Phillip 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.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
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 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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Phillip Hotel Deals
Abode Woden
The room was very clean and comfortable. I really enjoyed my stay and would love to stay at this hotel again next time.
Reviewed on 9 Jan 2026
Abode Phillip
Room was spotless and so clean
Reviewed on 28 Dec 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
The room was smaller than expected, but it was clean. As it was Summer Nats weekend.there was limited parking.
Reviewed on 12 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Canberra
Great stay
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Good facilities
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
Check in was easy. Room was spectacular.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Phillip
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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.
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.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
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.
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town.
