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.
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
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Canberra: Guided Tour of Floriade Festival with Transfers
Top hotels in Symonston
Sundown Villas
Reviewed on 26 Sept 2025
Southside Village
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
Deco Hotel
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
QT Canberra
Reviewed on 25 Sept 2025
Pavilion on Northbourne
Reviewed on 30 Sept 2025
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.
Fyshwick
Travellers like the museums in Fyshwick, and Lake Burley Griffin is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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 Merchant Navy Memorial 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.
