Canberra/North Canberra

The area is well connected by road. From the city, to get to places such as Dickson, use A23 Northbourne Avenue north while if you're heading to Campbell, use Parkes Way but east.

North Canberra is the only place where some form of public transport that is not bus transport passes through. While Walter Burley Griffin's original 1912 plan had plans to incorporate a tram network in Canberra, it took over 107 years for that to finally happen. Today, the tram line runs from Civic (or the city) passing through A23 Northbourne Avenue before terminating north in Gungahlin. The largest interchange in North Canberra is the 1 Dickson Interchange, right next to the Dickson Shops.

Anzac Parade is not just an important street in North Canberra but for Canberra as a whole (and some may even say it's one of Australia's most important streets). Up the northern end of it is the Australian War Memorial, but what you may not have been aware of is the smaller memorials. These can either be in commemoration of specific warfare forces like the Royal Australian Air Force, broad categories of workers such as the Australian Service Nurses National Memorial, or after wars like the Boer War Memorial.

Not many people walk this itinerary, but if you're really into learning about wartime history, this rather short and easy itinerary along Anzac Parade and back is a great way to do just that. Anzac Parade is only 1.1 km one way, so the distance is not very long either.

The obvious choice for where to start is the Australian War Memorial, where there's an abundance of parking slots available, as parking is limited towards the southern end near Lake Burley Griffin.

1 Australian War Memorial (AWM), Treloar Cres, ☏ +61 2 6243 4211. Daily: museum 10AM-5PM, shop 10AM-4:30PM, café 9AM-4PM. Not just a memorial, this is one of Australia's premier museums, covering Australian military history from the Federation to the present day and including fascinating exhibits of equipment, memorabilia, and battle dioramas. You could easily spend a full day here (it has a cafe, or bring a picnic lunch if the weather is nice and sit on the lawns at the front). Anzac Parade, leading up to the War Memorial has several memorials to different wars and those involved in wars. Free entry, allow 4–7 hours. The AWM opens its large storage warehouse in the industrial suburb of Mitchell to the public once every few years (usually in September or October), and this is a must-see event for people interested in military history. A Last Post Ceremony paying tribute to one of the soldiers on the Roll of Honour is held at 4:45PM every day, just before the memorial closes to the public for the day. Attendance at the ceremony is free but must be booked in advance due to the limited number of spaces. Every first and third Wednesday of the month from February to November, Australia's Federation Guard mounts a catafalque party at the Tomb of the Unknown Australian Soldier and performs a precision military drill as the catafalque party is dismounted as part of the Last Post Ceremony. The AWM is mid-way through a major expansion, and many of its galleries are closed. Free. (updated Jul 2026)

After you've spent some time in the Australian War Memorial, head out to War Memorial Carpark and cross the Fairbairn Avenue roundabout where Anzac Avenue starts. For the purpose of this itinerary, this article will cover the route from the perspective of being on the left side of the road.

15 Australian Defence Force Academy (ADFA), Northcott Drive, Campbell, ☏ +61 2 6268 6000. While the grounds of ADFA are open to the public they are of little interest to travellers. There's an excellent collection of books on military history in the ADFA library, and the library also sometimes has small exhibitions of historic items on its upper level. If you happen to be around in the area on the last Saturday in August, the Academy's open day is worth checking out – it boasts interesting displays of current military hardware, including armoured vehicles and helicopters, and displays of military marching and infantry tactics by the cadets.

16 Royal Military College, Duntroon (enter via Staff Cadet Avenue or Robert Campbell Road). The Australian Army's officer training academy was established in 1911 and pre-dates the city of Canberra by two years. Its grounds are open to the public, though access to most buildings is restricted. The Changi Chapel, halfway along Miles Road, was constructed by Australian prisoners of war being held in Singapore during World War II and was moved to Duntroon following the war.

