West Canberra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in West Canberra

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Curtin

Uncover some of the top draws of Curtin like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Royal Australian Mint or Canberra Nature Park.

Curtin
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Weston

If you're spending some time in Weston, ACT Baha'i Centre and Molonglo River Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Weston
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Holder

While Holder may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like ACT Baha'i Centre and Stromlo Forest Park.

Holder
Statesman Hotel
Statesman Hotel
3.5 out of 5
Cnr Strangways & Theodore Streets, Curtin, ACT
The price is AU$124 per night from 28 Apr to 29 Apr
AU$124
includes taxes & fees
28 Apr - 29 Apr
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
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Reviewed on 11 Apr. 2025

Statesman Hotel
Jamala Wildlife Lodge
Jamala Wildlife Lodge
4 out of 5
999 Lady Denman Drive, Canberra, ACT
The price is AU$1,650 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
AU$1,650
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (176 reviews)
"Wonderful tour of zoo, excellent food and accommodation"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Jamala Wildlife Lodge
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is AU$170 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
AU$170
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, staff were super friendly and helpful. Room was very comfortable and the two bedroom suite was roomy and perfect for us."

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Canberra Stay @Coombs 2B2B
Canberra Stay @Coombs 2B2B
Coombs
Stay at this apartment in Canberra. Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions ACT Baha'i Centre and Stromlo Forest Park are located nearby.
6.6/10 (3 reviews)
Good
"Ok"

Reviewed on 8 Mar. 2025

Canberra Stay @Coombs 2B2B
Architectural Comfy 2B&2B home with garden view close to lake & Shopping Centre
Architectural Comfy 2B&2B home with garden view close to lake & Shopping Centre
Yarralumla
Stay at this vacation home in Canberra. Enjoy a garden, cable/satellite TV service, and an in-room coffeemaker. Popular attractions Royal Canberra Golf Club ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (3 reviews)
Beautiful place to stay
"Very satisfying stay, location was perfect close to everything clean and lovely very quiet area. host of property was excellent lovely lady friendly would recomend this property to stay"

Reviewed on 18 Mar. 2025

Architectural Comfy 2B&2B home with garden view close to lake & Shopping Centre
A 5-Star Waterfront Home, Yarralumla
A 5-Star Waterfront Home, Yarralumla
Yarralumla
Stay at this vacation home in Canberra. Enjoy free breakfast, a garden, and balconies. Popular attractions Royal Canberra Golf Club and Lake Burley Griffin are ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
Great lakehouse for large groups
"Spacious with a very nice location and great view of the lake. It's missing key kitchen items like drinking glasses, salt and pepper, cooking oil and cleaning supplies that would have made our stay more comfortable. Could have used a few extra towels and maybe some blackout blinds for the rooms that ..."

Reviewed on 9 Apr. 2023

A 5-Star Waterfront Home, Yarralumla
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Popular places to visit

National Arboretum Canberra

National Arboretum Canberra

4.5/5(224 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to National Arboretum Canberra during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this walkable area.

National Arboretum Canberra
Royal Australian Mint showing interior views as well as a large group of people

Royal Australian Mint

Visit the building where every single coin in the country is made, learn about the production process and browse through a huge collection of coins.

Royal Australian Mint

National Zoo and Aquarium

4.5/5(232 reviews)

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at National Zoo and Aquarium during your visit to Canberra. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

National Zoo and Aquarium

Embassy of Netherlands

After visiting Embassy of Netherlands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Embassy of Netherlands

Royal Canberra Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Canberra at Royal Canberra Golf Club. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this family-friendly area.

Royal Canberra Golf Club

ACT Baha'i Centre

Find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at ACT Baha'i Centre. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this family-friendly area.

ACT Baha'i Centre

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
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
Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure

Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure

AU$1,089
per adult
Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

AU$65
per adult
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
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Cities near West Canberra

Parliament House which includes landscape views and an administrative building

Canberra