Manuka Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

An outdoor cafe with a green awning and a tiled roof, surrounded by potted plants and trees with autumn foliage.
A park with benches, trees, and parked cars.
Three layered desserts with whipped cream and toppings on a wooden table.
A parking lot with cars, a bicycle, and a building with a sign that says "Motto".
A modern building with a 'coles' sign, surrounded by trees and a landscaped garden.

Stay near popular Manuka attractions

Manuka Shopping Centre

8.6/10 (442 reviews)
Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.
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Activities

Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, All free entry

NZ$81
per adult
Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, All free entry
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

NZ$49
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$212
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour

Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour

NZ$75
per adult
Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

NZ$86
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Riverside Canberra Stargazing Tour with Astronomer

Riverside Canberra Stargazing Tour with Astronomer

NZ$114
per adult
Riverside Canberra Stargazing Tour with Astronomer
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Our pick of the best Manuka Hotel Deals

Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra

Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra

4 out of 5
2 Hely St. cnr. Canberra Ave. Griffith ACT
The price is NZ$188 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
NZ$188
18 Oct - 19 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in ...
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
East Hotel

East Hotel

4.5 out of 5
69 Canberra Avenue Griffith ACT
The price is NZ$241 per night from 16 Oct to 17 Oct
NZ$241
16 Oct - 17 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Easy convenient clean well located"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

East Hotel
Pinnacle Apartments

Pinnacle Apartments

4 out of 5
11 Ovens Street Griffith ACT
The price is NZ$178 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
NZ$178
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Pinnacle Apartments
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments

Oxley Court Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
9 Dawes Street Griffith ACT
The price is NZ$198 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
NZ$198
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (632 reviews)
"Friendly check-in, great parking. Walking distnce to Manuka and Kingston"

Reviewed on 1 Oct 2026

Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
Manuka Park Apartments

Manuka Park Apartments

4 out of 5
1 Oxley St Griffith Griffith ACT
The price is NZ$265 per night from 30 Oct to 31 Oct
NZ$265
30 Oct - 31 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,095 reviews)
"The room was clean and basic amenities (washing machine, dryer, fridge etc) Bedding and sheets were good. The bathroom- shower had mold The heater for the bedroom didn't work, however there were other bedding available to help on the chilly nights. Great stay, thank you"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Manuka Park Apartments
Griffith Apartment | Prime Location+Courtyard+Gym

Griffith Apartment | Prime Location+Courtyard+Gym

Griffith Australian Capital Territory
The price is NZ$370 per night from 22 Oct to 23 Oct
NZ$370
22 Oct - 23 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a water park and a fitness centre. Popular attractions Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre are located ...
Griffith Apartment | Prime Location+Courtyard+Gym
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Our guide on where to stay in Manuka

Find the best Manuka areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Manuka
Learn more about Manuka
A modern tower by a lake with autumn foliage.

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 multi-story building with a brick facade, large arched windows, and signage for businesses including a dental surgery and a bike shop.
Photo by TM
Open Photo by TM

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 Canberra Contemporary Art Space might round out your trip.

A building with a tiled roof and a glass storefront.

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 city skyline with modern high-rise buildings and a body of water in the foreground.

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 memorial wall with red poppies and a statue of a man in a suit.
Photo by Lisa Liza
Open Photo by Lisa Liza

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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