Symonston Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Australian National University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Canberra Centre
During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
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.
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
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Our pick of the best Symonston Hotel Deals
Sundown Villas
Freshly renovated bathroom with hot shower and good pressure. Basic kitchen with everything we needed. Quiet place with picnic table near our room. Parking a few steps from our room but this made it peaceful.
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Canberra Holiday Village
Shower was not the best. One minute ok then went cold then boiling hot. Had to be careful not to get burnt. Couch not comfortable Bed was good
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Rydges Canberra
Nice hot bath, dry sauna, and nice gym and pool are located in the same area and easy to access. Staff were friendly. Parking are easy to access to the hotel rooms.
Reviewed on 27 Mar 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
It was a bit difficult to find and with no parking we did have to walk a bit with our luggage. However the car park at Canberra Central as easily accessible and you could walk through the mall to the car park. Car park was cheap on weekend, just $3 overnight. Friday night I asked for car park voucher ...
Reviewed on 31 Mar 2026
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Parking was easy and secure. Location was good. The facilities were minimal and furnishings aged. The lighting was not good with kitchen, dining and lounge lights all on one switch. All on, or none.
Reviewed on 26 Mar 2026
Pavilion on Northbourne
Breakfast very good
Reviewed on 28 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Symonston
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Griffith
Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.
Fyshwick
Travellers like the museums in Fyshwick, and Lake Burley Griffin is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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.
