Parkes Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

National Portrait Gallery showing art and modern architecture
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Old Parliament House featuring an administrative building
National Portrait Gallery which includes art and interior views

Popular places to visit

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 Archives of Australia featuring interior views

National Archives of Australia

So much more than just dusty collections of paper, the National Archives of Australia bring their millions of records to life, with tours, exhibitions and lectures.

National Archives of Australia
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
Canberra featuring interior views

National Capital Exhibition

See the fascinating history of Canberra laid out for you through engaging and interactive exhibits in this modern, family-friendly museum.

National Capital Exhibition

Activities

Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders

Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders

NZ$690
per adult
Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

NZ$71
per adult
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

NZ$22
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

NZ$76
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman

NZ$192
per adult
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk

Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk

NZ$2,794
per adult
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
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Our pick of the best Parkes Hotel Deals

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is NZ$192 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$192
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,007 reviews)
"Good standard accomodation in a very convenient location. Only criticism is that when we returned to the rooms after lunch for a rest they hadn’t been made up."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
The Sebel Canberra Civic
The Sebel Canberra Civic
4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$163 per night from 20 Apr to 21 Apr
NZ$163
includes taxes & fees
20 Apr - 21 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (766 reviews)
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"The Sebel is a great place to stay. It’s right in town and at close proximity to shops, library, restaurants and bus stop.Excellent staff and housekeeping.However,there is a safety hazard in the rooms with a step at the door leading to the bathrooms. A few times we stripped in the night and when ..."

Reviewed on 16 Apr. 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
The price is NZ$172 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$172
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (1,003 reviews)
Highly recommend
"Loved it. Fantastic spacious light filled apartment. So many dining options. Great location. Close to everything. Will definitely book there again for next Canberra trip."

Reviewed on 18 Apr. 2025

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Pavilion on Northbourne
Pavilion on Northbourne
4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is NZ$126 per night from 22 Apr to 23 Apr
NZ$126
includes taxes & fees
22 Apr - 23 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,226 reviews)
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Reviewed on 17 Apr. 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Hotel Realm
Hotel Realm
5 out of 5
18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is NZ$226 per night from 4 May to 5 May
NZ$226
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (1,000 reviews)
"great location to attend wedding"

Reviewed on 10 Apr. 2025

Hotel Realm
Meriton Suites Canberra
Meriton Suites Canberra
5 out of 5
40 Allara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is NZ$160 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
NZ$160
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a fireplace in the lobby. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (285 reviews)
Excellent customer service
"Receptionist is really professional and greet the customer cheerfully."

Reviewed on 15 Apr. 2025

Meriton Suites Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkes

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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
Parliament House showing an administrative building

Capital Hill

4.5/5(1,004 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
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City East

While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

City East
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
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Northern Canberra

4/5(1 area review)

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.

Northern Canberra
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Canberra City Centre

4/5(1,992 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.

Canberra City Centre

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