Beard Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
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 artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
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.
Activities
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Beard Hotel Deals
Deco Hotel
Had a great stay, it was safe, quiet and has a great parking lot at a reasonable overnight price. Will stay again!
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Clean rooms and adequate parking. Restaurant seemed disorganised but the food was tasty. Lots of families around.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Rydges Canberra
Good
Reviewed on 21 Oct 2025
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Reception not so welcoming. Room a/c fan noisy. Noises in the night.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Pavilion on Northbourne
Clean room, friendly staff I feel safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
QT Canberra
Good, quiet location, helpful and friendly staff. Large, comfortable bed. Outdated room decor and bathroom, aircon unit old, limited wall sockets to charge phones/accessories etc.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Beard
Queanbeyan
Visitors to Queanbeyan enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre is worth a stop.
Fyshwick
Travellers like the museums in Fyshwick, and Lake Burley Griffin is a top attraction you might want to visit.
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.
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.
