Cook Travel Guide
Canberra
Popular places to visit
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.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewelry.
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
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Cook
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
everything and everybody were on their best
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Canberra
Loved it was friendly quiet and for the price of our stay it couldn't have been more pleasent
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location’ central to all essential needs. Comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
Staff were really friendly and professional
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
Hotel Realm
Clean, smelled lovely and very functional
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
Rydges Canberra
Great value- clean hotel with restaurant and pool. Rooms were very comfortable. Would stay again!
Reviewed on 10 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cook
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Yerra Beach while you're exploring the area.
Hawker
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Hawker. You might consider stopping by The Pinnacle Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
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.
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