17 Russell Offices, Russell Drive, Russell. This large office complex houses the administrative headquarters of the Australian Defence Force and the Department of Defence. While none of its buildings are open to the public, visitors can walk around the area. The large Australian-American Memorial is the only sight of any interest, however.

There are several golf clubs in North Canberra.

1 Royal Military College Golf Club, 6 Calculus Lane, Campbell, ☏ +61 2 5131 1731, rmcgc@bigpond.com. An 18-hole par 70 course set within the defence grounds of Duntroon. The public is permitted to play via booking, and the course hosts regular club and social competitions. Facilities include a small clubhouse, equipment hire, and an outdoor barbecue area. Green fees from $30. (updated Jul 2026)

2 Yowani Country Club, 455 Northbourne Avenue, Lyneham, ☏ +61 2 6241 3377, golf@yowani.com.au. An 18-hole par 70 parkland course featuring tree-lined fairways, bunkering, and active water hazards. The site includes on-site self-contained accommodation units, a fully licensed clubhouse, a pro shop, and bowling greens. Open to members and social players daily. Green fees from $45. (updated Jul 2026)

North Canberra has many parks, but most of them are just for residents rather than for travellers or visitors.

Canberra's most important lookout (or overlook in American English); 18 Ainslie Lookout isn't exactly in North Canberra (it's in the District of Majura if you're curious), but the only way to access the lookout that's 843 metres in elevation via road is via North Canberra. Here you can see a perfectly aligned view of the Australian War Memorial, the center of Anzac Parade, the Museum of Australian Democracy (in Old Parliament House) and Parliament House itself too —rather impressive planning by Burley Griffin!

If you're driving to Mount Ainslie, just enter "20 Mount Ainslie Dr" into your GPS and it should work, but otherwise Mount Ainslie Drive should also get you to the top, but there are several bushwalking trails that you can hike to reach the top.

Another important lookout in North Canberra is 19 Mount Majura, to the north of Mount Ainslie, access to the peak is by walking tracks only. Despite there being a service road, it is not available for use by the public. One of the popular walking trails starts near Antill Street in Watson and is a great way to go bushwalking without having to drive to Country ACT.

20 Haig Park. Haig Park is a park in the suburbs of Braddon and Turner near Northbourne Avenue. The park is named to honour Earl Haig, the Commander-in-Chief of the British Expeditionary Forces during the First World War, and spans the distance between Mount Ainslie and Black Mountain. The park comprises fourteen rows of trees planted to form a windbreak and shelterbelt. (updated May 2022)

21 Mount Pleasant (Mount Pleasant Lookout), General Bridges Drive. The hill which overlooks the Royal Military College — Duntroon and the nearby Australian Defence Force Academy is topped by the modest Royal Australian Artillery Memorial, which includes two historic cannons. The grave of General William Bridges, the first commander of the Australian troops at Gallipoli, is just off General Bridges Drive at the base of Mount Pleasant: Bridges was killed in May 1915 and is one of only two Australians killed in the war to have been returned home for burial (the other being the Unknown Soldier at the nearby Australian War Memorial).

Situated in the southwest and southern ends of North Canberra, Commonwealth Park and Kings Park are two important adjacent parks and the only piece of Parliamentary Triangle that is in North Canberra and has interesting points of interests. Here, you can see Walter Burley Griffin's original design plans for Canberra, an outdoor amphitheatre where many of Canberra's events are hosted, and several more memorials, but unlike the memorials on Anzac Parade, most of the memorials in Kings Park are not war memorials.

22 Blundells Cottage, Wendouree Dr, Parkes. Sa Su 10AM–2PM (closed Christmas Day and New Year's Day). A well-preserved cottage from the 1860s used by several families and tenants until 1960. Though it's now in the midst of an urban area when this cottage was first built, it was in the heart of rural New South Wales, but ever since the surroundings have changed, and today, it is a remnant of Canberra's rural past. (updated Jun 2022)

23 National Capital Exhibition, Barrine Drive, ☏ +61 2 6272 2902, nce@nca.gov.au. M-F 9AM-5PM, Sa Su 10AM-4PM. See an exhibition about the original Burley Griffin Plan for Canberra and how the city was planned and built. Good views over Lake Burley Griffin out to the museums on the Lake's south shore. Free.

