Acton

Canberra

Acton which includes modern architecture and a city
Acton featuring modern architecture and café scenes
Telstra Tower showing a city as well as children
Acton
Telstra Tower featuring views

The future starts today in Acton, Canberra’s energetic central neighbourhood on Lake Burley Griffin’s northern banks.

A university campus sprawls over the suburb, leaving busy cafés and bars in its wake. The city’s energetic student hub is a jumble of campus residences and nightlife hot spots. Check out nationally acclaimed museums and archives in this lively quarter. Go bush and explore Acton’s relaxing lakeside parklands. Black Mountain Peninsula is a popular spot, where walking trails and waterfront picnic spots set the scene for an easy afternoon barbecue.

Popular places to visit

National Museum of Australia featuring interior views

National Museum of Australia

4/5(5 reviews)

Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.

National Museum of Australia
Melbourne showing a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

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.

Lake Burley Griffin
Parliament House

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
National Gallery of Australia which includes interior views

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
Australian War Memorial

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
Questacon

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

Things to do

Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

S$52
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

S$17
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

S$114
per adult
Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

S$58
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney

Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney

S$1,511
per adult
Private Canberra Day Tour from Sydney
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

S$217
per adult
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
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Top hotels in Acton

The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is S$128 per night from 1 Aug to 2 Aug
S$128
1 Aug - 2 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (853 reviews)
"no 24hr reception"

Reviewed on 24 Jul, 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is S$194 per night from 30 Jul to 31 Jul
S$194
30 Jul - 31 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,028 reviews)
Beautiful, modern hotel, spacious
"Fantastic hotel. Modern, clean, spacious and well priced. We stayed in king 1 bedroom apartment and there were 14 spots to sit in the living area! Kitchen facilities and even an office nook, opposite end to bedroom. Book breakfast night before for $28 pp buffet (STC) if you don't book through app. ..."

Reviewed on 27 Jul, 2025

Deco Hotel
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is S$135 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
S$135
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,009 reviews)
Canberra winter
"Once again a fantastic place to stay. Great staff, smooth checkin, great super clean room! Breakfast is excellent and efficient."

Reviewed on 25 Jul, 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is S$127 per night from 17 Aug to 18 Aug
S$127
17 Aug - 18 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
7.6/10 Good! (746 reviews)
"A great hotel. Lovely pool 25m. Great eating area in the atrium. 25min walk to the Kingston foreshore. 15min walk to bus depot markets."

Reviewed on 27 Jul, 2025

Rydges Canberra
Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is S$97 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
S$97
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,189 reviews)
"The staff were so friendly and helpful during our stay. The room was absolutely fantastic, so comfortable and spacious. Dinner at the Atrium bar was delicious and really reasonably priced, and the buffet breakfast was amazing."

Reviewed on 28 Jul, 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG

4 out of 5
1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is S$139 per night from 24 Aug to 25 Aug
S$139
24 Aug - 25 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews)
2nd visit
"Second time we have stayed here. A great hotel with a layout that suits family's with small children. Great value with buffet breakfast. Our kids love it. Location is excellent. Parking underneath."

Reviewed on 25 Jul, 2025

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Acton

Australian War Memorial which includes a memorial and flowers

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.

Canberra City Centre
Australian War Memorial which includes a memorial and flowers

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.

Northern Canberra
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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
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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.

Braddon
National Portrait Gallery showing art and modern architecture

Parkes

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.

Parkes
Melbourne showing a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

Yarralumla

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

Yarralumla

Acton