Symonston 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.

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.

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.

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 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.
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 Symonston

Sundown Villas
Spacious and clean. Quiet environment. Great amenities. Convenient to attractions.
Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025

Canberra Holiday Village
Planned to stay for 2 nights but had to leave early for health reasons but will be back when sorted, have stayed here last January. Its not to far from anywhere and where else can you find a park village with a pub, not far to wonder or worry about the police.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
everything and everybody were on their best
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026

ibis Styles Canberra
Amazing
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026

Meriton Suites Canberra
Staff were really friendly and professional
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location’ central to all essential needs. Comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Symonston

Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Capital Public Golf Course and The Cusack Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

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.

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.

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

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.