24 National Carillon, Queen Elizabeth II Island, Parkes, ☏ +61 2 6272 2902, nce@nca.gov.au. This carillon on Queen Elizabeth II Island was given as a gift by the British for Canberra's 50th anniversary and symbolises the relations between the United Kingdom and Australia. It's got 57 bronze bells, each weighing somewhere between 7 kg, and 6 tonnes (metric tonnes that is), and the tower rises to 50 metres. (updated Jun 2022)

3 Stage 88. An open-air event venue where many musical, cultural and sporting events are regularly hosted every year. Most of the events only draw local Canberrans, but some like Canberra's iconic Floriade festival draw flora enthusiasts from all over Australia. (updated Jun 2022)

If you've got children into art and nature, there are two short family-friendly walks in Commonwealth Park that you can walk: Art in the Park and Tweet Trail. The former passes through some memorial sculptures in Commonwealth Park, and there's an adventure map for the kids (somewhat like the USA's NPS Junior Ranger Program booklets), but it's only available online – meaning you have to print the online copy of it. The latter is a trail for any birdwatching enthusiast and also has a pamphlet, but it too needs to be printed from here.

25 ANCA Gallery (Australian National Capital Artists Gallery), +61 2 6247 8736, ☏ +61 2 6247 8736. W–Su noon–5PM (closed M Tu). This gallery's several exhibitions feature the work of local Canberran artists. Contrary to what most art galleries do, there is no emphasis on quality though in practice, what you see here is just as good as any other art gallery. (updated Jun 2022)

26 Duntroon Dairy (Historic Duntroon Dairy), Kelliher Dr, ☏ +61 2 6205 0255. Built in 1832, this building is believed to be the oldest building in the ACT standing. It's only open on request, but you can still see the building very close to a small carpark off Kelliher Dr. There's plenty of informative signage, and you'll see some excellent views over Lake Burley Griffin. (updated Jun 2022)

4 National Hockey Centre, 196 Mouat St., Lyneham. A government-owned outdoor field hockey stadium containing three international standard water-based hockey pitches which are used for both international and domestic competition, as well as training activities. (updated May 2022)

27 St John the Baptist Church, 45 Constitution Ave., Reid, ☏ +61 2 6248 8399. Consecrated in 1845, this Anglican church is the oldest in Canberra and pre-dates the city's establishment by almost 70 years. It has a small schoolhouse museum.

1 BurgerHero, 31 Mort St, Braddon, ☏ +61 450 933 025. Su–Th 11AM–8:45PM, F Sa 11AM–9:45PM. A small burger restaurant best known for its waffle fries and its original cheeseburger. There's a good range of gormet burgers out there, but they're super large, and for the freak burgers, it means a lot of chilli! (updated Jun 2022)

2 The Front Gallery and Cafe, 1 Wattle Pl, Lyneham, ☏ +61 473 403 054. Tu-Sa 8AM–10PM, Su M 8AM–6PM. Enjoy a coffee and explore an art exhibition. Comfy couches.

3 Bamiyan, 62/10 Lonsdale St., Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6156 5381, +61 2 6156 5376 (bookings). Su–Th noon–3PM, 5–9:30PM; F Sa noon–3PM, 5–10PM. A restaurant specialising in modern-Afghani cuisine, a cuisine that few have tried which is a mix of South Asian cuisine and Middle Eastern cuisine. Bookings aren't required, but are strongly recommended by either filling out a form on their website or by giving them a ring. (updated Jun 2022)

4 Darbar Indian Restaurant, 139/24 Lonsdale St, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6152 0920 (landline), +61 426 998 487 (mobile), grphospitality@gmail.com. Tu–F 5–10:30PM; Sa Su noon–2:30PM, 5–10:30PM. It began as a Sydney-based restaurant, and serves some fine foods from pretty much all over the Indian subcontinent (i.e. South Asia without Afghanistan). Both dine-in and takeaway options are available. (updated Jun 2022)

