Barton Travel Guide

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Autumnal landscape with colorful trees alley and Lake Burley Griffin the background. Bowen Park, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Selective focus, shallow DOF
Autumnal landscape with colorful trees alley and Lake Burley Griffin the background. Bowen Park, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Selective focus, shallow DOF
Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch
Lake Burley Griffin changes with the seasons. During winter, the trees are stark and bare, long thin branches resemble long hairs drifting in the wind. #australia #canberra #lovemytown

Popular places to visit

Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling

Parliament House

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

Parliament House
Belconnen Town Centre

Canberra Centre

During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Canberra Centre
The University of Melbourne with Old Arts Clock-tower

Australian National University

Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Australian National University
Australian War Memorial showing a pond and heritage architecture

Australian War Memorial

Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

Australian War Memorial
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
Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch

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.

Lake Burley Griffin

Activities

Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John

AU$60
per adult
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

AU$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

AU$38
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

AU$65
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

AU$69
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

AU$20
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
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Our pick of the best Barton Hotel Deals

Hotel Realm

Hotel Realm

5 out of 5
18 National Circuit Barton ACT
The price is AU$211 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
AU$211
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious rooms ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Excellent hotel, good staff, warm

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Hotel Realm
Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close Barton ACT
The price is AU$170 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$170
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a full-service spa and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
All was great

Reviewed on 23 Feb 2026

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Little National Hotel Canberra

Little National Hotel Canberra

4 out of 5
21 National Circuit Barton ACT
The price is AU$152 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
AU$152
20 Mar - 21 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
Great central yet quiet location. Close to the main attractions in Canberra such as the Parliament, National Art Gallery, National Portrait Gallery, Lake Burley Griffin and a short drive to the National Museum and the Australian War Memorial. Friendly staff, the most comfiest bed, modern vibes, free ...

Reviewed on 24 Feb 2026

Little National Hotel Canberra
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

4.5 out of 5
8 National Circuit Barton ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$183 per night from 9 Mar to 10 Mar
AU$183
9 Mar - 10 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Spotless room . Great friendly efficient staff. Central position

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Brassey Hotel

Brassey Hotel

4 out of 5
Belmore Gardens & Macquarie Street Barton ACT
The price is AU$139 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$139
22 Mar - 23 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
Gym access

Reviewed on 26 Jan 2026

Brassey Hotel
Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is AU$108 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$108
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
Toilet and shower are very narrow.

Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
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Other neighbourhoods around Barton

National Portrait Gallery showing art and modern architecture

Parkes

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or Questacon.

Parkes
Parliament House which includes an administrative building

Capital Hill

4.5/5(1,004 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
Kingston which includes a bridge and modern architecture

Kingston

Kingston 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.

Kingston
Manuka Shopping Centre featuring autumn colours

Manuka

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

Manuka
Manuka Shopping Centre featuring autumn colours

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
Everyone's read about Nassim Nicholas Taleb's book, Black swan, right? Well only few have seen one! Beautiful sunset on Canberra's lake. Nos that much visited by tourists, canberra is well worth it. it was a planned city, build from nothing at the beginning of the century. It is a cyclist paradise, with beautiful cycling lane away from traffic. Cycling round the lake can be a great weekend idea. Jogging or hiking round it can be a fantastic objective too. a bit of an oldy picture so sorry for the pixels! #Canberra #Australia #sunset #lifeatExpedia #cycling #Swan #hiking

City East

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

City East

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