Cook Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Popular places to visit
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.
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
Australian National University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
Activities
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Our pick of the best Cook Hotel Deals
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Exceptional value and close to Manuka if you are there for a sporting event. Clean tidy and warm.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Clean room, pet friendly
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Rydges Canberra
As there were a lot of guests on Sunday, the buffet breakfast hot dishes were cold and there were a lack of staff cleaning tables and making coffee. Seemed disorganised. The following breakfast was better with warner food and not so busy. The room was satisfactory, but shower did not drain very well ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Pavilion on Northbourne
Had a clean room and comfortable bed with good space for one person. Having the restaurant on site with further eating places at Dickson a short walk away is a plus.
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
Clean spacious apartment in convenient location. A challenge with no car/luggage drop off when checking in on a busy street. Kitchen cooking equipment very basic.
Reviewed on 27 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Cook
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Belconnen Arts Centre or Bimbi Beach while you're exploring the area.
Hawker
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Hawker. You might consider stopping by The Pinnacle Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Acton
Unique features of Acton include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by CSIRO Discovery Centre or National Museum of Australia while you're exploring the area.
Yarralumla
Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Royal Canberra Golf Club or Lake Burley Griffin while you're exploring the area.
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.
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