5 Hopscotch (Hopscotch Bar), 5 Lonsdale St., Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6107 3030, info@hopscotchbar.com.au. noon–4AM. A classic restaurant and pub with lots of good cocktails, a good vibe and some live music. Bookings are highly recommended, but time slots are limited to two hours. (updated Jun 2022)

6 Tu Do, 7 Sargood St, O'Connor, ☏ +61 2 6248 6030, tudooconnor@gmail.com. Tu–Sa 10:30AM–3PM, 5PM–10PM; Su 10:30AM–3PM, 5PM–9PM. Cheap and tasty Vietnamese, very popular with the local Vietnamese community and known for its good range soup. There's a good bar nearby too.

7 Les Bistronomes, 18 Blamey Pl., Campbell (in Campbell Shops), ☏ +61 2 6248 8119, lesbistronomes.act@gmail.com. Tu–Sa noon–2PM, 6–9PM. An upscale fine-dining restaurant specialising in French cuisine, in particular, seafood. The wines however, are unambiguously an Australianised version resembling French wines. The venue is explicitly 18+ only though. (updated Apr 2022)

The 8 Dickson Shops is the Canberra equivalent of Chinatown. Lots of great Asian food and a few pubs/clubs to have a beer at. This shopping centre is located a 10-minute light rail ride north of Civic, just off Northbourne Avenue, and has a fantastic eat street, with everything from Thai to Turkish to Vietnamese at reasonable prices. Turk Oz has a delicious spinach and feta pide.

9 Au Lac Dickson Vegan Cuisine, 4/35-39 Woolley St, ☏ +61 2 6262 8922, aulacdickson@gmail.com. A mid-range vegan restaurant, and a rare sight in Canberra with delicious soy-based versions of everything. If you're not used to eating vegan cuisine but want to try, this place is a great place to start. Though this restaurant is in Canberra's de facto Chinatown, it's actually a Vietnamese restaurant, but there's plenty of other Southeast Asian dishes. (updated Jun 2022)

10 Dickson Asian Noodle House, Shop 4/29 Woolley St, ☏ +61 2 6247 6380. Tu–Su 11AM–9PM (closed Mondays). It's been a long established budget favourite in Canberra for many. It specialises in Southeast Asian noodles with terrific laksa and is quite cheap if you put a bit of thought into the price. (updated Jun 2022)

11 Dickson Dumpling House, 77/2 Cape St, ☏ +61 2 6248 8350. Daily 11:30AM–3PM, 5–10PM. A rather noisy budget cheap traditional dumpling restaurant with lots of beef, pork and noodle options on the menu. (updated Jun 2022)

12 Hang A Ri kimchi (Korean: 항아리김치), 5/55 Woolley St, ☏ +61 406 421 791. A mid-range Korean barbecue restaurant with an extensive menu of noodles, hot pots, stews and soups, Korean pancakes and most importantly, chicken! Korean drinks are also available. (updated Jun 2022)

13 Jimmy's Place, 71 Woolley St, ☏ +61 2 6248 8188. A very flavourful restaurant with some excellent laksa and noodles available. It's a mid-range restaurant, but there are plenty of budget options available if you're on a budget. (updated Jun 2022)

14 Ruby Chinese Restaurant, 18 Woolley St, ☏ +61 2 6249 8849. Th–Tu noon–2PM, 5–11PM (closed Wednesdays). An upper mid-range/splurge Cantonese restaurant with an extensive seafood menu. It's a long established restaurant, and while seafood is their specialty, their noodles and soup are also worth a try. (updated Jun 2022)

