Charnwood Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
![Australian War Memorial](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499952-canberra.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
![National Gallery of Australia which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117963-National-Gallery-Of-Australia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
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.
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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.
![Questacon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117944-Questacon-National-Science-And-Technology-Centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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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](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48439406/714471c7-7fcc-4a01-8b34-c8e48463ba46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
![Wine Tasting](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/3633567/fe96fd13-513f-4aa7-b144-c80e50195e9e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
2 People - Indulgence Wine Tasting with Matched Elements Canberra
![Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48682285/0f1d4a72-15d9-45cb-a4b8-e025ce9e7467.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh)
Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders
Our pick of the best Charnwood Hotel Deals
![Pavilion on Northbourne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12300/12204/a2e0889d_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Feb. 2025
![Forrest Hotel and Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/179000/178917/79a56f88_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Feb. 2025
![Rydges Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7000/6937/41e1cc79_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Feb. 2025
![The Sebel Canberra Civic](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36440000/36438700/36438638/7520afcc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 2 Feb. 2025
![Meriton Suites Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90270000/90264000/90263931/ca3fc6d9_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Feb. 2025
![Avenue Hotel Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9080000/9071500/9071416/2352db2f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Feb. 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Charnwood
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Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Yerra Beach while you're exploring the area.
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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.
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Gungahlin
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Gungahlin. You might consider stopping by Mulanggari Grasslands Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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Dickson
Uncover some of the top draws of Dickson like its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by National Hockey Centre or Netball ACT.
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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.
![Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/42000/42634-Australian-War-Memorial.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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- More holiday ideas
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- National Gallery of Australia
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Canberra Hospital
- National Museum of Australia
- Questacon
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Manuka Oval
- Canberra Stadium
- Old Parliament House
- National Convention Centre
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Commonwealth Park
- University of Canberra
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- Telstra Tower
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Civic Square
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- Royal Australian Mint
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Mount Stromlo Observatory
- National Archives of Australia
- National Capital Exhibition
- National Library of Australia