Forrest 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
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
2 People - Indulgence Wine Tasting with Matched Elements Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Forrest
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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.
Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Greek Orthodox Church of St Nicholas while you're in town.
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.
Deakin
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.
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.
- Places of interest
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- More holiday ideas
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- Canberra Centre
- National Gallery of Australia
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- Questacon
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Canberra Stadium
- Australian Institute of Sport
- National Museum of Australia
- National Convention Centre
- Lake Burley Griffin
- University of Canberra
- Manuka Oval
- Old Parliament House
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- Civic Square
- Commonwealth Park
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Telstra Tower
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Tulip Top Gardens
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Royal Australian Mint
- Mount Ainslie
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