Bonython 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.

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

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.

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.

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

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Top hotels in Bonython

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Easy parking. Clean
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Positioned central to city. Clean and good value.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

Rydges Canberra
The whole stay was not too bad. But we found the set up of the bathroom so weird! Lol You have to go around the toilet bowl to go to the shower! Breakfast wasn't too bad but they kept running out of things and coffee was cold so ended up ordering barista coffee which was quite disappointing that ...
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Pavilion on Northbourne
Great happy hour, good coffee. Need disable access to shower.
Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
The toilet was not properly cleaned……behind the toilet seat in full view….wasn’t searching…..looked like it had missed a few rounds. First thing I saw in the toilet was a pubic hair. Was in tower two the week before, definitely felt cleaner, better, slept better….
Reviewed on 1 May 2026

ibis Styles Canberra
Stayed weekend and no one fresher the room or emptied bins. No fresh towels. Linen left in the corridor
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bonython

Phillip
Uncover some of the top draws of Phillip like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Canberra Nature Park or Oakey Hill Nature Reserve.

Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Griffith
Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.

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

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

Capital Hill
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.

