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

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

S$32
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

S$221
per adult
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

S$59
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage

S$55
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage
Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

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

S$53
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Delight your senses with a $20 shopping voucher

Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)

S$53
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
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Top hotels in Acton

Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is S$116 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$116
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,006 reviews)
This was an overnight say while visiting family in the area. Very well appointed. Very comfortable.

Reviewed on 23 Oct, 2025

Deco Hotel
ibis Styles Canberra

ibis Styles Canberra

3 out of 5
203 Goyder Street, Narrabundah, ACT
The price is S$83 per night from 10 Nov to 11 Nov
S$83
10 Nov - 11 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.6/10 (1,039 reviews)
Clean rooms and adequate parking. Restaurant seemed disorganised but the food was tasty. Lots of families around.

Reviewed on 24 Oct, 2025

ibis Styles Canberra
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is S$144 per night from 16 Nov to 17 Nov
S$144
16 Nov - 17 Nov
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! (820 reviews)
Good

Reviewed on 21 Oct, 2025

Rydges Canberra
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is S$129 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$129
2 Nov - 3 Nov
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (915 reviews)
Reception not so welcoming. Room a/c fan noisy. Noises in the night.

Reviewed on 22 Oct, 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is S$100 per night from 2 Nov to 3 Nov
S$100
2 Nov - 3 Nov
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! (1,167 reviews)
Breakfast menu is too basic. Atrium decor very dated. But we will continue to choose this hotel for visits to the capital.

Reviewed on 27 Oct, 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Hotel Realm

Hotel Realm

5 out of 5
18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is S$171 per night from 13 Nov to 14 Nov
S$171
13 Nov - 14 Nov
includes taxes & fees
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)
Room was clean and functional. Restaurant in the hotel was so-so, price was reasonable

Reviewed on 22 Oct, 2025

Hotel Realm
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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