Harrison Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
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
Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.
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
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Indulgence Wine Tasting with Matched Elements for 2 - Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Harrison
Gungahlin
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Gungahlin. You might consider stopping by Mulanggari Grasslands Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
Lyneham
Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre while you're exploring the area.
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.
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.
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.
- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- National Gallery of Australia
- Questacon
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Museum of Australia
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Convention Centre
- Manuka Oval
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Canberra Stadium
- University of Canberra
- Civic Square
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Old Parliament House
- Royal Australian Mint
- Commonwealth Park
- Telstra Tower
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- National Capital Exhibition
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- National Library of Australia
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Hockey Centre
- Cockington Green Gardens
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Murrumbateman Winery