Canberra Airport Travel Guide
Canberra
Visit Canberra Airport
Popular places to visit
Canberra Centre
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.
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
Australian National University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
Top hotels in Canberra Airport
Vibe Hotel Canberra
Staff were very helpful and proactive.
Reviewed on 26 Apr 2026
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
The shower has no pressure all the rest was ok.
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Positioned central to city. Clean and good value.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Rydges Canberra
As there were a lot of guests on Sunday, the buffet breakfast hot dishes were cold and there were a lack of staff cleaning tables and making coffee. Seemed disorganised. The following breakfast was better with warner food and not so busy. The room was satisfactory, but shower did not drain very well ...
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location
Reviewed on 20 Apr 2026
Pavilion on Northbourne
The Pavilion is the only place we stay on our frequent trips to Canberra - quiet, clean, wonderful bar and restaurant and very comfortable!
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Canberra Airport
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and Merchant Navy Memorial while you're in town.
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.
Griffith
Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
