Duntroon Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit

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.

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.

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.

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.

National Museum of Australia
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.

Lake Burley Griffin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.
Activities

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Our pick of the best Duntroon Hotel Deals

ibis Styles Canberra
Convenient location
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
It was a nice and clean room
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Deco Hotel
Lovely room. Very helpful staff
Reviewed on 2 Nov 2025

Rydges Canberra
Clean rooms, fresh air, showers clean and very quiet.
Reviewed on 7 Nov 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Nice hotel for an overnight stay. Only downside was parking availability but parking is validated at a location about 10 mins walk away.
Reviewed on 5 Nov 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Room was very clean All amenities were spotless Very happy with our stay
Reviewed on 4 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Duntroon

Fyshwick
Travellers like the museums in Fyshwick, and Lake Burley Griffin is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.

Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.

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.

City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

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.


