City West Travel Guide
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.
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.
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.
Top hotels in City West
QT Canberra
QT is a revamped Rydges Eaglehawk. The rooms and modernised and comfortable although our bathroom was showing signs of mould in the shower (that really just needed to be cleaned properly), Dyson hairdryers in-room was a nice touch as hotel hair dryers are usually rubbish. We had a room right right ...
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Novotel Canberra
Friendly staff and welcome
Reviewed on 7 Dec 2025
Quest Canberra
Lovely studio with a large versndah. Full modern facilities. Could not ask for more
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
Ovolo Nishi
Always wanted to stay in the Meandering Room since its inception as HotelHotel. Unfortunately the room was requiring maintenance with multiple of the cupboard separated from the hinges, hole in the bottom of the wall but the room was still beautiful none the less. The Monster Kitchen menu was limited ...
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
BreakFree Capital Tower
Excellent location for Floriade, shopping, restaurants and cafes.
Reviewed on 4 Oct 2025
Peppers Gallery Hotel Canberra
Wonderful staff and very comfortable room
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City West
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.
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.
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.
City West Travel Guide
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Questacon
- National Museum of Australia
- Lake Burley Griffin
- National Gallery of Australia
- Canberra Stadium
- National Convention Centre
- Old Parliament House
- Manuka Oval
- Telstra Tower
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Civic Square
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Cockington Green Gardens
- National Capital Exhibition
- Mount Stromlo Observatory
- National Library of Australia