15 Shin Sen Teppanyaki Restaurant, 71/2 Cape St, ☏ +61 2 6262 7888. M–Sa 5:30–9:30PM (closed Sundays). A teppanyaki restaurant specializing in Japanese and Taiwanese cuisine. Keep in mind however, that you'll need to make a booking 24 hours in advance before coming here, and there is also an additional deposit fee of $20. (updated Jun 2022)

1 Bentspoke Brewing Co., 38 Mort St, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6257 5220. daily 11AM–midnight. Located in the heart of Braddon on Mort Street, this multi-award-winning brewpub was founded in 2014 by champion brewers Richard Watkins and Tracy Margrain. The venue heavily embraces a bicycle theme throughout its industrial design—matching the name and its famous canned beers. Spanning two floors with towering, gleaming steel brewing tanks, it offers 18 taps of beer and cider brewed entirely on-site (such as Crankshaft IPA). The kitchen serves up a fantastic menu heavily infused with beer ingredients, featuring hop-salted potato chips and grain-crusted hot wings. Beers from $6. (updated Jul 2026)

2 Paranormal Wines, G27/6 Provan Street, Campbell, ☏ +61 450 564 034. W Th noon–8PM, F noon–9PM, Sa 11AM–9PM, Su noon–7PM. Located in the trendy inner suburb of Campbell, this acclaimed destination operates as a warehouse-chic hybrid bottle shop, wine bar, and casual eatery. The bright, high-ceilinged space overlooks a local park and features an exceptional collection of low-intervention, natural, orange, and biodynamic drops from local Canberra-region icons as well as funky international labels. Visitors can grab a bottle to go or pull up a stool to drink inside for a small corkage fee, paired beautifully with an upscale menu of house-made snacks like charcuterie, tinned fish, and fresh small plates. Wine by the glass from $13; snacks $12–32. (updated Jul 2026)

3 Rizla, 146/22 Lonsdale Street, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6230 0771. Tu–Th 5:30–9:30PM, F Sa noon–late, Su noon–8PM. This small, intimate venue is celebrated for being a pioneering wine bar that puts Riesling first. Featuring an unpretentious, friendly vibe with an excellent covered alfresco seating area, the bar proudly pours over ten varieties of Riesling by the glass on any given day, alongside a diverse selection of other grape varieties from local Canberra District makers. The seasonal kitchen operates all day on weekends, executing premium, fine-casual share plates precisely designed to complement their layered, aromatic wines. (updated Jul 2026)

4 Romanée Wine Bar, 105/16 Lonsdale Street, Braddon, ☏ +61 4 15150598. Th–Sa 5PM–late. This elegant, contemporary boutique hideaway is perfect to catch up and chill out. The sommelier-led bar offers an expertly curated, diverse beverage menu specifically designed to expand your love of wine, spotlighting back-vintage cellars, organic drops, house-crafted wine liquors, and bespoke cocktails. The accompanying food menu is sustainability-focused and heavily features delicious artisan cheese and charcuterie platters built to elevate the tasting journey. (updated Jul 2026)

5 Wine Room, 24 Mort Street, Braddon, ☏ +61 451 149 463. Tu–Sa 5PM–late. Located tucked quietly down a lane off Mort Street in Braddon, this hidden gem is an intimate, moodily lit haven for fine food and wine enthusiasts. Celebrating the simple joys of life, the cozy space pairs classic vinyl tunes with a magnificent world-traveling menu of premium global and boutique domestic labels. The refined, European-bistro inspired kitchen menu completely shadows the seasonal wine changes, turning out exceptional small snacks, creative share-friendly mains, and indulgent local cheese boards. Wine by the glass from $13; mains $22–42. (updated Jul 2026)

6 Assembly, 11 Lonsdale Street, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6174 0440. M–Th 7AM–11PM, F 7AM–2AM, Sa Su 7:30AM–2AM. Located on the buzzing Lonsdale Street strip in Braddon, this massive and highly popular venue functions as a bustling neighbourhood hotspot from early morning until late at night. Boasting a beautiful, tree-shaded beer garden that is exceptionally popular for weekend drinks, the bar features a great list of local wines, seasonal cocktails, and craft beers. Serving a double duty as a popular breakfast cafe in the morning, the kitchen transitions into serving elevated pub classics, gourmet burgers, and sharing plates by lunch and dinner. (updated Jul 2026)

