City West 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
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
Our pick of the best City West Hotel Deals
QT Canberra
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BreakFree Capital Tower
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Other neighbourhoods around City West
Canberra City Centre
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Canberra City Centre. A stop by Canberra Museum and Gallery or Canberra Theatre Centre might round out your trip.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
Braddon
Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Braddon. Make a stop by top sights like Canberra Contemporary Art Space while you're exploring the area.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.
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.
- Places of interest
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- City Hill
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- Canberra Centre
- National Gallery of Australia
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- Questacon
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Canberra Stadium
- Australian Institute of Sport
- National Museum of Australia
- National Convention Centre
- Lake Burley Griffin
- University of Canberra
- Manuka Oval
- Old Parliament House
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- Civic Square
- Commonwealth Park
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Telstra Tower
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Tulip Top Gardens
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Royal Australian Mint
- Mount Ainslie
