West Canberra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in West Canberra

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Curtin

Uncover some of the top draws of Curtin like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Royal Australian Mint or Canberra Nature Park.

Curtin
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Weston

If you're spending some time in Weston, Molonglo River Reserve and ACT Baha'i Centre are top sights worth seeing.

Weston
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Holder

While Holder may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stromlo Forest Park and Narrabundah Hill Reserve.

Holder
Statesman Hotel

Statesman Hotel

3.5 out of 5
Cnr Strangways & Theodore Streets, Curtin, ACT
The price is AU$125 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$125
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 3 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Convenient to where I was working, comfortable bed, great shower pressure and onsite bistro, with good food. All good."

Reviewed on 10 Sep. 2025

Statesman Hotel
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is AU$143 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
AU$143
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,012 reviews)
"Staff very friendly helpful"

Reviewed on 5 Sep. 2025

Deco Hotel
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is AU$169 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
AU$169
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (776 reviews)
"Great room. breakfast was great, safe motel the kids loved the pool."

Reviewed on 8 Sep. 2025

Rydges Canberra
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Architectural Comfy 2B&2B suite with garden view close to lake & Shopping Centre

Architectural Comfy 2B&2B suite with garden view close to lake & Shopping Centre

Yarralumla
Stay at this vacation home in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions National Gallery of Australia and Canberra Centre ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (10 reviews)
"great value property in a quiet location - lots of room"

Reviewed on 23 Aug. 2025

Architectural Comfy 2B&2B suite with garden view close to lake & Shopping Centre
A 5-Star Waterfront Home, Yarralumla

A 5-Star Waterfront Home, Yarralumla

Yarralumla
Stay at this vacation home in Canberra. Enjoy free breakfast, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions National Gallery of Australia and Canberra ...
10/10 Exceptional! (2 reviews)
"Overall good stay. Location was good. Larger area for all guests to be comfortable. Heating was great. Dishwasher did not work. Messaged property manager and they insisted it was working. There was no power going into the dishwasher at all. No solutions throughout the stay.Had to use external lighter ..."

Reviewed on 11 Jul. 2025

A 5-Star Waterfront Home, Yarralumla
Serenity at Stromlo modern apartment @Wright

Serenity at Stromlo modern apartment @Wright

Wright
Stay at this apartment in Canberra. Enjoy a fitness center, laundry facilities, and balconies. Popular attractions National Gallery of Australia and Stromlo ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (14 reviews)
Lovely
"Easy excess, clean apartment, nice view"

Reviewed on 14 Apr. 2025

Serenity at Stromlo modern apartment @Wright
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Popular places to visit

Royal Australian Mint showing interior views as well as a large group of people

Royal Australian Mint

Visit the building where every single coin in the country is made, learn about the production process and browse through a huge collection of coins.

Royal Australian Mint
National Arboretum Canberra

National Arboretum Canberra

4.5/5(224 reviews)

Take the family on an outing to National Arboretum Canberra during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and charming cafes in this romantic area.

National Arboretum Canberra

National Zoo and Aquarium

4.5/5(232 reviews)

Make time in your itinerary to visit the sea creatures at National Zoo and Aquarium during your visit to Canberra. Amble around this family-friendly area's lakeside and enjoy its top-notch restaurants.

National Zoo and Aquarium

Embassy of Netherlands

After visiting Embassy of Netherlands, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Embassy of Netherlands

Royal Canberra Golf Club

Enjoy a round of golf in Canberra at Royal Canberra Golf Club. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Royal Canberra Golf Club

Embassy of Greece

Embassy of Greece is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Discover the restaurants and art scene in this relaxing area.

Embassy of Greece

Activities

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

AU$209
per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

AU$209
per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
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: Best of Wildlife Tour

Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour

AU$135
per adult
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

AU$38
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Contentious Character Urban Winery Fyshwick

2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch

AU$270
per adult
2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
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Cities near West Canberra

Parliament House which includes landscape views and an administrative building

Canberra