Mawson 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 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
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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.
National Dinosaur Museum
Get to know the giants of prehistoric times at this interesting and educational museum, packed with displays about the unique history of the Australian continent.
Activities
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
LGBTQIA+ History Walking Tour
Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
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Other neighbourhoods around Mawson
Phillip
Uncover some of the top draws of Phillip like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Canberra Nature Park or Royal Australian Mint.
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.
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.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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.
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.
- Places of interest
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- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- National Museum of Australia
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Questacon
- National Gallery of Australia
- Canberra Stadium
- Manuka Oval
- National Convention Centre
- University of Canberra
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Commonwealth Park
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Old Parliament House
- Civic Square
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Telstra Tower
- Royal Australian Mint
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Capital Exhibition
- Netball ACT
- Questacon – National Science & Technology Centre
- National Arboretum Canberra
- National Library of Australia