Dickson Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Parliament House

Parliament House

Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Parliament House
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
Australian War Memorial

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
Questacon

Questacon

Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

Questacon
National Museum of Australia which includes interior views

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.

National Museum of Australia
Melbourne showing night scenes, heritage architecture and a city

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

Activities

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
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
Delight your senses with a $20 shopping voucher

Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)

AU$62
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
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
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

AU$65
per adult
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
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Our pick of the best Dickson Hotel Deals

Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is AU$118 per night from 26 Oct to 27 Oct
AU$118
26 Oct - 27 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,194 reviews)
"Clean room, friendly staff I feel safe and comfortable."

Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Quality Hotel Dickson

Quality Hotel Dickson

4 out of 5
Corner Cape & Badham St., Dickson, ACT
The price is AU$142 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$142
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,005 reviews)
"Good property and great location for shopping and dining."

Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025

Quality Hotel Dickson
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson

4 out of 5
45 Dooring Street, Dickson, ACT
The price is AU$161 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$161
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and dry cleaning or laundry services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,003 reviews)
"On the whole quite good and in a convenient location for us. Asked for the room to be cleaned once and it was not done but all other times it was. Would stay there again."

Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
Canberra Parklands Central

Canberra Parklands Central

3.5 out of 5
6 Hawdon Place, Dickson, ACT
The price is AU$139 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$139
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Short Stay
"The apartment was as pictured, spacious and clean. Check-In was a breeze and the courtyard area is beautiful. Located near parks and only a short drive to the city!"

Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025

Canberra Parklands Central
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is AU$161 per night from 14 Nov to 15 Nov
AU$161
14 Nov - 15 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,032 reviews)
"Very clean rooms hotel helpful friendly staff Great gym ,, will be back again"

Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025

Deco Hotel
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is AU$169 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$169
9 Nov - 10 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (813 reviews)
"Lots of things in need of repair or even just a good coat of paint. Every time we needed to go to reception there was only one person behind the desk, so wait time was always long."

Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025

Rydges Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Dickson

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Lyneham

Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre while you're exploring the area.

Lyneham
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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
Australian War Memorial showing a memorial and flowers

Northern Canberra

4/5(1 area review)

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
Australian War Memorial showing a memorial and flowers

Canberra City Centre

4/5(1,992 area reviews)

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
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City East

While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

City East
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Bruce

You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.

Bruce

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