O'Connor 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 O'Connor
Alivio Tourist Park Canberra
The location of this accommodation is its best asset. It is set amongst bushland with a view of Black Mountain and is a short drive into the city.
Reviewed on 21 Nov 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Good
Reviewed on 9 Dec 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Great
Reviewed on 12 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
Such a beautiful hotel … love staying here
Reviewed on 8 Dec 2025
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Everything was amazing!
Reviewed on 12 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around O'Connor
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.
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.
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.
O'Connor Travel Guide
- Places of interest
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- 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
