Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in Barton
Hotel Realm
High quality hotel in a wonderful location close to Parliament House. A very easy walk to National landmarks and restaurants. The hotel was clean, comfortable and the staff were really helpful. I would be more than happy to stay at Hotel Realm again.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Brassey Hotel
Really cute place. Staff could be a little softer in their customer service, I called up to check what time the sauna hours were and I was put on hold for three minutes - after coming off hold I asked the question and had a one word answer. No follow up of reopening times. Otherwise it’s a really ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
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Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Very nice historical hotel that is a walking distance to the old Parliament. It's situated in the quiet part of Canberra. This is our second time at Hotel Kurrajong and after so many years, it still delivers great quality for the price. The sofa is adding a little bit the whole place is well ...
Reviewed on 11 Oct 2025
Little National Hotel Canberra
Favourite hotel chain
Reviewed on 7 Oct 2025
Deco Hotel
Great experience overall, very clean and comfortable attentive staff and very clean
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barton
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.
Capital Hill
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Capital Hill. A stop by Parliament House or National Archives of Australia might round out your trip.
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
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.
Barton Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Choose Your Barton Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Canberra neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- National Gallery of Australia
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- Questacon
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Canberra Stadium
- National Museum of Australia
- National Convention Centre
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Manuka Oval
- Old Parliament House
- Civic Square
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Telstra Tower
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Stromlo Forest Park
- National Arboretum Canberra
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