Downer
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 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.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewelry.
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.
Things to do
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Downer Hotel Deals
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
2 bdr unit was good, but beds in both bedrooms hard and lumpy. I went to Clark Rubber to buy a sponge mattress to sleep
Reviewed on Jan 14, 2026
ibis Styles Canberra
Staff were helpful. The room was ok.
Reviewed on Jan 15, 2026
Novotel Canberra
This hotel was pretty amazing. We had a pool and a wonderful Buffett breakfast in the morning. The rooms were clean. The fire alarm went off at three am. Someone was apparently smoking in their room. Everyone moved out in an orderly manner onto the street. But there wasn’t any hotel staff around ...
Reviewed on Jan 13, 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Good facilities
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Hotel Realm
Clean, smelled lovely and very functional
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
The room was exceptional. Spacious with a very comfy bed, 2!!! Good pillows each, and a luxurious bathroom.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Downer
Watson
Watson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve and Mount Majura Nature Reserve.
Dickson
Dickson is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Dickson Shops, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
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 you can see some sights in the area like Canberra Museum and Gallery and Civic Square.
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.
