Parkes Travel Guide
Canberra





Popular places to visit

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.

Commonwealth Park
After visiting Commonwealth Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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 Capital Exhibition
See the fascinating history of Canberra laid out for you through engaging and interactive exhibits in this modern, family-friendly museum.
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 Parkes

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Staff were lovely, room was spacious and clean.
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location, and a wonderful place to stay.
Reviewed on 1 Feb 2026

Novotel Canberra
Overall good
Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Pavilion on Northbourne
All good, will stay again.
Reviewed on 2 Feb 2026

Hotel Realm
Great suite. Quiet, clean, exceptional staff.
Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

Rydges Canberra
Clean room, friendly & professional staff, secure parking and quiet
Reviewed on 31 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkes

Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and East Basin while you're in town.

Capital Hill
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.

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.

City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

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.

Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.



