Turner
Canberra
Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
Lake Burley Griffin
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.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
National Gallery of Australia
Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.
Things to do
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Top hotels in Turner
Mantra MacArthur Canberra
Staff very friendly accomodating and corteous
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
The facilities were dated but serviceable.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
ibis Styles Canberra
Room was too small but its value for money.
Reviewed on 4 Jan, 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
Clean room and bathroom.very friendly and responsive staff. Will book again when in Canberra.
Reviewed on 24 Dec, 2025
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Beautiful property close to the cbd. Great spacious rooms and the balcony in ours was bigger than some of the hotel rooms these days. Would highly recommend and would book again gor future trips.
Reviewed on 2 Jan, 2026
Rydges Canberra
Our room was very clean and spacious the staff were friendly and very helpful.
Reviewed on 1 Jan, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Turner
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.
Canberra City Centre
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
Dickson
Dickson is popular for its ample dining options, and you might make a stop by Dickson Shops, a top place to visit in the area.
Bruce
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.
