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.
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.
Australian National University
Enjoy the student vibe when you visit Australian National University during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art galleries and fascinating museums in this walkable area.
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 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 Manuka
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
Excellent location, close to the train station and a beautiful spot
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
East Hotel
Always good. Modern. Comfortable. Peaceful but convenient location.
Reviewed on 29 Apr 2026
Pinnacle Apartments
Excellent location, clean with access to parking. Ticked all the boxes.
Reviewed on 5 May 2026
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
The room was clean and in a very good location close to the Parliament House with parking facility. We as a family of 4 enjoyed our stay.
Reviewed on 10 Apr 2026
Manuka Park Apartments
Reasonable 2 bedroom unit in a very good location.
Reviewed on 2 May 2026
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Kingston
Clean room
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Manuka
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.
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.
Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and East Basin 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 Questacon or National Gallery of Australia.
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.
