O'Connor 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
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best O'Connor Hotel Deals
Alivio Tourist Park Canberra
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
One or Two rooms in house in O'Connor close to Civic, Dickson and Belconnen!
Reviewed on 21 Apr. 2025
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Reviewed on 20 Jul. 2025
Rydges Canberra
Reviewed on 23 Jul. 2025
Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Pavilion on Northbourne
Reviewed on 22 Jul. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around O'Connor
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
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