Title: Richardson Travel Guide: Best of Richardson, Canberra Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Richardson](https://expedia.co.uk/Richardson-Canberra-Hotels.0-n553248634373814773-0.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)[Richardson Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Richardson.d553248634373814773.Car-Hire-Guide)[Richardson Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Richardson.d553248634373814773.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Richardson Travel Guide ## Canberra ## Visit Richardson Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Canberra travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra.dx6049663) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086767/b96d5378-5a5e-49ef-af8a-fd1c3cecd00c.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) ![Belconnen Town Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215777/8618d26b-8f26-4930-b330-0f3f5be8f5c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canberra Centre 4/5(11 reviews) During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Centre-Canberra.d6215777.Attraction) ![The University of Melbourne with Old Arts Clock-tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086751/542ced9b-e815-4c03-924c-73b383d2b27e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian National University 4.5/5(2 reviews) Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Australian-National-University-Acton.d6086751.Attraction) ![Australian War Memorial showing a pond and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086755/4b8af4ce-c82a-4b1d-a3d8-8373a20a4d94.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) ![Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336199/20b2eb1e-1250-4c85-8131-3f711ec600a1.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) ![Questacon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086789/ae45871f-2a21-44cd-ba3a-401b884e22a6.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) ### Things to do ![Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46520325/6286215b-baa3-4701-a94b-31c988706f3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John £31 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/personalised-sightseeing-in-canberra.a46520325.activity-details) ![Canberra Day Trip from Sydney](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1401353/942cac2b-f845-4d02-9bb3-c3885c572e75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canberra Day Trip from Sydney £104 per adult **96%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/canberra-day-trip-from-sydney.a1401353.activity-details) ![Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50035630/306915a1-1698-49c5-86a3-8ecc19f59eba.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course £20 per child [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/canberra-junior-tree-ropes-course.a50035630.activity-details) ![eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50516412/2ebe332f-40de-45f3-a5e6-4e740e8dbda1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package £8 per traveller [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/esim-airalo-oceania-e-sim-package.a50516412.activity-details) ![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 £34 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/spies-in-the-capital-women-in-espionage.a5127585.activity-details) ![Delight your senses with a $20 shopping voucher](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1406727/83acbb24-77b5-46d9-bf30-28d15476aaf4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop £32 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/ultimate-museum-experience-dine-tour-shop.a1406727.activity-details) [See all activities in Canberra](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Richardson ![Rydges Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7000/6937/04d2fabf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Canberra Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT £80 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.8/10 Good! (901 reviews) While it is a bit worn out the bed was very comfortable, the aircon worked well (it was humid for Canberra) Staff were thoughtful and kind and the shower was great. Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=6937&PinnedHotelID=6937&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373814773) ![The Sebel Canberra Civic](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36440000/36438700/36438638/2c5bd17a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Sebel Canberra Civic 197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT £76 12 Apr - 13 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,024 reviews) Comfortable & clean. The bar/restaurant next door is excellent. Parking is the only problem - the parking station is difficult to get to. Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=12%2F04%2F2026&endDate=13%2F04%2F2026&selected=36438638&PinnedHotelID=36438638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373814773) ![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 £60 16 Apr - 17 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,002 reviews) Central to everything. Very clean and staff very helpful. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=16%2F04%2F2026&endDate=17%2F04%2F2026&selected=178917&PinnedHotelID=178917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373814773) ![Novotel Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/426700/426686/afa2a150_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Canberra 65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT £84 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 7.4/10 Good! (1,003 reviews) Everything was great! Guys on front desk were amazing - nothing was a hassle and very glad to help where they could. The only thing is parking with a tall 4WD can be tricky as high ceiling spots are quite limited. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=426686&PinnedHotelID=426686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373814773) ![Deco Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/36000000/35500000/35497500/35497437/09c63b3c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Deco Hotel 214 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT £89 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,046 reviews) Comfortable. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=35497437&PinnedHotelID=35497437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373814773) ![Pavilion on Northbourne](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/12300/12204/3ffc8476_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Pavilion on Northbourne 242 Northbourne Avenue Dickson ACT £62 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,204 reviews) Great all round hotel. Restaurant good, free parking a benefit. Rooms large and convenient. Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=12204&PinnedHotelID=12204&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634373814773) [See all 1,036 properties in Richardson](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=23%2F03%2F2026&endDate=24%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248634373814773) 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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If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Canberra Nature Park or Red Hill Nature Reserve. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Phillip.dx602900) ![Spring is here 😎](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/181555/15780e69-bc7c-4008-963e-8792c7b13215.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Narrabundah Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Narrabundah.dx181555) ![Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215772/66a376a4-a720-48fc-849d-9c41cbee87e7.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) ![Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn colours](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215772/66a376a4-a720-48fc-849d-9c41cbee87e7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Manuka While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Manuka.dx553248635976397499) ![Kingston showing modern architecture and a bridge](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/180366/d826ee46-9958-423e-a87b-12803a5ca4c6.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 Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Kingston.dx180366) ![Parliament House showing an administrative building](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086767/74fdd431-ed30-4395-96e8-709b3474a615.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 Old Parliament House might round out your trip. 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