Watson

Canberra

Popular places to visit

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
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

Things to do

Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

S$113
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
Full Day Private Shore Tour in Canberra

Full Day Private Tour in Canberra from Canberra hotels

S$416
per adult
Full Day Private Tour in Canberra from Canberra hotels
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

S$17
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

S$54
per adult
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay

Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay

S$91
per adult
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay
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Top hotels in Watson

ibis budget Canberra
ibis budget Canberra
3 out of 5
15 Tay Street, Antill Street, Watson, ACT
The price is S$69 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
S$69
22 Jun - 23 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Smokers were sitting in front of the property late night talking loudly. The smoking zone needs to be isolated and away from the building."

Reviewed on 6 Jun, 2025

ibis budget Canberra
Rydges Canberra
Rydges Canberra
4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is S$133 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
S$133
20 Jun - 21 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (723 reviews)
"Staff were great. Room a little dated but overall ok, tv should have more options rather than stream cast which is glitchy. For the money paid would expect more, Breakfast also not impressed in terms of quality and clearly short staffed. They were run off their feet and clearly not able to keep up. ..."

Reviewed on 13 Jun, 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$126 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
S$126
20 Jun - 21 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a health club. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (816 reviews)
"Great apartment with amazing comfortable bed! Wish I had one at home. Main bus stop to go across to Parliament/NGA downstairs and easy walk to Canberra Civic and ANU. Recommend"

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is S$84 per night from 20 Jun to 21 Jun
S$84
20 Jun - 21 Jun
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews)
"Clean and up to date property I like it that’s why I went there again"

Reviewed on 7 Jun, 2025

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Pavilion on Northbourne
Pavilion on Northbourne
4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is S$91 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
S$91
22 Jun - 23 Jun
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! (1,171 reviews)
"I do love the internal garden."

Reviewed on 14 Jun, 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is S$142 per night from 22 Jun to 23 Jun
S$142
22 Jun - 23 Jun
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! (1,003 reviews)
"The Avenue was a great city stay, our room was comfortable, staff were very friendly and car parking was very convenient. I would definitely stay here again .."

Reviewed on 10 Jun, 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Other neighbourhoods around Watson

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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.

Dickson
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Lyneham

Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by National Hockey Centre or EPIC while you're exploring the area.

Lyneham
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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
Australian War Memorial featuring 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
Australian War Memorial featuring 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
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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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