South Canberra

Travel Guide

Melbourne featuring night scenes, heritage architecture and a city
Australian Capital Territory which includes autumn leaves and a garden
Royal Australian Mint which includes interior views
Royal Australian Mint featuring interior views
Parliament House showing an administrative building, modern architecture and interior views

Where to stay in South Canberra

Kingston showing a bridge and modern architecture

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.

Kingston
Manuka Shopping Centre featuring autumn leaves

Manuka

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

Manuka
Parliament House which includes an administrative building

Capital Hill

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Capital Hill
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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.

Narrabundah
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Forrest

Check out the restaurants, shopping and forests while spending some time in Forrest. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Manuka Shopping Centre or Manuka Oval.

Forrest
Manuka Shopping Centre featuring autumn leaves

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.

Griffith
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is €88 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
€88
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (762 reviews)
"Comfortable bed and nice room. Couldn't adjust air conditioning so had a very warm sleep and felt claustrophobic. Other than that a beautiful building and easy parking."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2025

Rydges Canberra
ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

3 out of 5
203 Goyder Street, Narrabundah, ACT
The price is €81 per night from 28 Aug to 29 Aug
€81
28 Aug - 29 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
"Friendly staff. Not enough outlets in the room for us to charge our devices. People living in apartments next door were noisy. Awesome shower!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

ibis Styles Canberra
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

5 out of 5
Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is €119 per night from 31 Aug to 1 Sept
€119
31 Aug - 1 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
Historic Hotel
"The rooms are spacious and clean. Dinner at the Tea Lounge was excellent. We love the architecture and design of the hotel."

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
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Abode Narrabundah

Abode Narrabundah

4 out of 5
61 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Narrabundah, ACT
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a business center. Our guests praise the clean rooms and the property condition ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,261 reviews)
A Perfect Stay from Start to Finish!
"One of the best places I’ve stayed! The room was clean and comfortable, and the staff were friendly and welcoming. Highly recommended!"

Reviewed on 21 Aug 2025

Abode Narrabundah
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments

Oxley Court Serviced Apartments

4 out of 5
9 Dawes Street, Griffith, ACT
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (583 reviews)
"Clean, comfortable and affordable."

Reviewed on 19 Aug 2025

Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking

Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking

3 out of 5
47 McMillan Cres, Griffith, ACT
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Canberra. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a pillow menu. Popular attractions National Gallery of Australia and Canberra ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"Good location for my needs Could do with updating bathroom and air conditioning"

Reviewed on 25 Mar 2025

Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking
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Popular places to visit

Parliament House

Parliament House

Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Parliament House
National Gallery of Australia which includes interior views

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.

National Gallery of Australia
Questacon

Questacon

Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

Questacon
Old Parliament House

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.

Old Parliament House
Manuka Shopping Centre showing street scenes and autumn leaves

Manuka Shopping Centre

Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.

Manuka Shopping Centre
Royal Australian Mint showing interior views as well as a large group of people

Royal Australian Mint

Visit the building where every single coin in the country is made, learn about the production process and browse through a huge collection of coins.

Royal Australian Mint

Things to do

Wall of Remembrance

Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

€111
per adult
98% of travellers recommend
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

€39
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

€39
per adult
Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course
Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour

€75
per adult
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

€35
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

€21
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
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Parliament House which includes an administrative building and landscape views

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