Hawker Travel Guide
Canberra
Popular places to visit
Canberra Centre
During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Australian National University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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.
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.
Things to do
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Top hotels in Hawker
Belconnen Way Hotel Motel and Serviced Apartments
"Very happy"
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
"Excellent all round. Management was exceptional."
Reviewed on 15 May 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
"Great location, good bed. Room design was a bit odd so the room itself felt very small but otherwise good"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Rydges Canberra
"I have stayed here so many times, always great"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Deco Hotel
"No vodaphone reception in king lux rooms on 2nd floor. When questioned what rooms I had previously stayed in(for room layout info) was asked if I was sure it was the Deco and not The Avenue. I have stayed there at least four times but they could not find me on their system. When it first opened,it ..."
Reviewed on 19 May 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
"Fantastic location and a clean room with loads of space. Only downside for one of us was how soft the bed was. Just a bit too soft for the one with the bad back. The bar was cool."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Hawker
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Belconnen Arts Centre or Bimbi Beach while you're exploring the area.
Yarralumla
Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Lake Burley Griffin or Royal Canberra Golf Club while you're exploring the area.
Canberra City Centre
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.
Dickson
Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.
Braddon
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Ainslie Arts Centre or Gorman Arts Centre might round out your trip.
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.
