Franklin 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.
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 Franklin
Deco Hotel
This was an overnight say while visiting family in the area. Very well appointed. Very comfortable.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Clean rooms and adequate parking. Restaurant seemed disorganised but the food was tasty. Lots of families around.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Rydges Canberra
Lots of things in need of repair or even just a good coat of paint. Every time we needed to go to reception there was only one person behind the desk, so wait time was always long.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Reception not so welcoming. Room a/c fan noisy. Noises in the night.
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
QT Canberra
Good, quiet location, helpful and friendly staff. Large, comfortable bed. Outdated room decor and bathroom, aircon unit old, limited wall sockets to charge phones/accessories etc.
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Pavilion on Northbourne
Clean room, friendly staff I feel safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Franklin
Gungahlin
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Gungahlin. You might consider stopping by Mulanggari Grasslands Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighbourhood.
Lyneham
Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre while you're exploring the area.
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.
Bruce
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Bargang while you're exploring 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.
Franklin Travel Guide
- 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
- Mount Ainslie
- Embassy of the United States of America
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