Mawson 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.
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Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Pavilion on Northbourne
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Deco Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Mawson
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 Isaacs Ridge Nature Reserve.
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.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to The Cusack Centre and Manuka Oval might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
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.
Yarralumla
Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Royal Canberra Golf Club or Lake Burley Griffin while you're exploring the area.
- Places of interest
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- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- National Gallery of Australia
- Canberra Hospital
- Australian War Memorial
- Questacon
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Museum of Australia
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Canberra Stadium
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Convention Centre
- University of Canberra
- Manuka Oval
- Old Parliament House
- Canberra Theatre Centre
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Commonwealth Park
- Civic Square
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Telstra Tower
- Stromlo Forest Park
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Tulip Top Gardens
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Mount Ainslie
- Royal Australian Mint