South Canberra

Travel Guide

Melbourne which includes night scenes, a square or plaza and a city
Australian Capital Territory featuring fall colors and a park
Royal Australian Mint featuring interior views
Royal Australian Mint featuring interior views
Parliament House featuring interior views, modern architecture and an administrative buidling

Where to stay in South Canberra

Kingston which includes modern architecture and a bridge

Kingston

Kingston is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Lake Burley Griffin or The Cusack Centre.

Kingston
Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn leaves

Manuka

If you're spending some time in Manuka, Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval are top sights worth seeing.

Manuka
Parliament House featuring an administrative buidling

Capital Hill

4/5(24 area reviews)

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.

Capital Hill
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Narrabundah

You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Narrabundah and you might want to plan a stop by Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre while you're in the area.

Narrabundah
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Forrest

Check out the restaurants, shopping, and forests while spending some time in Forrest. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Manuka Shopping Centre or Manuka Oval.

Forrest
Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn leaves

Griffith

Griffith is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while in the area.

Griffith
Rydges Canberra
Rydges Canberra
4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is SAR 341 per night from Aug 10 to Aug 11
SAR 341
SAR 375 total
10 Aug - 11 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (732 reviews)
"Stay was comfortable, convenient and enjoyable"

Reviewed on 3 July 2025

Rydges Canberra
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
5 out of 5
Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla, ACT
The price is SAR 442 per night from Jul 20 to Jul 21
SAR 442
SAR 486 total
20 Jul - 21 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Great position. Great breakfast. Friendly staff. Good sized rooms"

Reviewed on 8 July 2025

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
The price is SAR 380 per night from Aug 3 to Aug 4
SAR 380
SAR 417 total
3 Aug - 4 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
Friendly reception
"Receptionist Emma was extremely nice & friendly, very impressed."

Reviewed on 7 July 2025

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
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Pinnacle Apartments
Pinnacle Apartments
4 out of 5
11 Ovens Street, Griffith, ACT
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,563 reviews)
Large apartment close to facilities
"Well located an easy 5 minute walk to shops and restaurants in Kingston and Manuka. Can also walk to the lake and Parliamentary Triangle in 15 min. Easy free parking. Large and well-equipped unit, quiet area. Main room is well heated but bedrooms a little cold in the winter. Good value"

Reviewed on 1 July 2025

Pinnacle Apartments
Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking
Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking
3 out of 5
47 McMillan Cres, Griffith, ACT
Stay at this 3-star apartment in Canberra. Enjoy free parking, laundry facilities, and a pillow menu. Popular attractions The Cusack Centre and Jerrabomberra ...
8/10 Very Good! (4 reviews)
"Good location for my needs Could do with updating bathroom and air conditioning"

Reviewed on 25 March 2025

Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking
Manuka Park Apartments
Manuka Park Apartments
4 out of 5
1 Oxley St Griffith, Griffith, ACT
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,063 reviews)
"Comfortable stay, the bed was super nice. Close to shops and restaurants and to tourist sites"

Reviewed on 17 June 2025

Manuka Park Apartments
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Popular places to visit

Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling

Parliament House

4.5/5(48 reviews)

Parliament House is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Check out the spas and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Parliament House
National Gallery of Australia which includes interior views

National Gallery of Australia

4.5/5(34 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at National Gallery of Australia, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

National Gallery of Australia
Questacon

Questacon

4.5/5(6 reviews)

You can browse the exhibits at Questacon, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Questacon
Old Parliament House

Old Parliament House

4.5/5(17 reviews)

You can spend time studying the exhibits at Old Parliament House in Canberra. Check out the notable monuments and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Old Parliament House
Manuka Shopping Centre which includes street scenes and autumn leaves

Manuka Shopping Centre

4.5/5(4 reviews)

During your trip to Canberra, you can enjoy retail therapy at Manuka Shopping Centre. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the acclaimed art scene in this family-friendly area.

Manuka Shopping Centre
Royal Australian Mint showing interior views as well as a large group of people

Royal Australian Mint

Find out about the history of Canberra when you take a trip to Royal Australian Mint. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

Royal Australian Mint