Watson
Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
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.
Lake Burley Griffin
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
Things to do
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
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Other neighbourhoods around Watson
Dickson
Well-liked for its restaurants and shopping, you might stop by National Hockey Centre and Netball ACT while you're exploring Dickson and the surrounding neighborhoods.
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.
Mitchell
While there might not be top attractions in Mitchell, you can explore the larger area and discover places like Wattle Park Uniting Church and Capital Region Farmers Market.
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.
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.