Manuka Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Manuka Shopping Centre
Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.
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.
Activities
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
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Other neighbourhoods around Manuka
Forrest
Check out the restaurants, shopping and forests while spending some time in Forrest. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Manuka Shopping Centre or Manuka Oval.
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town.
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.
Capital Hill
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.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Deakin
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.
- Manuka Oval
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Gallery of Australia
- Questacon
- National Museum of Australia
- University of Canberra
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Convention Centre
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Canberra Stadium
- Civic Square
- Royal Australian Mint
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Old Parliament House
- Telstra Tower
- Commonwealth Park
- National Capital Exhibition
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Library of Australia
- National Hockey Centre
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Federation Square