Kingston

Canberra

Kingston featuring a bridge and modern architecture
Kingston showing street scenes and signage
Kingston
Kingston showing fall colors and city views
Kingston
The buildings of this foreshore, once a Canberra industrial hub, have been transformed into a welcoming urban lakeside community.

Stroll or cycle around rejuvenated Kingston to find lovely things to eat, drink, see and buy. Situated on Lake Burley Griffin next to a large nature reserve, this Canberra suburb has great destinations for drinking coffee, shopping and dining. World-wide cuisine is available, with interesting new restaurants opening up regularly.

Kingston is around 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) from Canberra’s city centre. The lake is fed by Jerrabomberra Creek which flows from the south. Visit Green Square to taste local delights. Look for a city garden square, framed by bars, pubs and restaurants and more than a few cafés.

Walk or ride your bike along the Kingston Foreshore. Dine at one of its popular upmarket restaurants along with other area families. The area is rapidly transforming into an arty urban precinct and a destination for people from all over Canberra and other parts of the world. Select from a collection of modern hotels here and look over Lake Burley Griffin every morning when you awake.

Search for precious gifts and treasures at the Old Bus Depot Markets, held every Sunday in an old industrial warehouse. Find clothing, jewellery, homewares, collectibles, books, art, flowers and food. Many Canberra residents make these markets a weekend ritual. Just next door, visit the unique Canberra Glassworks, where you can see glass artists at work making beautiful objects. Buy an exquisite one-of-a-kind gift or even learn how to make these treasures yourself.

Take a journey back into a different era at the Canberra Railway Museum. It exhibits lovingly restored steam engines along with carriages, photography, memorabilia and the remains of the old rail yard. See how people got around in the old days you might be lucky enough to take a short trip on one of the antique locomotives.

Typical of leafy Canberra, throughout Kingston are numerous trees and green spaces in which to relax. Bus stops are dotted around and metered parking is available in the vicinity of the foreshore.


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Top hotels in Kingston

Knightsbridge Canberra
Knightsbridge Canberra
4 out of 5
3 Leichhardt Street, Kingston, ACT
The price is P6,194 per night from 22 Mar to 23 Mar
P6,194
P6,814 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 22 - Mar 23
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews)
"Excellent, quiet property in a great location"

Reviewed on Mar 5, 2025

Knightsbridge Canberra
Abode Kingston
Abode Kingston
4 out of 5
14 Kennedy Street, Kingston, ACT
The price is P5,442 per night from 27 Mar to 28 Mar
P5,442
P5,986 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 27 - Mar 28
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (594 reviews)
"Great location"

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2025

Abode Kingston
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
3.5 out of 5
30 National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
Fully refundable
The price is P3,276 per night from 31 Mar to 1 Apr
P3,276
P3,604 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 31 - Apr 1
Stay at this 3.5-star business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,003 reviews)
"Geeat location"

Reviewed on Mar 6, 2025

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Meriton Suites Canberra
Meriton Suites Canberra
5 out of 5
40 Allara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is P5,604 per night from 20 Mar to 21 Mar
P5,604
P6,165 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 20 - Mar 21
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a 24-hour front desk, and a fireplace in the lobby. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (257 reviews)
"Great!"

Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Meriton Suites Canberra
The Sebel Canberra Civic
The Sebel Canberra Civic
4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is P4,981 per night from 16 Mar to 17 Mar
P4,981
P5,480 total
includes taxes & fees
Mar 16 - Mar 17
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! (751 reviews)
Nice view
"Overall good"

Reviewed on Mar 11, 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Rydges Canberra
Rydges Canberra
4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is P4,626 per night from 6 Apr to 7 Apr
P4,626
P5,088 total
includes taxes & fees
Apr 6 - Apr 7
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a sauna. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
7.6/10 Good! (682 reviews)
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Reviewed on Mar 9, 2025

Rydges Canberra
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Manuka Shopping Centre which includes autumn leaves

Manuka

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Check out the restaurants, shopping, and forests while spending some time in Forrest. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Manuka Shopping Centre or Manuka Oval.

Forrest
Parliament House featuring an administrative buidling

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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.

Capital Hill
National Portrait Gallery which includes art and modern architecture

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.

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Fyshwick

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Fyshwick

Kingston