Parkes Travel Guide

Canberra
Parkes

Popular places to visit

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Questacon

5/5(1 review)

Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

Questacon
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National Gallery of Australia

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.

National Gallery of Australia
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Old Parliament House

4.5/5(5 reviews)

Tour this building to see where Australian politicians met and debated for over 60 years and learn about the history and workings of Australian democracy.

Old Parliament House
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National Library of Australia

4/5(2 reviews)

Explore the collections of Australia’s biggest reference library to find books from all over the world, early European maps and documents from the first explorers.

National Library of Australia
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National Capital Exhibition

See the fascinating history of Canberra laid out for you through engaging and interactive exhibits in this modern, family-friendly museum.

National Capital Exhibition
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National Archives of Australia

Browse millions of immigration records, photographs and old government files at Australia’s national repository of historical documents.

National Archives of Australia

Things to do

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Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

£99
Per adult
96% of travellers recommend
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
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Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

£31
Per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
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Canberra: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour

£89
Per adult
Canberra: Beer, Wine, and Spirits Tasting Tour
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Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney

£940
Per adult
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney
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From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

£128
Per adult
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
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LGBTQIA+ History Walking Tour

£26
Per adult
LGBTQIA+ History Walking Tour
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Top hotels in Parkes

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is £55 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£55
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Fantastic place and would recommend wholeheartedly"

Reviewed on 11 May 2024

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Pavilion on Northbourne
Pavilion on Northbourne
4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £62 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£62
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,204 reviews)
"Quit and comfortable room service excellent"

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

Pavilion on Northbourne
Deco Hotel
Deco Hotel
4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is £82 per night from 19 May to 20 May
£82
per night
19 May - 20 May
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,004 reviews)
"Great"

Reviewed on 13 May 2024

Deco Hotel
The Sebel Canberra Civic
The Sebel Canberra Civic
4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is £80 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£80
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (571 reviews)
Canberra on the doorstep
"Location was central to the attractions we wished to see. having to park offsite was a drawback.Coffee shop on ground floor - excellent."

Reviewed on 14 May 2024

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is £87 per night from 26 May to 27 May
£87
per night
26 May - 27 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"We’ve always stayed here for comfort and convenience. Whilst this is still our preferred city motel in Canberra I feel a few things have dropped off. The pillows are not so comfy. The basic room used to have a Nespresso and nice products in the bathroom whereas now they don’t. I’ve been a little ..."

Reviewed on 10 May 2024

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is £94 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£94
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, an outdoor pool and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Convenient accommodation"

Reviewed on 12 May 2024

Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkes

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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.

Barton
Parliament House showing an administrative building

Capital Hill

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Capital Hill
Kingston showing modern architecture and a bridge

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.

Kingston
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Northern Canberra

Northern Canberra is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Canberra Museum and Gallery and Civic Square, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Canberra.

Northern Canberra
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Canberra City Centre

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Canberra City Centre
Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours

Manuka

While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.

Manuka

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