7 The Civic Pub, 8 Lonsdale St, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6248 6488, info@civicpub.com.au. M–W 11AM–10:30PM, Th 11AM–midnight, F Sa 11AM–1AM, Su 11AM–10PM. Located tucked away on Lonsdale Street in the vibrant inner suburb of Braddon, this cherished local classic offers a wonderfully unpretentious and traditional pub escape. It features a cozy interior with a roaring fireplace, a relaxed outdoor terrace, and a spacious pool hall. The mid-range bar offers a great selection of food and drinks with a famously strong emphasis on cold Carlton Draught on tap, while the bistro is popular for its massive chicken schnitzels and steaks. (updated Jul 2026)

8 Dickson Taphouse, 30 Woolley Street, Dickson, ☏ +61 2 6193 2574. Located in the center of Dickson's bustling dining hub on Woolley Street, this classic corner pub serves as a highly social destination. Featuring a warm lounge area, comfortable booth seating, and a busy streetfront deck, the bar proudly pours from 18 rotating taps highlighting local and independent Australian craft beers. The kitchen focuses on hearty, comfort food specials—including delicious homemade pastas, fresh pork schnitzels, and classic pub fare. (updated Jul 2026)

9 The Duxton, 8 Macpherson Street, O'Connor, ☏ +61 2 6162 0799. M Tu 3–10:30PM, W–Su noon–midnight. Located in the suburban O'Connor shopping precinct, this sprawling, multi-level local institution is a classic bar in a suburban shop setting. Spanning several distinct spaces—including a sports bar, a sunny terrace, and 'The Loft' cocktail lounge—it is highly popular as a relaxed spot for pre-dinner drinks before patrons move on to one of the many fantastic small restaurants in the surrounding shopping plaza. The kitchen also serves up premium wood-fired pizzas and excellent share platters. (updated Jul 2026)

10 Edgar's, 1 Edgar Street, Ainslie, ☏ +61 2 6257 5488. Located at the Ainslie local shops on Edgar Street, this beloved neighbourhood tavern perfectly embodies the quiet charm of the inner-north suburbs. Spanning three unique spaces under one roof, visitors can enjoy a casual pint and a legendary chicken parmigiana in the main pub, relax in the cozy tree-lined beer garden, or head upstairs to "The Inn" restaurant for premium wood-fired steaks and sweeping sunset views of the Canberra skyline. (updated Jul 2026)

15 Ainslie Football & Social Club, 52 Wakefield Avenue, Ainslie, ☏ +61 2 6248 8422. Su–W 10AM–midnight, Th–Sa 10AM–2AM. This expansive community and sporting club has been a landmark of the inner north since 1927. Highly popular with local families and sporting fans, it features a massive main lounge, a busy sports bar with giant television screens, and a relaxed, spacious outdoor courtyard. The main bar pours very affordable draft beers and local wines, while the on-site "Limestone" restaurant serves up a great range of club favorites, wood-fired pizzas, and gourmet schnitzels. (updated Jul 2026)

1 Canberra Accommodation Centre, 210 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6247 1277. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 10AM. A basic budget hotel operating in a former student residence building. Accommodation ranges from simple private single and double rooms with shared corridor bathrooms to multi-bedroom apartments. Facilities include a large shared guest kitchen, laundry facilities, a games room, and free on-site parking. Located directly adjacent to the Ipima Street light rail stop. From $61. (updated Jul 2026)

2 Canberra Lyneham Motor Inn, 39 Mouat Street, Lyneham, ☏ +61 2 6249 6855. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 10AM. A basic 2-star motel providing budget-focused accommodation. Guest rooms are air-conditioned and include a small refrigerator, a microwave, an electric kettle, and a flat-screen television. On-site facilities are limited to a coin-operated guest laundry and free public vehicle parking. From $76. (updated Jul 2026)

