Watson 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.
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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 Watson
ibis budget Canberra
We were after a low cosr night's accommodation and this property ticked all the boxes. Dont stay here if you want 4 star luxury, but we had a good night and will stay there again in the future.
Reviewed on 30 Nov 2025
Canberra Carotel Motel
Great quiet place and kids had space to run around. Loved it
Reviewed on 15 Sept 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Room clean & all we needed for overnight stay. Great location.
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Everything was perfect <3
Reviewed on 2 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
Other neighbourhoods around Watson
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.
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.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
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.
Watson Travel Guide
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- Australian War Memorial
- Canberra Hospital
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- Questacon
- National Museum of Australia
- Lake Burley Griffin
- Canberra Stadium
- National Gallery of Australia
- 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
- Stromlo Forest Park
- National Archives of Australia
- Mount Ainslie
