Torrens Travel Guide

Canberra

Popular places to visit

Parliament House

Parliament House

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

Parliament House
National Gallery of Australia showing interior views

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 Gallery of Australia
Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial

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

Australian War Memorial
Questacon

Questacon

Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

Questacon
National Museum of Australia which includes interior views

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.

National Museum of Australia
Melbourne showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

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.

Lake Burley Griffin

Things to do

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

฿1,451
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

฿1,304
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Delight your senses with a $20 shopping voucher

Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)

฿1,304
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

฿799
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Contentious Character Urban Winery Fyshwick

2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch

฿5,679
per adult
2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
Discover Gems of Canberra: Private Full-Day Tour

Discover Gems of Canberra: Private Full-Day Tour

฿70,929
per adult
Discover Gems of Canberra: Private Full-Day Tour
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Top hotels in Torrens

Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is ฿3,228 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿3,228
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (785 reviews)
"Staff were fabulous. Very helpful and friendly. Price of the room was very reasonable. The rooms are huge."

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Rydges Canberra
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is ฿2,727 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿2,727
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,011 reviews)
"Quiet, comfortable"

Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025

Deco Hotel
QT Canberra

QT Canberra

4 out of 5
1 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT
The price is ฿3,056 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
฿3,056
per night
28 Sept - 29 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
"Front desk staff were friendly, restaurant staff were polite but not warm or overly welcoming. The room was comfortable however the dooner cover kept seperating from the dooner, the bathroom exhaust fan didn't seem to cope with steam, the bathroom door did not close properly which meant my toddler ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

QT Canberra
Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is ฿2,338 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,338
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,186 reviews)
"Food was awesome, reception very friendly and helpful."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is ฿2,903 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
฿2,903
per night
21 Sept - 22 Sept
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (897 reviews)
"Clean room. Bathroom essentials replenished regularly. Kitchen essentials e.g. milk replenished reqularly. Didn't have much interaction with staff. Didn't feel much warmth from people at front desk."

Reviewed on 19 Sept 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is ฿3,420 per night from 6 Oct to 7 Oct
฿3,420
per night
6 Oct - 7 Oct
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,005 reviews)
"Stay was comfortable, room very spa ious comfortable bed, quiet room. Staff fine, not overly friendly or helpful was charged for parking however never mentioned there was a charhr"

Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Torrens

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Phillip

Uncover some of the top draws of Phillip like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Canberra Nature Park or Royal Australian Mint.

Phillip
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
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Narrabundah

Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Capital Public Golf Course and The Cusack Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Narrabundah
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
Melbourne showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Yarralumla

Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Royal Canberra Golf Club or Lake Burley Griffin while you're exploring the area.

Yarralumla
Kingston showing modern architecture and a bridge

Kingston

Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.

Kingston

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