Northern Canberra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A large Ferris wheel with colorful lights at night, surrounded by a field of purple and blue flowers.
A large reflective sphere in a park with a lake and colorful flowers in the foreground.
A vibrant flower garden with a variety of colorful blooms, including blue, yellow, and white flowers, and a large mural on a building in the background.
A memorial wall with red poppies and a statue of a man in a suit.
A large building with a central dome and arched windows, surrounded by a symmetrical courtyard with a reflecting pool.

Stay near popular Northern Canberra attractions

A symmetrical building with arched windows and a central dome, surrounded by a reflective water feature with floating objects.

Australian War Memorial

9.6/10 (2,512 reviews)
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
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Activities

Beautiful view of the Canberra in Australia

Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney

AU$189
per adult
Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney
Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour, All Major Attractions, Some Hotel Pickups

AU$69
per adult
Canberra Day Tour, All Major Attractions, Some Hotel Pickups
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

AU$60
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

AU$21
per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

AU$69
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

AU$38
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
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Our pick of the best Northern Canberra Hotel Deals

The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
The price is AU$154 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$154
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,105 reviews)
"Great location, right in the middle of the city centre. Walking distance to cafes and restaurants, and lake Burley Griffin."

Reviewed on 25 July 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is AU$160 per night from 26 July to 27 July
AU$160
26 July - 27 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,074 reviews)
"Room and service"

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Deco Hotel
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street Canberra ACT
The price is AU$185 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
AU$185
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
Meriton Suites Canberra
Canberra Accommodation Centre

Canberra Accommodation Centre

2 out of 5
210 Northbourne Ave Braddon ACT
The price is AU$90 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$90
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 3 meeting rooms. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the overall value in their reviews. ...
Canberra Accommodation Centre
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is AU$167 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$167
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,001 reviews)
"Great room. Very comfortable and clean. Friendly and helpful staff at front desk. Conveniently located in walking distance to Civic and Lonsdale St restaurants and cafes."

Reviewed on 18 July 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
QT Canberra

QT Canberra

4 out of 5
6 Marcus Clarke St Canberra ACT
The price is AU$146 per night from 2 Aug to 3 Aug
AU$146
2 Aug - 3 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful staff in ...
QT Canberra
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Our guide on where to stay in Northern Canberra

Find the best Northern Canberra areas for the activities you enjoy most.
A panoramic view of a city with a river, mountains, and a forested area.

Canberra City Centre

The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Canberra City Centre. A stop by Canberra Museum and Gallery or Canberra Theatre Centre might round out your trip.

A park with a hexagonal fence, trees, and a distant tower.

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.

A red brick building with large arched windows and a sign that says "For Lease".

Braddon

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Canberra Contemporary Art Space or Ainslie Arts Centre might round out your trip.

A cityscape with a large lake, modern buildings, and distant mountains.

Belconnen

Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Belconnen Arts Centre or Lake Ginninderra while you're exploring the area.

A modern building with a unique triangular roof and a flagpole.

Queanbeyan

Visitors to Queanbeyan enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre is worth a stop.

Northern Canberra Travel Guide

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