West Canberra Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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Where to stay in West Canberra

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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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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 Royal Canberra Golf Club.

Curtin
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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$145 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
AU$145
24 Aug - 25 Aug
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Easy pre-checkin. Good dining downstairs. Close to attractions"

Reviewed on 25 Jul. 2025

Statesman Hotel
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is AU$168 per night from 8 Aug to 9 Aug
AU$168
8 Aug - 9 Aug
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! (1,006 reviews)
Comfortable atmosphere - great vibe
"We had a good stay at Deco Hotel. The overall experience was pleasant; clean rooms, comfortable atmosphere, and a nice vibe throughout. The staff were friendly and helpful, and if we needed anything, it taken care of efficiently. While we didn’t run into anything extraordinary, it was a solid and ..."

Reviewed on 3 Aug. 2025

Deco Hotel
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$152 per night from 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$152
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (858 reviews)
"Hotel right in the middle of the city and it served us for our 2 night stay. Hotel staff very helpful."

Reviewed on 29 Jul. 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
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Brilliant 3 bedroom home•garden views• •garage parking•walking distance to lake

Brilliant 3 bedroom home•garden views• •garage parking•walking distance to lake

Yarralumla, ACT
Stay at this vacation home in Canberra. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions National Gallery of Australia and Canberra Centre ...
Brilliant 3 bedroom home•garden views• •garage parking•walking distance to lake
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
Stylish Curtin Stay with Balcony Views

Stylish Curtin Stay with Balcony Views

Curtin
Stay at this vacation home in Canberra. Enjoy laundry facilities, balconies, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions National Gallery of Australia ...
Stylish Curtin Stay with Balcony Views
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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

Take the family on an outing to National Arboretum Canberra during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

National Arboretum Canberra

National Zoo and Aquarium

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 romantic 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

AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

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

Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

AU$69
per adult
Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

AU$38
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
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
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

AU$20
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
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
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Cities near West Canberra

Parliament House which includes landscape views and an administrative building

Canberra