Acton Travel Guide

Canberra

Acton
Acton
Acton
Acton
Acton

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

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
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 acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.

Canberra Centre
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
Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial

5/5(15 reviews)

Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

Australian War Memorial

Top hotels in Acton

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

Forrest Hotel and Apartments

3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is ₹6,711 per night from 7 May to 8 May
₹6,711
₹7,382 total
7 May - 8 May
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! (1,007 reviews)
Easy parking. Clean

Reviewed on 3 May 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 ₹9,507 per night from 7 May to 8 May
₹9,507
₹10,458 total
7 May - 8 May
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! (1,059 reviews)
Positioned central to city. Clean and good value.

Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Rydges Canberra

Rydges Canberra

4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT
The price is ₹8,398 per night from 29 May to 30 May
₹8,398
₹9,238 total
29 May - 30 May
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! (929 reviews)
Walkable location to bars and restraunts.

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Rydges Canberra
Pavilion on Northbourne

Pavilion on Northbourne

4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue Dickson ACT
The price is ₹7,326 per night from 6 May to 7 May
₹7,326
₹8,059 total
6 May - 7 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (1,202 reviews)
We stayed one night with breakfast the room was great ,clean and neat , we had dinner at the restaurant on the night and it was terrible we both had scotch fillet with muchroom sauce and neither of us could eat the meat and we told the wait staff to get a humph and he walked away not to be looked ...

Reviewed on 3 May 2026

Pavilion on Northbourne
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT
The price is ₹10,570 per night from 24 May to 25 May
₹10,570
₹11,627 total
24 May - 25 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
The Spa in the Spa Suite is amazing for 2 people!

Reviewed on 4 May 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Meriton Suites Canberra

Meriton Suites Canberra

5 out of 5
40 Allara Street Canberra ACT
The price is ₹62,389 per night from 7 May to 8 May
₹62,389
₹68,628 total
7 May - 8 May
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a sauna and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (481 reviews)
Nice stay!

Reviewed on 30 Apr 2026

Meriton Suites Canberra
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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
Northern Canberra

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
City East

City East

While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

City East
Braddon

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
Parkes

Parkes

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

Parkes
Yarralumla

Yarralumla

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

Yarralumla

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