Barton Travel Guide

Canberra

Barton
Photo by Fran Tapia
Photo by Fran Tapia

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

AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

฿444
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

฿804
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

฿1,376
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

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

฿1,376
per adult
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

฿1,460
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

฿423
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
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Top hotels in Barton

Hotel Realm

Hotel Realm

5 out of 5
18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is ฿3,842 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿3,842
฿4,226 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,014 reviews)
"High quality hotel in a wonderful location close to Parliament House. A very easy walk to National landmarks and restaurants. The hotel was clean, comfortable and the staff were really helpful. I would be more than happy to stay at Hotel Realm again."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Hotel Realm
Brassey Hotel

Brassey Hotel

4 out of 5
Belmore Gardens & Macquarie Street, Barton, ACT
The price is ฿2,811 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿2,811
฿3,093 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,009 reviews)
Cute place, okay staff
"Really cute place. Staff could be a little softer in their customer service, I called up to check what time the sauna hours were and I was put on hold for three minutes - after coming off hold I asked the question and had a one word answer. No follow up of reopening times. Otherwise it’s a really ..."

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Brassey Hotel
Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
The price is ฿3,213 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
฿3,213
฿3,534 total
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star 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 ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

4.5 out of 5
8 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is ฿3,777 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,777
฿4,154 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Very nice historical hotel that is a walking distance to the old Parliament. It's situated in the quiet part of Canberra. This is our second time at Hotel Kurrajong and after so many years, it still delivers great quality for the price. The sofa is adding a little bit the whole place is well ..."

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Little National Hotel Canberra

Little National Hotel Canberra

4 out of 5
21 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,951 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
฿2,951
฿3,246 total
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Favourite hotel chain"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Little National Hotel Canberra
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is ฿3,117 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿3,117
฿3,429 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,041 reviews)
"Great experience overall, very clean and comfortable attentive staff and very clean"

Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025

Deco Hotel
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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 High Court of Australia.

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 The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin 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
Australian War Memorial featuring interior views and a memorial

Campbell

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Campbell. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian War Memorial or Anzac Parade.

Campbell
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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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