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Popular places to visit

Parliament House

Parliament House

4.5/5(872 reviews)

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

4.5/5(871 reviews)

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

5/5(1,044 reviews)

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

4.5/5(448 reviews)

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

4.5/5(659 reviews)

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

4.5/5(1,470 reviews)

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
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
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

AU$209
per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
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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$121 per night from 9 Nov to 10 Nov
AU$121
9 Nov - 10 Nov
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! (1,186 reviews)
"Everything was close by that we needed. Always enjoy our stay. Great service, rooms very clean and beds are so comfy. I love it there."

Reviewed on 9 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$149 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$149
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,004 reviews)
"It's nice stay for us. Quiet and convenient place with many eateries around. Room is spacious and staff are friendly. Will recommend this hotel."

Reviewed on 7 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$170 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
AU$170
2 Nov - 3 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! (1,002 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$134 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$134
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (999 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 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$161
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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! (1,027 reviews)
Family getaway
"Close to everywhere"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Deco Hotel
ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

3 out of 5
203 Goyder Street, Narrabundah, ACT
The price is AU$98 per night from 23 Oct to 24 Oct
AU$98
23 Oct - 24 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.6/10 (1,022 reviews)
"Comfortable beds"

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

ibis Styles Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Dickson

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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
Acton featuring a city and modern architecture

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.

Acton
Australian War Memorial which includes interior views and a memorial

Campbell

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Campbell. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian War Memorial or Anzac Parade.

Campbell

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