Forrest
Canberra
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Full Day Private Tour in Canberra from Canberra hotels
3 Hour Historical Tour of Canberra on VR BUS for Schools
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
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Rydges Canberra
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Forrest Hotel and Apartments
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The Sebel Canberra Civic
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Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Pavilion on Northbourne
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Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
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Other neighborhoods around Forrest
Manuka
If you're spending some time in Manuka, Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Barton
Travelers come to Barton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lake Burley Griffin and Merchant Navy Memorial while you're in town.
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 The Cusack Centre or Lake Burley Griffin.
Deakin
You'll enjoy the restaurants and monuments in Deakin. You might want to make time for a stop at Royal Australian Mint or Red Hill Nature Reserve.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.
- Australian National University
- Parliament House
- Canberra Centre
- National Gallery of Australia
- Australian War Memorial
- Questacon
- National Zoo and Aquarium
- National Museum of Australia
- Old Parliament House
- Manuka Shopping Centre
- National Dinosaur Museum
- Telstra Tower
- National Arboretum Canberra
- Mount Ainslie
- Royal Australian Mint