Acton

Canberra

Acton which includes modern architecture and a city
Acton featuring modern architecture and café scenes
Telstra Tower showing a city as well as children
Acton
Telstra Tower featuring views
The future starts today in Acton, Canberra’s energetic central neighbourhood on Lake Burley Griffin’s northern banks.

A university campus sprawls over the suburb, leaving busy cafés and bars in its wake. The city’s energetic student hub is a jumble of campus residences and nightlife hot spots. Check out nationally acclaimed museums and archives in this lively quarter. Go bush and explore Acton’s relaxing lakeside parklands. Black Mountain Peninsula is a popular spot, where walking trails and waterfront picnic spots set the scene for an easy afternoon barbecue.

Popular places to visit

Melbourne showing a city, heritage architecture and night scenes

Lake Burley Griffin

4.5/5(12 reviews)

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.

Lake Burley Griffin
National Museum of Australia featuring interior views

National Museum of Australia

4/5(5 reviews)

Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.

National Museum of Australia
Parliament House

Parliament House

4.5/5(17 reviews)

Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Parliament House
Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial

5/5(14 reviews)

Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

Australian War Memorial
National Gallery of Australia which includes interior views

National Gallery of Australia

4.5/5(4 reviews)

Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.

National Gallery of Australia
Questacon

Questacon

5/5(1 review)

Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

Questacon

Things to do

Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

S$17
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

S$50
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay

Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay

S$92
per adult
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay
Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure

Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure

S$935
per adult
Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

S$53
per adult
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

S$56
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
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Top hotels in Acton

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is S$134 per night from 4 May to 5 May
S$134
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on 15 Apr, 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
The Sebel Canberra Civic
The Sebel Canberra Civic
4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is S$126 per night from 16 Apr to 17 Apr
S$126
includes taxes & fees
16 Apr - 17 Apr
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a health club, and a business center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (764 reviews)
"The room was equipped with everything we needed (although, had to ask for a 2nd wine glass as there was only one), it was quiet, with a very comfortable bed, lovely clean bathroom & a wonderful Sri Lankan restaurant just across the road If there was parking on site I would have given it 5 stars - ..."

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Deco Hotel
Deco Hotel
4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is S$141 per night from 27 Apr to 28 Apr
S$141
includes taxes & fees
27 Apr - 28 Apr
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,002 reviews)
"The parking turns are a tad tight for larger vehicles."

Reviewed on 13 Apr, 2025

Deco Hotel
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
The price is S$121 per night from 4 May to 5 May
S$121
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
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! (1,001 reviews)
"Good location for the Press Club, walkable, good dining options, reasonable prices"

Reviewed on 12 Apr, 2025

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Pavilion on Northbourne
Pavilion on Northbourne
4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is S$98 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
S$98
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 Apr
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (1,221 reviews)
"1. Scored an early check in, even though I didn’t ask for one. Always glad when that happens. 2. For a loud atrium, I was a shocked at how quiet my room was. 3. I wouldn’t mind if you asked your laundry contractors to add a couple Downy beads along with the pillow cases as they get washed."

Reviewed on 14 Apr, 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Hotel Realm
Hotel Realm
5 out of 5
18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is S$158 per night from 4 May to 5 May
S$158
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,002 reviews)
"great location to attend wedding"

Reviewed on 10 Apr, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Acton

Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

Canberra City Centre

4.5/5(17 area reviews)

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.

Canberra City Centre
Australian War Memorial featuring a memorial and flowers

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.

Northern Canberra
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City East

While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

City East
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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.

Braddon
National Portrait Gallery showing modern architecture and art

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.

Parkes
Melbourne showing a city, night scenes and heritage architecture

Yarralumla

Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Lake Burley Griffin or Albert Hall while you're exploring the area.

Yarralumla

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