Capital Hill Travel Guide
Canberra
Visit Capital Hill
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
Old Parliament House
Tour this building to see where Australian politicians met and debated for over 60 years and learn about the history and workings of Australian democracy.
National Library of Australia
Explore the collections of Australia’s biggest reference library to find books from all over the world, early European maps and documents from the first explorers.
National Archives of Australia
Browse millions of immigration records, photographs and old government files at Australia’s national repository of historical documents.
Things to do
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
National Museum of Australia: Hallyu! The Korean Wave
Top hotels in Capital Hill
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
The shower has no pressure all the rest was ok.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Rydges Canberra
As there were a lot of guests on Sunday, the buffet breakfast hot dishes were cold and there were a lack of staff cleaning tables and making coffee. Seemed disorganised. The following breakfast was better with warner food and not so busy. The room was satisfactory, but shower did not drain very well ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Hotel Realm
Felt luxe, great location.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Always lovely to stay here. Charming. Wear and tear are starting to show a little. The staff are very efficient but can do with a bit of smile and warmth towards guests. Will stay again and recommend it.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Parking is secure and plenty of it. Staff are wonderful and the property is 5 star all the way. The apartments are spacious, well equipped and set in a beautiful location
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Little National Hotel Canberra
Had to park in the “strictly no hotel guests” car park as there wasn’t enough spots in the allocated section. Had to walk over the road to an adjacent hotel for the breakfast every morning. Bedroom was very small, a bit Japanese-esk but Apart from that the bed was the most comfiest I have ever slept ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Capital Hill
Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Merchant Navy Memorial while you're in town.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at Questacon or National Gallery of Australia.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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.
Griffith
Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.
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.
