Canberra Airport Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit Canberra Airport
Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
National Gallery of Australia
Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
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
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Canberra Airport Hotel Deals
Vibe Hotel Canberra
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The Sebel Canberra Civic
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Deco Hotel
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Rydges Canberra
Reviewed on 3 Jul. 2025
Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Pavilion on Northbourne
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Other neighbourhoods around Canberra Airport
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 The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Capital Public Golf Course and The Cusack Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
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.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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- More holiday ideas
- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- National Gallery of Australia
- Canberra Centre
- Canberra Hospital
- Australian War Memorial
- Questacon
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Museum of Australia
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Canberra Stadium
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Convention Centre
- University of Canberra
- Manuka Oval
- Old Parliament House
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- Commonwealth Park
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Civic Square
- Telstra Tower
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- Tulip Top Gardens
- Mount Ainslie
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Royal Australian Mint