City West Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Australian Capital Territory which includes interior views
Australian Capital Territory which includes interior views
Australian Capital Territory featuring a park and ballooning
Canberra which includes a lake or waterhole, a garden and autumn leaves
Canberra which includes military items

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
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
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

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 City West Hotel Deals

Novotel Canberra

Novotel Canberra

4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT
The price is AU$159 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$159
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.2/10 Good! (1,012 reviews)
Overall good

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Novotel Canberra
QT Canberra

QT Canberra

4 out of 5
1 London Circuit Canberra ACT
The price is AU$149 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$149
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
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Reviewed on 3 Feb 2026

QT Canberra
Ovolo Nishi

Ovolo Nishi

4 out of 5
25 Edinburgh Ave Canberra ACT
The price is AU$207 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$207
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this boutique hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
One of our favourite places to stay.

Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Ovolo Nishi
Quest Canberra

Quest Canberra

4 out of 5
Melbourne Building 28 West Row Canberra ACT
The price is AU$165 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$165
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (586 reviews)
The room was spotless, and the staff courteous and helpful beyond expectations

Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026

Quest Canberra
Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra

Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra

4.5 out of 5
15 Edinburgh Avenue Canberra ACT
The price is AU$134 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$134
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Popular attractions National Film & Sound Archive and City Hill ...
8/10 Very Good! (999 reviews)
Wonderful staff and very comfortable room

Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025

Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra
BreakFree Capital Tower

BreakFree Capital Tower

3.5 out of 5
2 Marcus Clarke Street Canberra ACT
The price is AU$223 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
AU$223
15 Feb - 16 Feb
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy an outdoor pool, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the property condition ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,183 reviews)
Easy arrival, the reception staff were warm and helpful. Large apartment with large comfortable beds.

Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026

BreakFree Capital Tower
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Other neighbourhoods around City West

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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.

Canberra City Centre
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
Floriade NightFest showcased the amazing flora festival under a new light. #night #flora #ferriswheel

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.

Northern Canberra
Braddon showing landscape views, a sunset and a small town or village

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.

Braddon
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

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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