Dickson Travel Guide

Canberra

Popular places to visit

Parliament House

Parliament House

Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Parliament House
National Gallery of Australia showing interior views

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 Gallery of Australia
Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial

Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

Australian War Memorial
Questacon

Questacon

Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

Questacon
National Museum of Australia which includes interior views

National Museum of Australia

Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewelry.

National Museum of Australia
Melbourne showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

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.

Lake Burley Griffin

Things to do

Wall of Remembrance

Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

Rp2.169.113
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Rp752.105
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour

Rp1.471.509
per adult
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay

Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay

Rp1.069.296
per adult
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay
Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

Rp675.804
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Rp414.203
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
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Top hotels in Dickson

Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is Rp1.172.602 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.172.602
Rp1.289.884 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,180 reviews)
"Staff are great. Great location and parking. The room we were in was ok but furniture needs a polish or refurbish."

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Quality Hotel Dickson

Quality Hotel Dickson

4 out of 5
Corner Cape & Badham St., Dickson, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.429.704 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.429.704
Rp1.572.674 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Great location. Great staff. Very convenient."

Reviewed on 10 Sept 2025

Quality Hotel Dickson
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson

4 out of 5
45 Dooring Street, Dickson, ACT
The price is Rp1.590.558 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.590.558
Rp1.749.614 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, parking (surcharge) and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"I was only there for one night and the location was ideal for my requirements. Check-in, room, facilities and parking were all excellent."

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
Canberra Parklands Central

Canberra Parklands Central

3.5 out of 5
6 Hawdon Place, Dickson, ACT
The price is Rp1.286.165 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.286.165
Rp1.414.825 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
"we had 3 pleasant nights’ stay there. It’s in a quiet location with easy access to all the town, with a car. The reception was excellently friendly and helpful. Good value compared to others!"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2025

Canberra Parklands Central
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is Rp1.688.477 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp1.688.477
Rp1.857.325 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (784 reviews)
"Staff were fabulous. Very helpful and friendly. Price of the room was very reasonable. The rooms are huge."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Rydges Canberra
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is Rp1.420.275 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.420.275
Rp1.562.303 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Enjoyed our stay. The apartment was clean and well serviced. The term Deco implies a certain time in history with its decor but besides some chairs that had art deco motifs in its upholstery, there was little that set the hotel apart from any other. I have a large genuine art deco figurine that would ..."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Deco Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Dickson

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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.

Braddon
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Northern Canberra

Northern Canberra is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Canberra Museum and Gallery and Civic Square, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Canberra.

Northern Canberra
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Canberra City Centre

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Canberra City Centre
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City East

While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

City East
Acton featuring modern architecture and a city

Acton

Unique features of Acton include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by CSIRO Discovery Centre or National Museum of Australia while you're exploring the area.

Acton
Australian War Memorial featuring interior views and a memorial

Campbell

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Campbell. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian War Memorial or Anzac Parade.

Campbell

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