Manuka Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Manuka Shopping Centre featuring autumn colours
Manuka Shopping Centre showing street scenes and autumn leaves
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Popular places to visit

Manuka Shopping Centre showing street scenes and autumn leaves

Manuka Shopping Centre

Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.

Manuka Shopping Centre
Parliament House

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.

Parliament House
National Gallery of Australia which includes interior views

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.

National Gallery of Australia
Australian War Memorial

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.

Australian War Memorial
Questacon

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.

Questacon
National Museum of Australia which includes interior views

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.

National Museum of Australia

Activities

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

NZ$43
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

NZ$73
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

NZ$78
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

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

NZ$70
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

NZ$24
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

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
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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
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$203 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$203
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"It was great over a stop over in Canberra. The staff provided excellent service at front desk and the restaurant."

Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025

Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
East Hotel

East Hotel

4.5 out of 5
69 Canberra Avenue, Griffith, ACT
The price is NZ$250 per night from 11 Oct to 12 Oct
NZ$250
11 Oct - 12 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean room, staff and area"

Reviewed on 28 Sept 2025

East Hotel
Pinnacle Apartments

Pinnacle Apartments

4 out of 5
11 Ovens Street, Griffith, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$214 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$214
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,576 reviews)
"Well located close to shops, well presented. Very clean, shame the bed was so small."

Reviewed on 29 Sept 2025

Pinnacle Apartments
Manuka Park Apartments

Manuka Park Apartments

4 out of 5
1 Oxley St Griffith, Griffith, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$186 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$186
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,073 reviews)
Accessible family stay
"Great location, short walk to the shops and pub for a great meal. We had a 2 bedroom accessible apartment on the ground floor. Just enough space for 4 adults Full kitchen, very well equipped, plus a washer and dryer The bedrooms dont really offer enough circulation space if you are a full time wheelchair ..."

Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025

Manuka Park Apartments
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments

Oxley Court Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
9 Dawes Street, Griffith, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$188 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$188
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (587 reviews)
"It was a big apartment, comfortable and clean. Definitely going back next time we are in Canberra 👍"

Reviewed on 22 Sept 2025

Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Kingston

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Kingston

3.5 out of 5
11 Giles Street, Griffith, ACT
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$211 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
NZ$211
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a fitness center, and parking (surcharge). Popular attractions National Gallery ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (870 reviews)
"Lovely garden and a quiet stay. The rooms were exceptionally clean and spacious. The indoor pool was much enjoyed by the kids"

Reviewed on 20 June 2025

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Kingston
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Other neighbourhoods around Manuka

Kingston which includes a bridge and modern architecture

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.

Kingston
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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
Parliament House which includes an administrative building

Capital Hill

4.5/5(1,004 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Capital Hill. A stop by Parliament House or National Archives of Australia might round out your trip.

Capital Hill
National Portrait Gallery showing art and modern architecture

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.

Parkes
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Narrabundah

Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Capital Public Golf Course and The Cusack Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Narrabundah
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Fyshwick

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

Fyshwick

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