Watson

Canberra

Popular places to visit

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
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

Things to do

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$923
per adult
Enchanting Melbourne: A Family Walking Adventure
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

S$17
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk

Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk

S$2,159
per adult
Batemans Bay: 3-Day Murramarang South Coast Walk
Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders

Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders

S$449
per adult
Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide

S$55
per adult
Women's History Walking Tour with Local Guide
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Top hotels in Watson

ibis budget Canberra
ibis budget Canberra
3 out of 5
15 Tay Street, Antill Street, Watson, ACT
The price is S$68 per night from 4 May to 5 May
S$68
includes taxes & fees
4 May - 5 May
Stay at this 3-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
7/10 Good! (998 reviews)
"Always friendly clean"

Reviewed on 24 Mar, 2025

ibis budget Canberra
Canberra Carotel Motel
Canberra Carotel Motel
2 out of 5
170 Aspinall St, Watson, ACT
The price is S$214 per night from 9 Apr to 10 Apr
S$214
includes taxes & fees
9 Apr - 10 Apr
Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Mount Majura Nature Reserve and EPIC are located nearby.
8/10 Very Good! (61 reviews)
"We enjoyed our stay at Canberra Carotel Motel. I highly recommend this place. The below suggestions are to help make it even better. The stove needs to be replaced as some burners didn’t work and the others weren’t working well. Also, Wifi quality was low and if we didn’t have enough mobile coverage, ..."

Reviewed on 9 Feb, 2025

Canberra Carotel Motel
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Lovely hotel conveniently located near restaurants. The only downside was the bed which I found to be too soft."

Reviewed on 1 Apr, 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
The price is S$140 per night from 21 Apr to 22 Apr
S$140
includes taxes & fees
21 Apr - 22 Apr
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! (1,000 reviews)
"Having to choose an alternative destination due to the Gold Coast cyclone were staying at the hotel for 5 nights as a mini holiday rest due. We picked Canberra to explore and counted on it being a quiet stay. The apartment allocated for our stay was directly over the area where huge garbage trucks ..."

Reviewed on 31 Mar, 2025

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
The Sebel Canberra Civic
The Sebel Canberra Civic
4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is S$128 per night from 17 Apr to 18 Apr
S$128
includes taxes & fees
17 Apr - 18 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! (763 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
ibis Styles Canberra
ibis Styles Canberra
3 out of 5
203 Goyder Street, Narrabundah, ACT
The price is S$143 per night from 25 Apr to 26 Apr
S$143
includes taxes & fees
25 Apr - 26 Apr
Book a stay at this golf hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
6.6/10 (1,000 reviews)
"All good"

Reviewed on 29 Mar, 2025

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Other neighbourhoods around Watson

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Dickson

Uncover some of the top draws of Dickson like its restaurants and shopping. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by National Hockey Centre or Netball ACT.

Dickson
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Lyneham

Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by National Hockey Centre or EPIC while you're exploring the area.

Lyneham
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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
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
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
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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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