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
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Our pick of the best City West Hotel Deals
QT Canberra
Room was well presented and very comfortable. Staff were very helpful and gave me priority for early check in which was welcomed.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Novotel Canberra
All good.
Reviewed on 1 Nov 2025
Ovolo Nishi
The hotel is super cool, great restaurant with delicious breakfast and fast service. The room was comfortable and had everything we needed. Quiet and in a really good location
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
Quest Canberra
Large room with separate bedroom from lounge, and central location.
Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025
Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra
Everything Canberra was walkable, from the New Parliament House to National Museum to Floriade, to the city precinct…excellent location. Staff were friendly, welcoming and helpful, the breakfast team, bright and welcoming in the morning… Overall a positive experience and will return
Reviewed on 10 Oct 2025
BreakFree Capital Tower
Excellent location for Floriade, shopping, restaurants and cafes.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
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.
