Braddon 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.
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.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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.
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.
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 Braddon
Deco Hotel
Very well appointed room that was spotlessly ckean. Staff were pleasant & attentive. Overall a wonderful stay.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Avenue Hotel Canberra
The spa room was fantastic, loved the buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on 31 Oct 2025
Midnight Hotel, Autograph Collection
Perfect hotel
Reviewed on 28 Oct 2025
Canberra Rex Hotel & Serviced Apartments
Didn't use the breakfast options
Reviewed on 27 Oct 2025
Mercure Canberra
Staff very friendly, room was good. Big bathroom
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Canberra Accommodation Centre
Couldn’t fault the beds, bathrooms, but also couldn’t turn off the heater or get the tv to work.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Braddon
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.
Dickson
Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.
Lyneham
Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre while you're exploring the area.
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.
