Forrest Travel Guide

Canberra

Popular places to visit

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Parliament House

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Parliament House
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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.

Australian War Memorial
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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.

National Museum of Australia
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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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National Dinosaur Museum

Get to know the giants of prehistoric times at this interesting and educational museum, packed with displays about the unique history of the Australian continent.

National Dinosaur Museum

Things to do

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Canberra Day Trip from Sydney

£99
Per adult
94% of travellers recommend
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
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Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney

£940
Per adult
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney
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Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

£120
Per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
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Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

£26
Per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
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Private Canberra Scenes Tour From Sydney

£733
Per adult
Private Canberra Scenes Tour From Sydney
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Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

£11
Per adult
100% of travellers recommend
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
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Top hotels in Forrest

Pavilion on Northbourne
Pavilion on Northbourne
4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is £62 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£62
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,218 reviews)
"Affordable & central"

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

Pavilion on Northbourne
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is £68 per night from 17 May to 18 May
£68
per night
17 May - 18 May
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews)
"Will be staying here again. Just bring slippers"

Reviewed on 3 May 2024

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Rydges Canberra
Rydges Canberra
4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is £84 per night from 10 May to 11 May
£84
per night
10 May - 11 May
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
7.6/10 Good! (498 reviews)
"Very spacious all areas."

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2024

Rydges Canberra
Deco Hotel
Deco Hotel
4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is £82 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£82
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast and room service. Our guests praise the breakfast and the restaurant in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,005 reviews)
"Loved our stay. Excellent service all round and very convenient location. Highly recommend."

Reviewed on 5 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 £85 per night from 2 Jun to 3 Jun
£85
per night
2 Jun - 3 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, room service and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (565 reviews)
Canberra City Stay.
"Close to Civic shopping center. Room generous size. Shower good pressure and water temp good, need 2 towels and washers. Lovely thick soft towels. Excellent size tv. Pillows not great. Soft and mushy. No support. Quiet and dark room. Parking 10 min walk away. Able to drop of luggage before and walk ..."

Reviewed on 4 May 2024

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
4 out of 5
1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is £97 per night from 12 May to 13 May
£97
per night
12 May - 13 May
Stay at this family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool and breakfast. Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
"Located in the heart of the city, everything was in walking distance with a large shopping centre nearby making it super easy for us to get around. Room size was generous for a family of 4 and whilst the facilities are a little run down, it was still clean and offered all of the amenities and needs ..."

Reviewed on 28 Apr 2024

Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Forrest

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
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
Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours

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.

Griffith
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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
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
Royal Australian Mint as well as a small group of people

Deakin

You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.

Deakin

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