Dickson 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.
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.
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
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Top hotels in Dickson
Pavilion on Northbourne
Excellent as always. We had a bad leak in our room, which is a first. The place is starting to show its age.
Reviewed on 15 Dec 2025
Quality Hotel Dickson
Was close to resting and shops very convenient
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
Room was clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Canberra Parklands Central
For short term is good.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Great room in great condition wry comfortable
Reviewed on 16 Dec 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Old property but good for a quick stop over, good value and nice staff.
Reviewed on 17 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dickson
Watson
Watson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Majura Nature Reserve and Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve.
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.
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
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.
