Canberra City Centre Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Popular places to visit

Canberra Centre

4.5/5(1,597 reviews)

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.

Canberra Centre

National Convention Centre

4/5(111 reviews)

Learn about the events happening in National Convention Centre during your trip to Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

National Convention Centre

Civic Square

4/5(448 reviews)

You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Civic Square

Canberra Theatre Centre

4/5(79 reviews)

Enjoy a show at Canberra Theatre Centre, a popular theatre in Canberra. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Canberra Theatre Centre

Canberra Museum and Gallery

4.5/5(41 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Canberra Museum and Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Canberra Museum and Gallery

City Hill

4/5(17 reviews)

Explore the great outdoors at City Hill, a lovely green space in Canberra. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

City Hill

Activities

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

AU$175
per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

AU$179
per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Canberra: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour

Canberra: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour

AU$170
per adult
Canberra: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

AU$209
per adult
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

AU$229
per adult
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

AU$20
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
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Our pick of the best Canberra City Centre Hotel Deals

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is AU$151 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$151
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"great location near restaurants"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
The Sebel Canberra Civic
The Sebel Canberra Civic
4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is AU$152 per night from 28 Mar to 29 Mar
AU$152
includes taxes & fees
28 Mar - 29 Mar
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (759 reviews)
"The room was equipped with everything we needed (although, had to ask for a 2nd wine glass as there was only one), it was quiet, with a very comfortable bed, lovely clean bathroom & a wonderful Sri Lankan restaurant just across the road If there was parking on site I would have given it 5 stars - ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Meriton Suites Canberra
Meriton Suites Canberra
5 out of 5
40 Allara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is AU$166 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$166
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a fireplace in the lobby. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (271 reviews)
"Perfect location, large new and comfy apartment"

Reviewed on 22 Mar. 2025

Meriton Suites Canberra
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
4 out of 5
1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is AU$158 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$158
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"If you can provide toothbrush and soap cubes ideal"

Reviewed on 16 Mar. 2025

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
3.5 out of 5
108 Northbourne Ave, Braddon, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$106 per night from 30 Mar to 31 Mar
AU$106
includes taxes & fees
30 Mar - 31 Mar
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"All goods I enjoy"

Reviewed on 24 Mar. 2025

Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Novotel Canberra
Novotel Canberra
4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue, Canberra, ACT
The price is AU$169 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
AU$169
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"I had a great time staying at the Novotel The only downside is The pool is not heated Not many options at the buffet Other than that I strongly recommend it"

Reviewed on 9 Mar. 2025

Novotel Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Canberra City Centre

Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Northern Canberra

4/5(1 area review)

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.

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City East

While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

City East
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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.

Braddon
National Portrait Gallery showing modern architecture and art

Parkes

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or Questacon.

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Barton

Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Canberra Baptist Church while you're in town.

Barton
Parliament House showing an administrative building

Capital Hill

4.5/5(1,004 area reviews)

The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Capital Hill. A stop by Parliament House or National Archives of Australia might round out your trip.

Capital Hill

Canberra City Centre Travel Guide

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