Dickson Travel 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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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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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 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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Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

NZ$203
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
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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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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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Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

NZ$54
Per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
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Private Canberra Scenes Tour From Sydney

NZ$1,502
Per adult
Private Canberra Scenes Tour From Sydney
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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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Our pick of the best Dickson Hotel Deals

Pavilion on Northbourne
Pavilion on Northbourne
4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is NZ$130 per night from 12 May to 13 May
NZ$130
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,222 reviews)
ANZAC
"Beautiful choice as we wanted to attend the early morning dawn service for the ANZAC day and later to watch the parade"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Pavilion on Northbourne
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
4 out of 5
45 Dooring Street, Dickson, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$177 per night from 1 May to 2 May
NZ$177
per night
1 May - 2 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, onsite parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
Nice overnight stay
"Comfortable, but compact room with a balcony. Short drive or tram ride to the CBD and walkable to eatery options."

Reviewed on 20 Apr. 2024

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
Canberra Parklands Central
Canberra Parklands Central
3.5 out of 5
6 Hawdon Place, Dickson, ACT
The price is NZ$145 per night from 27 May to 28 May
NZ$145
per night
27 May - 28 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Popular attractions Australian War Memorial and ...
7.8/10 Good! (998 reviews)
"It was very quiet and I slept like a log every night. No traffic noise."

Reviewed on 1 Apr. 2024

Canberra Parklands Central
Quality Hotel Dickson
Quality Hotel Dickson
4 out of 5
Corner Cape & Badham St., Dickson, ACT
The price is NZ$177 per night from 19 May to 20 May
NZ$177
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Fantastic place to stay. Provided with a temporary members card for the club for discounts on meals and drinks. Formal and informal dining options were great. Beds comfortable, pillows good, linen a bit rough and scratchy. Included breakfast great, could do with an option other than eggs or toast ..."

Reviewed on 25 Apr. 2024

Quality Hotel Dickson
Deco Hotel
Deco Hotel
4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is NZ$172 per night from 5 May to 6 May
NZ$172
per night
5 May - 6 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast, and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in our reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"It’s a great hotel"

Reviewed on 26 Apr. 2024

Deco Hotel
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 24 May to 25 May
NZ$196
per night
24 May - 25 May
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Located in the heart of the city, everything was in walking distance with a large shopping centre nearby making it super easy for us to get around. Room size was generous for a family of 4 and whilst the facilities are a little run down, it was still clean and offered all of the amenities and needs ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr. 2024

Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Dickson

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Lyneham

Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre while you're exploring the area.

Lyneham
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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
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
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

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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Bruce

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.

Bruce
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Barton

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

Barton

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