Parkes

Canberra

National Portrait Gallery showing art and modern architecture
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Old Parliament House showing an administrative buidling
National Portrait Gallery featuring interior views and art

Popular places to visit

National Gallery of Australia featuring interior views

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.

National Gallery of Australia
Questacon

Questacon

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

Questacon
Old Parliament House

Old Parliament House

Tour this building to see where Australian politicians met and debated for over 60 years and learn about the history and workings of Australian democracy.

Old Parliament House
National Archives of Australia which includes interior views

National Archives of Australia

Browse millions of immigration records, photographs and old government files at Australia’s national repository of historical documents.

National Archives of Australia
National Library of Australia

National Library of Australia

Explore the collections of Australia’s biggest reference library to find books from all over the world, early European maps and documents from the first explorers.

National Library of Australia
Canberra which includes interior views

National Capital Exhibition

See the fascinating history of Canberra laid out for you through engaging and interactive exhibits in this modern, family-friendly museum.

National Capital Exhibition

Things to do

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour

P2,312
per adult
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders

Family Walking Tour in Canberra in Capital Wonders

P22,650
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

P2,312
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

P2,455
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

P711
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
Delight your senses with a $20 shopping voucher

Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)

P2,206
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
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Top hotels in Parkes

The Sebel Canberra Civic
The Sebel Canberra Civic
4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is P4,925 per night from 22 May to 23 May
P4,925
P5,418 total
May 22 - May 23
includes taxes & fees
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! (793 reviews)
Will be back
"Great location and facility. Convenient to everything. Front desk staff were exceptional"

Reviewed on May 13, 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Avenue Hotel Canberra
5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is P5,221 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
P5,221
P5,743 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Great stay, close to CBD and various restaurants and eateries. Room was excellent, as was the service."

Reviewed on May 15, 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Rydges Canberra
Rydges Canberra
4 out of 5
Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit, Forrest, ACT
The price is P5,483 per night from 23 May to 24 May
P5,483
P6,031 total
May 23 - May 24
includes taxes & fees
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! (710 reviews)
"Kids had a good staycation in town. Hotel pool area is a bit dated and corridor wall can do with a fresh paint job."

Reviewed on May 15, 2025

Rydges Canberra
Pavilion on Northbourne
Pavilion on Northbourne
4.5 out of 5
242 Northbourne Avenue, Dickson, ACT
The price is P3,821 per night from 25 May to 26 May
P3,821
P4,203 total
May 25 - May 26
includes taxes & fees
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! (1,197 reviews)
"Very central to City, restaurants ect . Bonus light rail just outside , short walk to tram stop.Bar , restaurant excellent."

Reviewed on May 17, 2025

Pavilion on Northbourne
Meriton Suites Canberra
Meriton Suites Canberra
5 out of 5
40 Allara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is P5,574 per night from 1 Jun to 2 Jun
P5,574
P6,131 total
Jun 1 - Jun 2
includes taxes & fees
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! (308 reviews)
"A beautiful new apartment building. Highly recommend"

Reviewed on May 16, 2025

Meriton Suites Canberra
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
4 out of 5
1 Binara Street, Canberra, ACT
The price is P4,861 per night from 24 May to 25 May
P4,861
P5,347 total
May 24 - May 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,008 reviews)
"Friendly staff Very helpful at all times Sukhjeev Rhianna Van and Amanda at reception"

Reviewed on May 12, 2025

Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
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Other neighbourhoods around Parkes

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Barton

Travelers come to Barton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lake Burley Griffin and Greek Orthodox Church of St Nicholas while you're in town.

Barton
Parliament House featuring an administrative buidling

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.

Capital Hill
Awesome food at Jamie Oliver's Italian Restaurant...

City East

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

City East
Kingston which includes modern architecture and a bridge

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 Lake Burley Griffin or The Cusack Centre.

Kingston
Australian War Memorial which includes flowers and a memorial

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.

Northern Canberra
Australian War Memorial which includes flowers and a memorial

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.

Canberra City Centre

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