3 ibis budget Canberra, 15 Tay Street, Watson, ☏ +61 2 6253 9020. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 10AM. A basic economy hotel offering compact rooms. Amenities include flat-screen TVs, climate control, an overhead bunk bed option, and an optional morning continental breakfast. Private on-site parking is available for a small nightly fee. The property is located a 15-minute walk from the EPIC and Showgrounds light rail stop, which provides a direct tram connection to the city centre. From $78. (updated Jul 2026)

4 Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson, 45 Dooring Street, Dickson, ☏ +61 2 6279 7000, canberradickson@adinahotels.com.au. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 11AM. An apartment-style hotel offering studio rooms as well as spacious one- and two-bedroom apartments with fully-equipped kitchens and laundry facilities. Features an on-site atrium cafe, dry cleaning services, and undercover parking for a fee. A short walk from the Dickson light rail stop. From $145. (updated Jul 2026)

5 Avenue Hotel Canberra, 80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6246 9500, toll-free: 1800 828 000, reservations@avenuehotel.com.au. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. A modern hotel offering a mix of hotel rooms, spa suites, and one- or two-bedroom self-contained apartments. On-site facilities include secure underground parking, a fitness centre, and the Marble & Grain steakhouse restaurant. The hotel is located within short walking distance of both the Alinga Street and Elouera Street light rail stops, which connect directly to the city centre. From $224. (updated Jul 2026)

6 Canberra Rex Hotel, 150 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6248 5311, reservations@canberrarexhotel.com.au. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 10AM. A classic mid-century hotel featuring standard hotel rooms and specialty suites. Facilities include a gym, an indoor heated pool, and several on-site dining and drink outlets, including Swan & King cocktail lounge and The Howling Moon rooftop bar. Near the Ipima Street light rail stop. From $140. (updated Jul 2026)

7 Deco Hotel Canberra, 214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6246 9500, toll-free: 1800 828 000, reservations@decohotel.com.au. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. An art deco-themed hotel offering a mix of hotel rooms, one-bedroom apartments, and two-bedroom apartments. On-site amenities include secure parking, a 24-hour gym, and Restaurant Two14, which serves Italian-inspired cuisine. Located near the Macarthur Avenue light rail stop. From $150. (updated Jul 2026)

8 Madison Capital Executive Apartments (formerly Capital Executive Apartment Hotel), 108 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ☏ +61 2 6247 4466. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. A 4-star property configured with 59 studio apartments and 24 one-bedroom spa suites containing basic kitchenettes. Shared guest amenities include an indoor fitness room, a sauna, and two 8-person heated spa pools centered around a three-story indoor atrium layout. Secure undercover parking and electric vehicle charging stations are available on-site. Two blocks north of the main Civic boundary, close to the Elouera Street light rail stop. From $110. (updated Jul 2026)

14 Midnight Hotel, 1 Elouera St, Braddon (next to light rail Elouera St), ☏ +61 2 6220 0000. Check-in: 2PM, check-out: 11AM. A 5-star hotel designed by architect Fender Katsalidis, featuring dark-toned decor and custom artwork. Rooms include a complimentary minibar. Facilities include a 20-metre indoor pool, a sauna, a gym, and an on-site restaurant. It is located directly adjacent to the Elouera Street light rail stop, which connects to the CBD. from $248. (updated Jul 2026)

15 The Sebel Canberra Campbell, 16 Provan Street, Campbell, ☏ +61 2 5142 9200. Check-in: 3PM, check-out: 10AM. A premium apartment hotel offering studio, one-bedroom, and two-bedroom self-contained suites equipped with kitchenettes and in-room laundry facilities. The property is pet-friendly by prior arrangement and features undercover parking for a daily fee. Located near Anzac Parade and the Australian War Memorial. From $230. (updated Jul 2026)