Downer 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.
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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 Downer
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Room clean & all we needed for overnight stay. Great location.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Very clean room
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
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
Hotel Realm
The hotel was very clean. Bed was comfortable. Food was great but definitely on the more expensive side. The only thing I will say is as we were staying 2 nights we did ask the housekeeping person outside our room when we were leaving for the day to make up our room. She replaced towels, however ...
Reviewed on 16 Nov 2025
Rydges Canberra
Great place to stay with children. Room was clean and tidy.
Reviewed on 28 Nov 2025
Abode Woden
Really nice accommodations! With a fully self-contained studio apartment, I had everything I needed including kitchenette and laundry. At a great price, too! Staff went over and above to be kind and helpful. Parking was convenient, right across the road - and because I stayed over the weekend, ...
Reviewed on 1 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Downer
Watson
Watson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve and Mount Majura Nature Reserve.
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.
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.
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
Downer Travel Guide
- Places of interest
- Choose Your Downer Hotel Style
- Hotels in top Canberra neighborhoods
- More trip options
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Museum of Australia
- Questacon
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Canberra Stadium
- National Gallery of Australia
- National Convention Centre
- Old Parliament House
- Manuka Oval
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- Telstra Tower
- Civic Square
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Mount Stromlo Observatory
- National Capital Exhibition
- National Archives of Australia
- Stromlo Forest Park
Choose Your Downer Hotel Style
Hotels Near Downer, Canberra
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