Barton Travel Guide

Canberra

Barton
Photo by Fran Tapia
Photo by Fran Tapia

Popular places to visit

Parliament House

Parliament House

4.5/5(17 reviews)

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

4.5/5(4 reviews)

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

5/5(14 reviews)

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

5/5(1 review)

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

4/5(5 reviews)

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

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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 Barton

Hotel Realm

Hotel Realm

5 out of 5
18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is Rp2.176.028 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp2.176.028
Rp2.393.631 total
6 Oct - 7 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"After checkout I was not given a parking pass and was led to believe I didn’t need one to exit the car park. After the concierge gave me the pass i was able to drive out. It was needless confusion."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

Hotel Realm
Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.771.394 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.771.394
Rp1.948.533 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Good location, easy to get to places, staff very helpful. Unfortunately very noisy reverse airconditioning in the bedrooms which couldn't be turned off - so it ran on and off all night. Bed not overly comfortable - the attachment mechanism for the two beds joined together was not covered - so you ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sept 2025

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

4.5 out of 5
8 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is Rp1.830.341 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
Rp1.830.341
Rp2.013.375 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Nice ambiance at the hotel. The room was clean comfortable and well appointed. The staff were slow to respond to a couple of requests like giving us fresh towels when requested, but otherwise a lovely stay."

Reviewed on 2 Sept 2025

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Brassey Hotel

Brassey Hotel

4 out of 5
Belmore Gardens & Macquarie Street, Barton, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.366.762 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.366.762
Rp1.503.438 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
"Had such a lovely relaxing stay-cay at the Brassey. Loved the bathtub in the superior room. Will definitely come again"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Brassey Hotel
Little National Hotel Canberra

Little National Hotel Canberra

4 out of 5
21 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is Rp1.699.460 per night from 12 Oct to 13 Oct
Rp1.699.460
Rp1.869.406 total
12 Oct - 13 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Little National Hotel Canberra
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is Rp1.684.397 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
Rp1.684.397
Rp1.852.837 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
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Other neighbourhoods around Barton

National Portrait Gallery showing modern architecture and art

Parkes

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.

Parkes
Parliament House showing an administrative building

Capital Hill

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Capital Hill
Kingston showing modern architecture and a bridge

Kingston

Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.

Kingston
Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours

Manuka

While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.

Manuka
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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City East

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

City East

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