O'Connor Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Popular places to visit

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
Melbourne showing night scenes, heritage architecture and a city

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.

Lake Burley Griffin

Activities

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

NZ$75
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

NZ$75
per adult
Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course
Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

NZ$147
per adult
Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour
Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

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

NZ$68
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

NZ$41
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney

Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney

NZ$1,958
per adult
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney
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Our pick of the best O'Connor Hotel Deals

Alivio Tourist Park Canberra

Alivio Tourist Park Canberra

4 out of 5
20 Kunzea Street, O'Connor, ACT
The price is NZ$149 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
NZ$149
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly holiday park in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 outdoor pools. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (998 reviews)
"Great stay"

Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025

Alivio Tourist Park Canberra
One or Two rooms in house in O'Connor close to Civic, Dickson and Belconnen!

One or Two rooms in house in O'Connor close to Civic, Dickson and Belconnen!

O'Connor
The price is NZ$275 per night from 21 Aug to 22 Aug
NZ$275
21 Aug - 22 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this vacation home in Canberra. Enjoy a fitness center, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Canberra Centre and National Gallery of ...
2/10 (1 review)
"This property was an absolute disaster. It was old and shabby in the extreme. We had to leave immediately upon arrival as there was an awful smell inside. I discovered the source of the smell in a kitchen bin which had not been emptied. It contained a rotting dog bone and meat offcuts covered in ..."

Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025

One or Two rooms in house in O'Connor close to Civic, Dickson and Belconnen!
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is NZ$184 per night from 14 Aug to 15 Aug
NZ$184
14 Aug - 15 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,002 reviews)
"We've stayed here numerous times, it's our go-to for Canberra visits. The one-bedroom apartments are spacious, well equipped, clean and extremely comfortable and we always enjoy our stay. We've never dined in the restaurant but every now and then we'll order breakfast delivered to the room and it ..."

Reviewed on 7 Aug. 2025

Deco Hotel
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$166 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$166
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (865 reviews)
"Very central to what we needed to do."

Reviewed on 5 Aug. 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
QT Canberra

QT Canberra

4 out of 5
1 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$185 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
NZ$185
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"I had such a lovely stay at the Qt Canberra hotel! The staff were so friendly, the rooms were so nice, and the food was excellent! I would highly recommend staying here."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

QT Canberra
ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

3 out of 5
203 Goyder Street, Narrabundah, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$157 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
NZ$157
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Clean comfortable place to spend the night. Stayed for two nights with children to visit the surrounding area."

Reviewed on 4 Aug. 2025

ibis Styles Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around O'Connor

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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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Dickson

Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.

Dickson
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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 showing 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
Australian War Memorial showing 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
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City East

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

City East

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