Symonston Travel Guide
Canberra
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Top hotels in Symonston
Sundown Villas
"Everything was great and on point. - price was reasonable - rooms were spacious enough - clean and tidy throughout- especiallly kitchen and bathroom - parking very clise to accommodate - Afer hours contact was reasonable - I didn't get to use the pool or BBQ areas but was available too. Definitely ..."
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
Canberra Holiday Village
"Cabin was good but not cleaned properly. We found that the floor is not mopped and is really dirty. Cocroch are to be found."
Reviewed on 8 Apr 2026
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
"good"
Reviewed on 31 May 2026
The Sebel Canberra Civic
"Pet friendly polite. Central location"
Reviewed on 25 May 2026
Deco Hotel
"Great hotel, highly recommend."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Novotel Canberra
"Great hotel I recommend"
Reviewed on 24 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Symonston
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.
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.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
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.
