Duntroon 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 fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries 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

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Top hotels in Duntroon

The Sebel Canberra Civic

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Pavilion on Northbourne
Construction was going on above our room. No notice was given that we may experience noise. Construction began at 7am on Saturday & 7:25am Sunday morning. Jack hammers were extremely noisy and we could smell concrete dust through the vents in the bathroom. When we complained we were offered a free ...
Reviewed on 19 Apr 2026

Meriton Suites Canberra
Would’ve liked sachets of coffee not pods.
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
This is no “hotel” but a motel/motor inn. Nice enough and ok given the price per night. Next time I’ll pay a bit more to get better quality.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 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 Duntroon

Fyshwick
Travellers like the museums in Fyshwick, and Lake Burley Griffin is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Jerrabomberra Wetland Nature Reserve while you're in town.

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 Jerrabomberra Wetland Nature Reserve while you're in town.

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

