West Canberra Travel Guide
Tourist Guide
Visit West Canberra
Where to stay in West Canberra
Curtin
Uncover some of the top draws of Curtin like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Royal Australian Mint or Royal Canberra Golf Club.
Weston
If you're spending some time in Weston, Molonglo River Reserve and ACT Baha'i Centre are top sights worth seeing.
Holder
While Holder may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Stromlo Forest Park and Narrabundah Hill Reserve.
Statesman Hotel
Had a great overnight stay. I always carry antiseptic wipes with me when travelling and wipe over switches, remotes, benches, and sinks and loos, as soon as I walk in the room. I very nicely surprised at how clean the room was. Cleanliness is my most important feature and I'm happy to say it was ...
Reviewed on 14 Oct 2025
Deco Hotel
Great experience overall, very clean and comfortable attentive staff and very clean
Reviewed on 19 Oct 2025
Rydges Canberra
Lots of things in need of repair or even just a good coat of paint. Every time we needed to go to reception there was only one person behind the desk, so wait time was always long.
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Great hotel, perfect room for my family of 4 adults, it’s usually hard to find an affordable option for 4 adults This hotel & room were great
Reviewed on 16 Oct 2025
Abode Woden
This hotel was immaculate. Staff were friendly and efficient. Room was light and spacious, and excellent value for money.
Reviewed on 12 Oct 2025
Abode Belconnen
Second time we have stayed here. Very nice rooms, nice and clean. Cannot fault!
Reviewed on 18 Oct 2025
Popular places to visit
Royal Australian Mint
Visit the building where every single coin in the country is made, learn about the production process and browse through a huge collection of coins.
National Arboretum Canberra
Take the family on an outing to National Arboretum Canberra during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants 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.
