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
Telstra Tower which includes night scenes, a city and a lake or waterhole
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

The University of Melbourne with Old Arts Clock-tower

Australian National University

4.5/5(2 reviews)

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.

Australian National University
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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
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
Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling

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
Belconnen Town Centre

Canberra Centre

4/5(11 reviews)

During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area.

Canberra Centre
Australian War Memorial showing a pond and heritage architecture

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

Things to do

Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John

S$54
per adult
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package

S$13
per traveller
eSIM: Airalo Oceania e-Sim Package
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

S$34
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

S$224
per adult
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch

S$224
per adult
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

S$62
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
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Top hotels in Acton

Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is S$144 per night from 2 Apr to 3 Apr
S$144
2 Apr - 3 Apr
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free breakfast, free Wi-Fi and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
7.8/10 Good! (900 reviews)
While it is a bit worn out the bed was very comfortable, the aircon worked well (it was humid for Canberra) Staff were thoughtful and kind and the shower was great.

Reviewed on 9 Mar, 2026

Rydges Canberra
Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is S$99 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
S$99
27 Mar - 28 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews)
This is a motel, not a hotel. The photos on the property's listing don't accurately represent the actual property. It is generally clean but I found a couple of long hairs in my bed, and the grout on the shower floor is dirty or discolored, and the shelf in the bathroom was loose, causing items to ...

Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT
The price is S$127 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
S$127
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,012 reviews)
Nice and handy to everything in Canberra. Room was clean.

Reviewed on 15 Mar, 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is S$128 per night from 12 Apr to 13 Apr
S$128
12 Apr - 13 Apr
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! (1,002 reviews)
Gorgeous clean room and super comfy bed and walkable to shops restaurants and bars

Reviewed on 14 Mar, 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Novotel Canberra

Novotel Canberra

4.5 out of 5
65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT
The price is S$142 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
S$142
22 Mar - 23 Mar
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. ...
7.4/10 Good! (1,000 reviews)
Room was ok bit drab but nice to have a balcony

Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026

Novotel Canberra
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is S$136 per night from 29 Mar to 30 Mar
S$136
29 Mar - 30 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, breakfast (surcharge) and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (1,040 reviews)
Tops!

Reviewed on 11 Mar, 2026

Deco Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Acton

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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
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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
Braddon showing landscape views, a sunset and a small town or village

Braddon

The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Ainslie Arts Centre or Gorman Arts Centre might round out your trip.

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 Questacon.

Parkes
Australia featuring landscape views, general coastal views and tranquil 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

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