Forrest Travel Guide
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 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.
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.
National Dinosaur Museum
Get to know the giants of prehistoric times at this interesting and educational museum, packed with displays about the unique history of the Australian continent.
Things to do
Full-Day Canberra Brewery, Wineries & Distillery tour /w lunch
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
Top hotels in Forrest
![Forrest Hotel and Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/179000/178917/79a56f88_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2024
![Rydges Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7000/6937/191dd51b_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 11 Jun 2024
![Avenue Hotel Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9080000/9071500/9071416/2352db2f_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 14 Jun 2024
![Deco Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35500000/35497500/35497437/fe038128_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 13 Jun 2024
![The Sebel Canberra Civic](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36440000/36438700/36438638/eb1372bc_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 16 Jun 2024
![Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24331/ea52117c_y.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=420&h=224&q=medium)
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2024
Other neighbourhoods around Forrest
![Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118022-Manuka-Shopping-Centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
![Parliament House showing an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117775-Canberra.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
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Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Canberra Baptist Church while you're in town.
![Kingston showing modern architecture and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117777-Canberra.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
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.
![Royal Australian Mint as well as a small group of people](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117856-Deakin.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium)
Deakin
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.
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Yarralumla
Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Lake Burley Griffin or Albert Hall while you're exploring the area.