Duffy Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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
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
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Our pick of the best Duffy Hotel Deals

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is AU$108 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$108
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,010 reviews)
A lot for what you get

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Novotel Canberra

Novotel Canberra

4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT
The price is AU$155 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
AU$155
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
Great location

Reviewed on 6 Mar 2026

Novotel Canberra
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is AU$158 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$158
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (895 reviews)
Breakfast on the weekend was busy but while the hot food was replenished, not so the pastries. The breakfast ran from 7-10am on the weekend and we were there on both Sat and Sunday between 7.30 and 8.30am. We did not see any top up on either day. Kids were running around and someone had dropped food ...

Reviewed on 2 Mar 2026

Rydges Canberra
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is AU$169 per night from 15 Mar to 16 Mar
AU$169
15 Mar - 16 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,048 reviews)
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Reviewed on 27 Feb 2026

Deco Hotel
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is AU$159 per night from 5 Apr to 6 Apr
AU$159
5 Apr - 6 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
Nice welcome

Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
The price is AU$142 per night from 8 Mar to 9 Mar
AU$142
8 Mar - 9 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,006 reviews)
Very comfortable and clean. Great location. Very quiet. Friendly staff. Only 4 minute walk to the Canberra Centre where you can also leave your car overnight. The only negative is the mini bar which was way too expensive. Would definitely stay again.

Reviewed on 25 Feb 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
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Other neighbourhoods around Duffy

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Phillip

Uncover some of the top draws of Phillip like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Canberra Nature Park or Red Hill Nature Reserve.

Phillip
Parliament House which includes an administrative building

Capital Hill

4.5/5(1,004 area reviews)

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
Manuka Shopping Centre featuring autumn colours

Manuka

While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.

Manuka
Manuka Shopping Centre featuring autumn colours

Griffith

Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.

Griffith
Autumnal landscape with colorful trees alley and Lake Burley Griffin the background. Bowen Park, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. Selective focus, shallow DOF

Barton

Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and East Basin while you're in town.

Barton
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Hawker

Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Hawker. You might consider stopping by The Pinnacle Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.

Hawker

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