Turner Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
Canberra Centre
During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries 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 National University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
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 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.
Activities
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
National Museum of Australia: Hallyu! The Korean Wave
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Our pick of the best Turner Hotel Deals
Mantra MacArthur Canberra
Great cooked breakfast
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Rydges Canberra
Underground car park had a very low concrete beam scraped paint off our car roof we had no way of avoiding it mattresses had no bed protection
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Clean room and good AC
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
This was our second stay, and I hope we will have a third stay. Everything was perfect. Breakfast was great, and the staff, especially on the first day was excellent. Thank you for our wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Pavilion on Northbourne
Breakfast was good room clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 15 Apr 2026
Deco Hotel
Huge room, super comfortable bed and quiet! Loved the chrome cast on the TV and room service was delicious and such a nice touch. About a 12-20 min walk down the straight main road to canberra central. Will be back, loved this place!
Reviewed on 16 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Turner
Braddon
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Canberra Contemporary Art Space or Ainslie Arts Centre might round out your trip.
Acton
Unique features of Acton include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by CSIRO Discovery Centre or National Museum of Australia 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.
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.
