Barton Travel Guide

Canberra

Autumnal landscape with colorful trees alley and Lake Burley Griffin the background. Bowen Park, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Selective focus, shallow DOF
Autumnal landscape with colorful trees alley and Lake Burley Griffin the background. Bowen Park, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Selective focus, shallow DOF
Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch
Lake Burley Griffin changes with the seasons. During winter, the trees are stark and bare, long thin branches resemble long hairs drifting in the wind. #australia #canberra #lovemytown

Popular places to visit

Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling

Parliament House

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Parliament House
Belconnen Town Centre

Canberra Centre

4/5(11 reviews)

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.

Canberra Centre
The University of Melbourne with Old Arts Clock-tower

Australian National University

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Australian National University
Australian War Memorial showing a pond and heritage architecture

Australian War Memorial

5/5(14 reviews)

Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

Australian War Memorial
Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch

Lake Burley Griffin

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Lake Burley Griffin
National Gallery of Australia showing interior views

National Gallery of Australia

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.

National Gallery of Australia

Things to do

Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John

฿1,321
per adult
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

฿334
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package
AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

฿462
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

฿1,431
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

฿837
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

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

฿1,431
per adult
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
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Top hotels in Barton

Hotel Realm

Hotel Realm

5 out of 5
18 National Circuit Barton ACT
The price is ฿4,832 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿4,832
฿5,315 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
Feel luxury, great gym facilities, 25meters 2 lane swimming pool, close early.

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hotel Realm
Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close Barton ACT
The price is ฿3,093 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
฿3,093
฿3,403 total
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
Our to go to property in Canberra! Staying here every time! 😊

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Little National Hotel Canberra

Little National Hotel Canberra

4 out of 5
21 National Circuit Barton ACT
The price is ฿3,257 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
฿3,257
฿3,583 total
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
Great central yet quiet location. Close to the main attractions in Canberra such as the Parliament, National Art Gallery, National Portrait Gallery, Lake Burley Griffin and a short drive to the National Museum and the Australian War Memorial. Friendly staff, the most comfiest bed, modern vibes, free ...

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Little National Hotel Canberra
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

4.5 out of 5
8 National Circuit Barton ACT
The price is ฿3,722 per night from 6 Mar to 7 Mar
฿3,722
฿4,094 total
6 Mar - 7 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
A beautiful heritage hotel. Cosy and inviting and in walking distance to many place

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Brassey Hotel

Brassey Hotel

4 out of 5
Belmore Gardens & Macquarie Street Barton ACT
The price is ฿2,824 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
฿2,824
฿3,106 total
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Brassey Hotel
Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is ฿2,325 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
฿2,325
฿2,557 total
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
Clean room. Expected quality for price. Still good value.

Reviewed on 4 Mar 2026

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
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Other neighbourhoods around Barton

National Portrait Gallery showing modern architecture and art

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.

Parkes
Parliament House showing an administrative building

Capital Hill

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Capital Hill
Kingston showing modern architecture and a bridge

Kingston

Kingston 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.

Kingston
Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours

Manuka

While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.

Manuka
Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours

Griffith

Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.

Griffith
Everyone's read about Nassim Nicholas Taleb's book, Black swan, right? Well only few have seen one! Beautiful sunset on Canberra's lake. Nos that much visited by tourists, canberra is well worth it. it was a planned city, build from nothing at the beginning of the century. It is a cyclist paradise, with beautiful cycling lane away from traffic. Cycling round the lake can be a great weekend idea. Jogging or hiking round it can be a fantastic objective too. a bit of an oldy picture so sorry for the pixels! #Canberra #Australia #sunset #lifeatExpedia #cycling #Swan #hiking

City East

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

City East

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