Popular places to visit
Canberra Centre
During your trip to Canberra, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.
National Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening at National Convention Centre during your trip to Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art scene and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Theatre Centre
Enjoy a show at Canberra Theatre Centre, a storied theater in Canberra. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Civic Square
You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Museum and Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Canberra Museum and Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Glebe Park
Glebe Park 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 shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Top hotels in City East
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
Very happy with the hotel, staff and the room. 2nd visit to this hotel and will use again.
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
The Sebel Canberra Civic
The location was so close to Canberra Centre with overnight subsidised parking available in the shopping centre for when we arrived during the day on Friday followed by easy weekend parking for free after 6 and all day Sunday. The room was super spacious, we had a king bed. All the amenities were ...
Reviewed on Dec 14, 2025
Meriton Suites Canberra
I cannot fault anything besides the cobwebs outside on the balcony and windows, other than that the staff were great and helpful and the place was immaculate
Reviewed on Dec 15, 2025
Quest Canberra City Walk
Very helpful front desk, clean room with all you need in a small kitchenette. Wonderfully close to the best shopping in Canberra and restaurants to enjoy. We will be back.
Reviewed on Nov 30, 2025
A by Adina Canberra
Quiet, clean
Reviewed on Dec 3, 2025
Little Drifter Canberra
Clean. Great price.
Reviewed on Nov 13, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around City East
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
