City East Travel Guide

Canberra

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Photo by Garett Lim
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Photo by Adam Keenan

Popular places to visit

Canberra Centre

During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Canberra Centre

National Convention Centre

Learn about the events happening in National Convention Centre during your trip to Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.

National Convention Centre

Canberra Theatre Centre

Enjoy a show at Canberra Theatre Centre, a popular theatre in Canberra. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Canberra Theatre Centre

Civic Square

You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.

Civic Square

Canberra Museum and Gallery

You can browse the exhibits at Canberra Museum and Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Canberra Museum and Gallery

Glebe Park

Glebe Park is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Glebe Park

Things to do

AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

฿441
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

฿798
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

฿1,365
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

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

฿1,365
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

฿1,450
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

฿420
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
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Top hotels in City East

The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,930 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿2,930
฿3,223 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
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! (907 reviews)
"Fabulous place to stay when going to the Canberra Theatre"

Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

4 out of 5
1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is ฿3,393 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿3,393
฿3,733 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"There is only one lift taking patrons to car park, no stair case in use, hence time spend in waiting for the lift during the stay"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
Quest Canberra City Walk

Quest Canberra City Walk

3.5 out of 5
240 City Walk, Canberra, ACT
The price is ฿2,733 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
฿2,733
฿3,006 total
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 coffee shops/cafes and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (727 reviews)
"Could park and leave our car as it was so central to everything. Nice tree view over plaza from window. Reception staff excellent"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Quest Canberra City Walk
A by Adina Canberra

A by Adina Canberra

4.5 out of 5
1 Constitution Ave, Canberra, ACT
The price is ฿3,672 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
฿3,672
฿4,040 total
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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 ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (357 reviews)
"Great hotel but next to a building site and ended up in a room on first floor adjacent to building site."

Reviewed on 9 Oct 2025

A by Adina Canberra
Nesuto Canberra

Nesuto Canberra

3.5 out of 5
2 Akuna Street, Canberra, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿2,868 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿2,868
฿3,155 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a rooftop terrace and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,825 reviews)
"Room was clean. King bed very comfortable. Staff very obliging. Enjoyed the pool but it’s a shame that there is no spa tub now. Also, access via stairs for the last two flights is not ideal for people with mobility issues. Location to shops, restaurants is excellent.. everything within walking ..."

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Nesuto Canberra
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street, Canberra, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is ฿3,933 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
฿3,933
฿4,326 total
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (378 reviews)
"Great spot!! Great family suites. Clean!!! What else can I say?"

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Meriton Suites Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around City East

Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

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.

Northern Canberra
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Canberra City Centre

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Canberra City Centre
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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.

Braddon
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
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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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.

Barton

City East Travel Guide