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.
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.
Civic Square
You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. 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.
Glebe Park
Glebe Park is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
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
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in City East
Meriton Suites Canberra
Clean room and bathroom.very friendly and responsive staff. Will book again when in Canberra.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Very modern clean hotel. Dog friendly . No car park on site. Need to pay for car park. Fr for a short stay
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
We had a great view of the New Year's fireworks from our room. Room was clean and the service was great.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Quest Canberra City Walk
The room was spacious, and the location was amazing - right in the centre of the CBD. The staff were very friendly. We had a great time!
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
A by Adina Canberra
The check in process was very easy, love the ability to check in and out online. Staff super friendly. Room was lovely with a great view.
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Little Drifter Canberra
Everything was perfect
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City East
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.
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.
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.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or Questacon.
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.
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.
