Title: Watson Travel Guide: Best of Watson, Canberra Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Watson](https://expedia.co.uk/Watson-Canberra-Hotels.0-n6320444-0.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)[Watson Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Watson.d6320444.Car-Hire-Guide)[Watson Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Watson.d6320444.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Watson Travel Guide ## Canberra ## Visit Watson 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 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 During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries 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 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 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 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://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086757/dead227d-84d3-4f97-992e-578d09788cd0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### National Gallery of Australia 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 ![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) ![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 £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/spies-in-the-capital-women-in-espionage.a5127585.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 £11 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/australian-institute-of-sport-the-ais-tour.a1245003.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 £33 per adult [](https://expedia.co.uk/things-to-do/badass-women-of-canberra-meet-the-women-who-shaped-the-nation.a4950104.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 £35 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) [See all activities in Canberra](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Top hotels in Watson ![ibis budget Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9440000/9433900/9433808/fb631ae9_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### ibis budget Canberra 15 Tay Street Watson ACT £46 22 Feb - 23 Feb includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Friendly staff, great amenities, great location Reviewed on 4 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=22%2F02%2F2026&endDate=23%2F02%2F2026&selected=9433808&PinnedHotelID=9433808&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6320444) ![Canberra Carotel Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/8000000/7600000/7590300/7590288/1558f2c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Canberra Carotel Motel 170 Aspinall St Watson ACT Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Capital Region Farmers Market and Mount Majura are located nearby. 8/10 Very Good! (70 reviews) Thank you very much. Staff were friendly and helpful. Reviewed on 31 Dec 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=7590288&PinnedHotelID=7590288&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6320444) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=7590288&PinnedHotelID=7590288&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6320444) ![Red Cedars Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9629800/9629725/2f368736_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Red Cedars Motel Stirling Ave Watson ACT Stay at this motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and laundry facilities. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 7.8/10 Good! (595 reviews) Cheap but reasonable Reviewed on 27 Sept 2025 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=9629725&PinnedHotelID=9629725&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6320444) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=24%2F02%2F2026&endDate=25%2F02%2F2026&selected=9629725&PinnedHotelID=9629725&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6320444) ![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 £48 27 Feb - 28 Feb 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! (1,005 reviews) Room was clean and staff were polite and courteous. Would have liked a microwave in the room. Otherwise all good. Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=178917&PinnedHotelID=178917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6320444) ![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 £88 27 Feb - 28 Feb 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! (1,012 reviews) The hotel is in a great location. We arrived early and were able to check in straight away. We were given a free upgrade to a beautiful room that had a kitchenette and lounge area. The room was spotlessly clean and quiet. Bed was comfy and black out curtains ensured a good sleep. I would definitely ... Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=27%2F02%2F2026&endDate=28%2F02%2F2026&selected=9071416&PinnedHotelID=9071416&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6320444) ![Novotel Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/426700/426686/b06056b4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Canberra 65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT £82 15 Feb - 16 Feb 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. ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,009 reviews) Overall good Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=15%2F02%2F2026&endDate=16%2F02%2F2026&selected=426686&PinnedHotelID=426686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=6320444) [See all 1,091 properties in Watson](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=11%2F02%2F2026&endDate=12%2F02%2F2026®ionId=6320444) 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-Dickson.dx6131231) ![Braddon showing landscape views, a sunset and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7372/488c6b4e-9935-4811-8547-2b3841bfff3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Braddon Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Braddon. Make a stop by top sights like Canberra Contemporary Art Space while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Braddon.dx7372) ![Floriade NightFest showcased the amazing flora festival under a new light. #night #flora #ferriswheel](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131239/27758e34-e092-41ba-ae9e-bc95ed658e39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Northern-Canberra.dx6052178) ![D CANberra Mt Pan closer uWide](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633975834849/005dbdb4-a12f-4cd9-8b5d-3d6a2bbf489d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-Canberra-City-Centre.dx553248633975834849) ![Everyone's read about Nassim Nicholas Taleb's book, Black swan, right? Well only few have seen one! Beautiful sunset on Canberra's lake. Nos that much visited by tourists, canberra is well worth it. it was a planned city, build from nothing at the beginning of the century. It is a cyclist paradise, with beautiful cycling lane away from traffic. Cycling round the lake can be a great weekend idea. Jogging or hiking round it can be a fantastic objective too. a bit of an oldy picture so sorry for the pixels! #Canberra #Australia #sunset #lifeatExpedia #cycling #Swan #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/786/2ff1aee9-7283-4364-85a4-226fb8020b1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### City East While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Canberra-City-East.dx553248635976705735) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Bruce You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium. 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