Forrest Travel Guide
Canberra

Visit Forrest
Stay near popular Forrest attractions
Things to do

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

Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, no entry fees.

Badass Women who Shaped the Nation: Women’s History Walking Tour

Spies and Secrets in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Top hotels in Forrest

Rydges Canberra
"I stayed there with my tween girls for a sleepover party hotel treat, the girls were obviously very excited but I did not feel like I had to be concerned for their behaviour in the hotel. We just were extremely accommodating to all families staying on the weekend. We had the most wonderful time. ..."
Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Deco Hotel
"Room was amazing the hotel is in great location."
Reviewed on 27 Aug 2026

A by Adina Canberra

The Sebel Canberra Civic
"Friendly staff and very decent price for CBD accomm. Parking overnight at Canberra Centre was only $8 (hotel QR code said $16 instead of the usual $40) which was a nice surprise. No room service but nice restaurant across foyer."
Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Where to stay in Forrest

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.

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.

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

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.

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
















