Dickson Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Stay near popular Dickson attractions

Dickson Shops

You can find the perfect gifts to bring home at Dickson Shops during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and lively bars in this family-friendly area.
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Activities

Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour. Hotel pickup available. (depending where).

NZ$73
per adult
Canberra Day Tour. Hotel pickup available. (depending where).
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 Dickson Hotel Deals

Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue Dickson ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$147 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$147
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,205 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 26 June 2026

Pavilion on Northbourne
Best Western Plus Canberra Central Apartments

Best Western Plus Canberra Central Apartments

3.5 out of 5
6 Hawdon Place Dickson ACT
The price is NZ$149 per night from 27 July to 28 July
NZ$149
27 July - 28 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Older facility, made up by friendly reception who helped with late check-in and after-hours check-out. Easy to access and secure parking. Clean and quiet room was perfectly fit for a quick business trip with desk set-up and separate lounge. Super comfortable bed and good shower. Will stay again."

Reviewed on 22 June 2026

Best Western Plus Canberra Central Apartments
Quality Hotel Dickson

Quality Hotel Dickson

4 out of 5
Corner Cape & Badham St. Dickson ACT
The price is NZ$164 per night from 19 July to 20 July
NZ$164
19 July - 20 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great process and great location. Outdoor carpark very tight"

Reviewed on 24 June 2026

Quality Hotel Dickson
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson

4 out of 5
45 Dooring Street Dickson ACT
The price is NZ$146 per night from 26 July to 27 July
NZ$146
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

3 out of 5
203 Goyder Street Narrabundah ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$146 per night from 3 July to 4 July
NZ$146
3 July - 4 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Did not like it, not worth the price"

Reviewed on 29 June 2026

ibis Styles Canberra
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is NZ$171 per night from 5 July to 6 July
NZ$171
5 July - 6 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,058 reviews)
"A nice and quiet place to stay in the centre of Canberra. Great place to base yourself to explore the Australian Capital"

Reviewed on 28 June 2026

Deco Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Dickson

Find the best Dickson 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 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 Belconnen Arts Centre 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
Open Photo by James Pudney

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.

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