Watson 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.
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.
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
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Our pick of the best Watson Hotel Deals
ibis budget Canberra
We were after a low cosr night's accommodation and this property ticked all the boxes. Dont stay here if you want 4 star luxury, but we had a good night and will stay there again in the future.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Canberra Carotel Motel
Clean rooms, lovely environment.
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025
Red Cedars Motel
Cheap but reasonable
Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Room was clean, parking is free and breakfast was nice.
Reviewed on 26 Dec 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Clean room and value for money. Quiet location and easy to get around Forrest and close suburbs
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Abode Woden
The hotel is well located, walking distance to Westfield Woden. The rooms were spacious and had amenities like a washing machine. Staff were friendly and helpful. Only negative was perhaps the lighting... They have interesting feature lighting, but it was wired with the rest of the lights in the ...
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Watson
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.
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
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.
