Canberra City Centre Travel Guide
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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.
Civic Square
You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
National Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Convention Centre during your trip to Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Theatre Centre
Enjoy a show at Canberra Theatre Centre, a popular theatre in Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Museum and Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Canberra Museum and Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
City Hill
Explore the great outdoors at City Hill, a lovely green space in Canberra. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
Things to do
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Top hotels in Canberra City Centre
The Sebel Canberra Civic
If you have a car, drive in to drop your bags and check in. Then drive to the loal car park. You can walk back through the Canberra Centre shopping Centre if its cold or raining.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great place to stay for value and location
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Novotel Canberra
The room was spacious and the bed very comfortable. The bathroom was small but adequate and the water pressure for the shower was great. The cupboard doors were slightly chipped. A refresh would improve the room.
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
We had a 2pm show to attend and we were checked in early
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Madison Capital Executive Apartments
Staff absolutely lovely. Communication about the lift situation was spot on. Bed and room was so comfortable
Reviewed on 8 May 2026
QT Canberra
Lovely atmosphere with very welcoming staff, from checking in at reception to enjoying the bar and restaurant.
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
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Other neighbourhoods around Canberra City Centre
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
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.
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.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at Questacon or National Gallery of Australia.
Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and East Basin while you're in town.
