City East Travel Guide
Canberra
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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.
Civic Square
You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
National Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Convention Centre during your trip to Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Theatre Centre
Enjoy a show at Canberra Theatre Centre, a popular theatre in Canberra. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Museum and Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Canberra Museum and Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Glebe Park
Glebe Park is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Top hotels in City East
The Sebel Canberra Civic
"Clean room"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
"Great location close to the convention centre. Room was modern and clean. Would recommend"
Reviewed on 5 Jun 2026
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
"On check-out the receptionist argued with me, tried to double charge me for parking. The adult pizza wasn't great for the price. Room wasn't the cleanest however great location, the staff that greeted us upon arrival were great"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Nesuto Canberra
"An older building with some ongoing repairs. The room was comfortable. Easy access to buses. Gym is due for some improvements."
Reviewed on 27 May 2026
Quest Canberra City Walk
"Very convenient to shops and dining. Car park very small and not suitable to luxury cars. Reception very helpful as we could use car parking due to long weekend and they monitored car. Very pleasant stay."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
A by Adina Canberra
"Hotel is great as usual, however check-in was a shambles and room didn’t have all amenities- not good enough given price"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in City East
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.
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.
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Belconnen Arts Centre or Bimbi Beach while you're exploring the area.
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.
Queanbeyan
Visitors to Queanbeyan enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre is worth a stop.
