and so few that let the public in.

Parliament House
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Australian War Memorial

5/5(1,044 reviews)

Canberra has placed the remembrance of its fallen servicemen at the heart of the capital. Gain some understanding at the adjacent ANZAC Hall museum.

Australian War Memorial
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National Museum of Australia

4.5/5(659 reviews)

A daring and innovative museum that looks at the social history of a nation whose 'two tales' have intertwined, to produce the fascinating artefacts on display.

National Museum of Australia
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Questacon

4.5/5(448 reviews)

The Questacon lets you walk on the wild side of science and technology, with over 200 exhibits tailored to get your heart pounding and your brain doing somersaults.

Questacon
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National Gallery of Australia

4.5/5(871 reviews)

The styles may be wide-ranging, and the content globe-spanning, but the National Gallery takes most pride in its stunning collections of native Australian art.

National Gallery of Australia
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National Dinosaur Museum

4/5(108 reviews)

Get to know the giants of prehistoric times at this interesting and educational museum, packed with displays about the unique history of the Australian continent.

National Dinosaur Museum

Activities

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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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Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

NZ$246
Per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
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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: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour

NZ$182
Per adult
Canberra: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour
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Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney

NZ$1,926
Per adult
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney
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Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

NZ$64
Per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best City West Hotel Deals

Quest Canberra
Quest Canberra
4 out of 5
Melbourne Building 28 West Row, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$158 per night from 23 Jun to 24 Jun
NZ$158
per night
23 Jun - 24 Jun
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, room service, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions Canberra Centre and ...
8/10 Very Good! (512 reviews)
"A little noisy with outside activity early in the morning and the lift was inoperative but apart from that the hotel was fine."

Reviewed on 30 Apr. 2024

Quest Canberra
QT Canberra
QT Canberra
4 out of 5
1 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$194 per night from 30 May to 31 May
NZ$194
per night
30 May - 31 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)
"Most things were ok. The exhaust system in the bathroom though was terrible. Everytime I showered the mirrors were left with a thick film of vapour that took ages to disappear. There’s a fair bit of noise during the day from the work nearby. Mostly tolerable. The reception staff were mostly ok."

Reviewed on 26 May 2024

QT Canberra
Novotel Canberra
Novotel Canberra
4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$174 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
NZ$174
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! (984 reviews)
"Very happy"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Novotel Canberra
Ovolo Nishi
Ovolo Nishi
4 out of 5
25 Edinburgh Ave, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$213 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
NZ$213
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star boutique hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
A hidden gem
"Hotel is amazing and overall the service, the room, the food was exceptional. Definitely recommend it"

Reviewed on 24 May 2024

Ovolo Nishi
Peppers Gallery Hotel
Peppers Gallery Hotel
4.5 out of 5
15 Edinburgh Avenue, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$194 per night from 14 Jun to 15 Jun
NZ$194
per night
14 Jun - 15 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
"Beautiful place to stay. One of my favourites in Canberra."

Reviewed on 3 Mar. 2024

Peppers Gallery Hotel
BreakFree Capital Tower
BreakFree Capital Tower
3.5 out of 5
2 Marcus Clarke Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$215 per night from 19 Jun to 20 Jun
NZ$215
per night
19 Jun - 20 Jun
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,127 reviews)
"Property getting a bit tired, but great location."

Reviewed on 8 Apr. 2024

BreakFree Capital Tower
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Other neighbourhoods around City West

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Canberra City Centre

4/5(1,992 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
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Acton

Unique features of Acton include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by National Museum of Australia or Lake Burley Griffin while you're exploring the area.

Acton
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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.

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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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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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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

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