Parkes
Canberra
Popular places to visit
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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.
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 Capital Exhibition
See the fascinating history of Canberra laid out for you through engaging and interactive exhibits in this modern, family-friendly museum.
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Browse millions of immigration records, photographs and old government files at Australia’s national repository of historical documents.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
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Top hotels in Parkes
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
The facilities were dated but serviceable.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Canberra
Amazing
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
Clean room and bathroom.very friendly and responsive staff. Will book again when in Canberra.
Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Beautiful property close to the cbd. Great spacious rooms and the balcony in ours was bigger than some of the hotel rooms these days. Would highly recommend and would book again gor future trips.
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
Rydges Canberra
Room was lathe and clean, all we wanted. Staff were great. Will come back!
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Pavilion on Northbourne
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Reviewed on 2 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 The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin 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.
