Weston Travel 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.
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
National Dinosaur Museum
Get to know the giants of prehistoric times at this interesting and educational museum, packed with displays about the unique history of the Australian continent.
Activities
Full-Day Canberra Brewery, Wineries & Distillery tour /w lunch
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
LGBTQIA+ History Walking Tour
Private Canberra Scenes Tour From Sydney
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Other neighbourhoods around Weston
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 Red Hill 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.
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.
Forrest
Check out the restaurants, shopping and forests while spending some time in Forrest. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Manuka Shopping Centre or 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.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
- ACT Baha'i Centre
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Canberra Hospital
- National Museum of Australia
- Canberra Stadium
- National Gallery of Australia
- Questacon
- Manuka Oval
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Kosciuszko National Park
- National Convention Centre
- Old Parliament House
- University of Canberra
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Civic Square
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Commonwealth Park
- Telstra Tower
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- Royal Australian Mint
- Cockington Green
- National Arboretum Canberra
- National Archives of Australia
- National Capital Exhibition