Parkes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A modern building with a unique roof design and a large orange sculpture in front.
A building with columns and a sign that reads "Treasures Gallery".
A modern building with large windows and a tiled walkway.
A building with a flagpole, stairs, and banners.
An art gallery with wooden floors and purple walls.

Stay near popular Parkes attractions

A shopping mall interior with a prominent Questacon sign.
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Questacon

9.2/10 (503 reviews)
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.
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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 Parkes Hotel Deals

Canberra Accommodation Centre

Canberra Accommodation Centre

2 out of 5
210 Northbourne Ave Braddon ACT
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$113 per night from 21 Nov to 22 Nov
NZ$113
21 Nov - 22 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (333 reviews)
"good to have a sink in the room"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Canberra Accommodation Centre
ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

3 out of 5
203 Goyder Street Narrabundah ACT
The price is NZ$156 per night from 31 Oct to 1 Nov
NZ$156
31 Oct - 1 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this golf hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Cleaning really needs to be stepped up. In the rooms, the dining area carpets in the hallways"

Reviewed on 23 Oct 2026

ibis Styles Canberra
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is NZ$186 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$186
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
Rydges Canberra
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$191 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
NZ$191
1 Nov - 2 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Meriton Suites Canberra
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
The price is NZ$199 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
NZ$199
25 Oct - 26 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is NZ$208 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$208
22 Nov - 23 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,072 reviews)
"Was a lovely hotel and really enjoyed our stay. Amazing service and facilities"

Reviewed on 22 Oct 2026

Deco Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Parkes

Find the best Parkes areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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 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 multi-story building with a brick facade, large arched windows, and signage for businesses including a dental surgery and a bike shop.
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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 modern building with a unique triangular roof and a flagpole.

Queanbeyan

Visitors to Queanbeyan enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre is worth a stop.

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.

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