Griffith Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Manuka Shopping Centre
Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.
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.
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
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
Our pick of the best Griffith Hotel Deals
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Other neighbourhoods around Griffith
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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.
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.
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 Canberra Baptist Church 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.
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- More holiday ideas
- Manuka Oval
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Parliament House
- Australian National University
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Centre
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Canberra Hospital
- National Museum of Australia
- Questacon
- National Gallery of Australia
- Canberra Stadium
- University of Canberra
- National Dinosaur Museum
- National Convention Centre
- Civic Square
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Commonwealth Park
- Australian Institute of Sport
- Old Parliament House
- Australian Defence Force Academy
- Telstra Tower
- Albert Hall
- Royal Australian Mint
- Canberra Museum and Gallery
- National Library of Australia
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Questacon – National Science & Technology Centre
- Cockington Green
- Brindabella Hils Winery