Title: Forrest Travel Guide: Best of Forrest, Canberra Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Forrest](https://expedia.co.uk/Forrest-Canberra-Hotels.0-n7375-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Canberra](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Canberra](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Forrest Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Forrest.d7375.Car-Hire-Guide)[Forrest Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Forrest.d7375.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Forrest Travel Guide ## Canberra ## Visit Forrest Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Canberra travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra.dx6049663) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Parliament House](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499946-capital-hill.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parliament House 4.5/5(17 reviews) Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Parliament-House-Capital-Hill.d6086767.Attraction) ![Australian War Memorial](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/499000/499952-canberra.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian War Memorial 5/5(14 reviews) Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Australian-War-Memorial-Campbell.d6086755.Attraction) ![Questacon](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117944-Questacon-National-Science-And-Technology-Centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Questacon-Canberra.d6086789.Attraction) ![National Museum of Australia which includes interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/42000/42692-National-Museum-Of-Australia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Museum of Australia 4/5(5 reviews) Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewelry. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Museum-Of-Australia-Acton.d6086763.Attraction) ![Melbourne showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/39000/39875-Federation-Square.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Burley Griffin 4.5/5(12 reviews) Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Burley-Griffin-Canberra.d6336199.Attraction) ![National Gallery of Australia showing interior views](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117963-National-Gallery-Of-Australia.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/National-Gallery-Of-Australia-Parkes.d6086757.Attraction) ### Things to do ![Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5127585/67a30955-1f70-49cb-b932-6606e4f59959.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage £32 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/spies-in-the-capital-women-in-espionage.a5127585.activity-details) ![Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/4950104/92939dde-6bce-4839-a35a-981a7e8d9811.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation £32 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/badass-women-of-canberra-meet-the-women-who-shaped-the-nation.a4950104.activity-details) ![AIS Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1245003/82f4faa9-be51-4f13-95fb-ba2cc7b14cf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour £10 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/australian-institute-of-sport-the-ais-tour.a1245003.activity-details) ![Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48439406/714471c7-7fcc-4a01-8b34-c8e48463ba46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines £34 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/guided-tree-ropes-course-experience-in-majura-pines.a48439406.activity-details) ![Building + Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1404447/2ace564f-f24c-4724-a785-bb7322b688c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily £10 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/building-architecture-tour-10am-daily.a1404447.activity-details) ![Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48213543/c351f88a-ffd4-430f-906d-2971973e0d0c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour £67 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/canberra-kangaroos-and-koala-experience-tour.a48213543.activity-details) [See all activities in Canberra](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Forrest ![Forrest Hotel and Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/179000/178917/86d686ed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Forrest Hotel and Apartments 30 National Circuit Forrest ACT £45 13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Clean & comfortable. Thank you Reviewed on 27 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F01%2F2026&endDate=14%2F01%2F2026&selected=178917&PinnedHotelID=178917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7375) ![Rydges Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7000/6937/70982c18_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Canberra Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT £66 13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 7.8/10 Good! (847 reviews) I did not take breakfast Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F01%2F2026&endDate=14%2F01%2F2026&selected=6937&PinnedHotelID=6937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7375) ![ibis Styles Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/70000/62700/62676/f70d47b3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis Styles Canberra 203 Goyder Street Narrabundah ACT £49 16 Jan - 17 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 6.8/10 (1,014 reviews) Staff were amazing Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F01%2F2026&endDate=17%2F01%2F2026&selected=62676&PinnedHotelID=62676&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7375) ![Abode Woden](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/7000000/6850000/6847500/6847444/5faa4e5e_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Abode Woden 10 Bowes Street Phillip ACT Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay £63 19 Jan - 20 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (1,990 reviews) room is clean and stuff is ok. Reviewed on 29 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F01%2F2026&endDate=20%2F01%2F2026&selected=6847444&PinnedHotelID=6847444&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7375) ![Meriton Suites Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90270000/90264000/90263931/ca3fc6d9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Meriton Suites Canberra 40 Allara Street Canberra ACT £71 18 Jan - 19 Jan 2026 includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a 24-hour front desk and a fireplace in reception. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (404 reviews) Clean room and bathroom.very friendly and responsive staff. Will book again when in Canberra. Reviewed on 24 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=18%2F01%2F2026&endDate=19%2F01%2F2026&selected=90263931&PinnedHotelID=90263931&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7375) ![Avenue Hotel Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9080000/9071500/9071416/f5793b06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avenue Hotel Canberra 80 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT £80 13 Jan - 14 Jan 2026 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! (1,004 reviews) big room good facility Reviewed on 22 Dec 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=13%2F01%2F2026&endDate=14%2F01%2F2026&selected=9071416&PinnedHotelID=9071416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=7375) [See all 1,051 properties in Forrest](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=31%2F12%2F2025&endDate=01%2F01%2F2026®ionId=7375) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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[](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Manuka.dx553248635976397499) ![Parliament House showing an administrative building](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117775-Canberra.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Capital-Hill.dx6052186) ![Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/118000/118022-Manuka-Shopping-Centre.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Griffith Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Griffith.dx181553) ![Default Image](https://mediaim.expedia.com/destination/9/e798f84bd70fd55008183ce33fc215cd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Barton Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Merchant Navy Memorial while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Barton.dx180408) ![Kingston showing modern architecture and a bridge](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117777-Canberra.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Kingston Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Kingston.dx180366) ![National Portrait Gallery showing modern architecture and art](https://a.travel-assets.com/findyours-php/viewfinder/images/res70/117000/117792-Canberra.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parkes You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Parkes.dx6131239) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Forrest Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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