Kingston Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Kingston which includes a bridge and modern architecture
Kingston showing signage and street scenes
Kingston
Kingston featuring autumn colours and city views
Kingston

The buildings of this foreshore, once a Canberra industrial hub, have been transformed into a welcoming urban lakeside community.

Stroll or cycle around rejuvenated Kingston to find lovely things to eat, drink, see and buy. Situated on Lake Burley Griffin next to a large nature reserve, this Canberra suburb has great destinations for drinking coffee, shopping and dining. World-wide cuisine is available, with interesting new restaurants opening up regularly.

Kingston is around 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) from Canberra’s city centre. The lake is fed by Jerrabomberra Creek which flows from the south. Visit Green Square to taste local delights. Look for a city garden square, framed by bars, pubs and restaurants and more than a few cafés.

Walk or ride your bike along the Kingston Foreshore. Dine at one of its popular upmarket restaurants along with other area families. The area is rapidly transforming into an arty urban precinct and a destination for people from all over Canberra and other parts of the world. Select from a collection of modern hotels here and look over Lake Burley Griffin every morning when you awake.

Search for precious gifts and treasures at the Old Bus Depot Markets, held every Sunday in an old industrial warehouse. Find clothing, jewellery, homewares, collectibles, books, art, flowers and food. Many Canberra residents make these markets a weekend ritual. Just next door, visit the unique Canberra Glassworks, where you can see glass artists at work making beautiful objects. Buy an exquisite one-of-a-kind gift or even learn how to make these treasures yourself.

Take a journey back into a different era at the Canberra Railway Museum. It exhibits lovingly restored steam engines along with carriages, photography, memorabilia and the remains of the old rail yard. See how people got around in the old days you might be lucky enough to take a short trip on one of the antique locomotives.

Typical of leafy Canberra, throughout Kingston are numerous trees and green spaces in which to relax. Bus stops are dotted around and metered parking is available in the vicinity of the foreshore.


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Our pick of the best Kingston Hotel Deals

Abode Kingston

Abode Kingston

4 out of 5
14 Kennedy Street, Kingston, ACT
The price is AU$155 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$155
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (635 reviews)
"Good location. Breakfast over the toad in Kingston."

Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025

Abode Kingston
Knightsbridge Canberra

Knightsbridge Canberra

4 out of 5
3 Leichhardt Street, Kingston, ACT
The price is AU$169 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$169
19 Oct - 20 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,006 reviews)
"i was impressed by the friendly and helpful staff and the room was extremely spacious and comfortable."

Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025

Knightsbridge Canberra
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! (1,032 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$168 per night from 1 Nov to 2 Nov
AU$168
1 Nov - 2 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! (809 reviews)
"The receprion staff, especially Bella were amazing. All the dining staff looked after all our dietry needs and i.must commend the chef. The food was amazing.rooms lovely and the whole place smelt beautiful"

Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025

Rydges Canberra
Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is AU$102 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
AU$102
16 Nov - 17 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,009 reviews)
"Great place to stay"

Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
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! (1,186 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
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

Other neighbourhoods around Kingston

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
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Barton

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

Barton
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
National Portrait Gallery showing art and modern architecture

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.

Parkes
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Narrabundah

Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Capital Public Golf Course and The Cusack Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.

Narrabundah
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Fyshwick

Travellers like the museums in Fyshwick, and Lake Burley Griffin is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Fyshwick


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