Manuka Travel Guide
Canberra
Popular places to visit
Manuka Shopping Centre
Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.
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.
Top hotels in Manuka
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
The room we were given had such an overwhelming smell of odour chemicals on entering the room. Also had the shower over the bath. We were given another room which was the Boardroom. Super big and fun with the Presidental desk and chair, The ensuite was tiny for such a grand room. We paid for breakfast ...
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
East Hotel
Only issue was the airconditioning. It was a bit warm and pad in room said 18 degrees. Checked with reception and told, they control settings and was 20 degress and only activated with movement. That explained we hot at night, no movement and no airconditiing. Asked to adjust to 18 and stay on. However, ...
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Pinnacle Apartments
Amazing comfortable beds and bedding and while unit was very homely the only fault was that even thou it wasn't summer there isn't an a/c unit in the main bedroom,only a pedestal fan, it was 29 degrees and felt hot,I'd hate to think how hot it would get in that bedroom in a 35 degree plus day!!
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Manuka Park Apartments
Great location, short walk to the shops and pub for a great meal. We had a 2 bedroom accessible apartment on the ground floor. Just enough space for 4 adults Full kitchen, very well equipped, plus a washer and dryer The bedrooms dont really offer enough circulation space if you are a full time wheelchair ...
Reviewed on 23 Sept 2025
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
We’ve stayed in this property numerous times over the years. We have stayed in various apartments within the complex and each time we haven’t been disappointed. The appartments a good but a bit dated but when maintained.
Reviewed on 13 Oct 2025
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Kingston
Lovely garden and a quiet stay. The rooms were exceptionally clean and spacious. The indoor pool was much enjoyed by the kids
Reviewed on 20 Jun 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Manuka
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.
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.
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.
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.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Capital Public Golf Course and The Cusack Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Garran
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Garran and surrounding area, you can visit Canberra Nature Park and Royal Australian Mint.
Manuka Travel Guide
- Manuka Oval
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- 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
- Old Parliament House
- Civic Square
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Telstra Tower
- Cockington Green Gardens
- Stromlo Forest Park
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Mount Ainslie
- Embassy of the United States of America
