Capital Hill Travel Guide

Tourist Guide
Parliament House which includes an administrative building
Capital Hill
Parliament House featuring an administrative building and a sunset
Capital Hill
Parliament House featuring a lake or waterhole and an administrative building

Popular places to visit

Parliament House

Parliament House

4.5/5(872 reviews)

There are few parliaments that have such a dramatic view as Australia's second parliament to house its elected politicians, and so few that let the public in.

Parliament House
National Gallery of Australia which includes interior views

National Gallery of Australia

4.5/5(871 reviews)

The styles may be wide-ranging, and the content globe-spanning, but the National Gallery takes most pride in its stunning collections of native Australian art.

National Gallery of Australia
Questacon

Questacon

4.5/5(448 reviews)

The Questacon lets you walk on the wild side of science and technology, with over 200 exhibits tailored to get your heart pounding and your brain doing somersaults.

Questacon
Old Parliament House

Old Parliament House

4.5/5(395 reviews)

As the building most associated with political power in Australia, treading its one-time corridors of power can be both educational and a little thrilling.

Old Parliament House
National Library of Australia

National Library of Australia

4.5/5(211 reviews)

This library is about more than just books. It has maps and pictures, audio-clips and long-lost websites. And the occasional rock climber shimmying up its walls.

National Library of Australia
High Court of Australia

High Court of Australia

Observe justice in action at the highest court in the land inside a modern edifice on the banks of a tranquil lake.

High Court of Australia

Activities

Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk

Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk

NZ$2,815
Per adult
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay

Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay

NZ$120
Per adult
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay
Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course

NZ$72
Per adult
Canberra: Majura Pines Tree Ropes Course
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

NZ$253
Per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

NZ$66
Per adult
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders

Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders

NZ$660
Per adult
Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders
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Our pick of the best Capital Hill Hotel Deals

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
The price is NZ$183 per night from 8 Dec to 9 Dec
NZ$183
includes taxes & fees
8 Dec - 9 Dec
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"Would definitely come back to this hotel when next in Canberra staff were really helpful and nice could've maybe cleaned the shower floor a little better but from that everywhere in the room was spotless"

Reviewed on 16 Nov. 2024

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Rydges Canberra
Rydges Canberra
4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$167 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$167
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (607 reviews)
"Fine hotel"

Reviewed on 17 Nov. 2024

Rydges Canberra
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is NZ$116 per night from 22 Nov to 23 Nov
NZ$116
includes taxes & fees
22 Nov - 23 Nov
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Lack of Parking"

Reviewed on 18 Nov. 2024

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Hotel Realm
Hotel Realm
5 out of 5
18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is NZ$233 per night from 15 Dec to 16 Dec
NZ$233
includes taxes & fees
15 Dec - 16 Dec
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"Excellent venue for a group trip to Canberra and birthday celebration. Very friendly helpful staff!"

Reviewed on 15 Nov. 2024

Hotel Realm
Little National Hotel Canberra
Little National Hotel Canberra
4 out of 5
21 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is NZ$135 per night from 29 Nov to 30 Nov
NZ$135
includes taxes & fees
29 Nov - 30 Nov
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"Perfect smaller room with first class amenities. Huge comfy bed."

Reviewed on 10 Nov. 2024

Little National Hotel Canberra
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
5 out of 5
Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla, ACT
The price is NZ$270 per night from 16 Dec to 17 Dec
NZ$270
includes taxes & fees
16 Dec - 17 Dec
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
"Fantastic comfy"

Reviewed on 13 Nov. 2024

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
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Other neighbourhoods around Capital Hill

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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
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Forrest

Check out the restaurants, shopping and forests while spending some time in Forrest. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighbourhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Manuka Shopping Centre or Manuka Oval.

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
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
Melbourne showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Yarralumla

Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Lake Burley Griffin or Royal Canberra Golf Club while you're exploring the area.

Yarralumla

Capital Hill Travel Guide

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