O'Connor 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.

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

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.

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 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.
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
Top hotels in O'Connor

Alivio Tourist Park Canberra
The facilities were great and the location was excellent for purposes.
Reviewed on 11 Dec 2025

ibis Styles Canberra
Staff were amazing
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Clean & comfortable. Thank you
Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025

Abode Woden
room is clean and stuff is ok.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025

Meriton Suites Canberra
Clean room and bathroom.very friendly and responsive staff. Will book again when in Canberra.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
The room was clean and spacious.
Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around O'Connor

Bruce
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.

Dickson
Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.

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.

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.

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


