Dickson Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Australian National University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Parliament House
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.
Australian War Memorial
Canberra has placed the remembrance of its fallen servicemen at the heart of the capital. Gain some understanding at the adjacent ANZAC Hall museum.
National Gallery of Australia
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.
Questacon
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.
Activities
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
National Museum of Australia: Ultimate Museum Experience
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay
Our pick of the best Dickson Hotel Deals
Pavilion on Northbourne
Clean and great service buffet breakfast good enough
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Canberra Parklands Central
Amazing stay! Only thing was the bed, you can feel the single bed mattress in the middle of the bed
Reviewed on 22 Apr 2026
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
The parking was being redone upon my stay but other than that everything was pretty well catered for your needs
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Quality Hotel Dickson
Spacious room with an abundance of surfaces for our luggage and bags. Close to supermarkets and fast food.
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Enchanting Tiny Home in Vibrant Dickson
Cute little tiny house. Great location.
Reviewed on 3 Sept 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
We had a wonderful stay, everything was easy; access, parking, facilities. My mother has limited mobility and we found it easy to navigate to and from the apartment, as well as inside. We will definitely stay here again the next time we are in Canberra
Reviewed on 9 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Dickson
Watson
Watson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Majura Nature Reserve and Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve.
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.
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
Acton
Unique features of Acton include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by CSIRO Discovery Centre or National Museum of Australia while you're exploring the area.
