City East Travel Guide

Canberra

A swan on a calm lake at sunset with a silhouette of a city skyline in the background.
A restaurant interior with booths, tables, and hanging chandeliers.
A grassy field with kangaroos and a tree.

Stay near popular City East attractions

A lakeside urban area with modern buildings, a sports field, and surrounding hills.

Canberra Centre

8.8/10 (3,794 reviews)
During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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Things to do

Beautiful view of the Canberra in Australia

Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney

฿4,005
per adult
72% of travellers recommend
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, All free entry

฿1,531
per adult
Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, All free entry
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

฿344
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

฿494
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

฿895
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour

Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour

฿1,413
per adult
Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour
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Top hotels in City East

The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
The price is ฿3,311 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
฿3,311
฿3,642 total
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,137 reviews)
"Superb location with bus stops directly in front of the hotel, retail stores just around the corner and a selection of delicious restaurants (such as Lilong) within walking distance. The apartment is clean and comfortable, and the pre-arrival communication is prompt and helpful."

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street Canberra ACT
The price is ฿3,581 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,581
฿3,939 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Meriton Suites Canberra
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

4 out of 5
1 Binara Street Canberra ACT
The price is ฿3,964 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,964
฿4,360 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very good! (1,001 reviews)
"Room ok staff is helpful"

Reviewed on 13 Sept 2026

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
A by Adina Canberra

A by Adina Canberra

4.5 out of 5
1 Constitution Ave Canberra ACT
The price is ฿4,050 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿4,050
฿4,455 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the property ...
A by Adina Canberra
Nesuto Canberra

Nesuto Canberra

3.5 out of 5
2 Akuna Street Canberra ACT
The price is ฿3,053 per night from 20 Sept to 21 Sept
฿3,053
฿3,359 total
20 Sept - 21 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
Nesuto Canberra
Little Drifter Canberra

Little Drifter Canberra

2 out of 5
7 Akuna St Canberra ACT
The price is ฿2,386 per night from 17 Sept to 18 Sept
฿2,386
฿2,625 total
17 Sept - 18 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hostel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8/10 Very good! (136 reviews)
"A Handy location close enough to walk to most venues in good weather."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

Little Drifter Canberra
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Where to stay in City East

Find the best City East areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A modern tower by a lake with autumn foliage.

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 Theatre Centre or Civic Square might round out your trip.

A multi-story building with a brick facade, large arched windows, and signage for businesses including a dental surgery and a bike shop.
Photo by TM
Open Photo by TM

Braddon

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Ainslie Arts Centre or Gorman Arts Centre might round out your trip.

A park with a hexagonal fence, trees, and a distant tower.

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.

A city skyline with modern high-rise buildings and a body of water in the foreground.

Belconnen

Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Belconnen Arts Centre or Lake Ginninderra while you're exploring the area.

A large Ferris wheel with colorful lights at night, surrounded by a field of purple and blue flowers.
Photo by James Pudney
Open Photo by James Pudney

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.

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