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 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.
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.
Activities
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
Our pick of the best Phillip Hotel Deals
Abode Woden
Room was spotless and staff friendly
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Abode Phillip
Clean and quiet
Reviewed on 15 Nov 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Clean room, nice staff restaurant only Monday to Friday but good range of food options. Very close to the city.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
We stayed for one night on our way out of town. The front desk staff were friendly and efficient. Rooms were clean. The bathrooms could do with an update but for the price it was just what you’d expect and need. Breakfast had a good range of hot and cold foods.
Reviewed on 24 Nov 2025
Hotel Realm
The hotel was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Food was great but definitely on the more expensive side. The only thing I will say is as we were staying 2 nights we did ask the housekeeping person outside our room when we were leaving for the day to make up our room. She replaced towels, however ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Deco Hotel
Hotel is not close to high street ect but is well equipped with restaurant and gym
Reviewed on 25 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Phillip
Garran
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garran and surrounding area, you can visit Canberra Nature Park and Royal Australian Mint.
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.
Yarralumla
Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Lake Burley Griffin or Royal Canberra Golf Club while you're exploring 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.
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.
