Title: Visit City East: 2026 City East, Canberra Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in City East](https://expedia.com/City-East-Canberra-Hotels.0-n553248635976705735-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Canberra](https://expedia.com/Cheap-Flights-To-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Canberra](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Car Rentals in City East](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-City-East.d553248635976705735.Car-Rental-Guide)[City East Vacations](https://expedia.com/City-East.d553248635976705735.Destination-Travel-Guides) # City East ## Canberra ![Everyone's read about Nassim Nicholas Taleb's book, Black swan, right? Well only few have seen one! Beautiful sunset on Canberra's lake. Nos that much visited by tourists, canberra is well worth it. it was a planned city, build from nothing at the beginning of the century. It is a cyclist paradise, with beautiful cycling lane away from traffic. Cycling round the lake can be a great weekend idea. Jogging or hiking round it can be a fantastic objective too. a bit of an oldy picture so sorry for the pixels! #Canberra #Australia #sunset #lifeatExpedia #cycling #Swan #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/786/2ff1aee9-7283-4364-85a4-226fb8020b1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Everyone's read about Nassim Nicholas Taleb's book, Black swan, right? Well only few have seen one! Beautiful sunset on Canberra's lake. Nos that much visited by tourists, canberra is well worth it. it was a planned city, build from nothing at the beginning of the century. It is a cyclist paradise, with beautiful cycling lane away from traffic. Cycling round the lake can be a great weekend idea. Jogging or hiking round it can be a fantastic objective too. a bit of an oldy picture so sorry for the pixels! #Canberra #Australia #sunset #lifeatExpedia #cycling #Swan #hiking](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/786/2ff1aee9-7283-4364-85a4-226fb8020b1b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Awesome food at Jamie Oliver's Italian Restaurant...](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/786/9429d3df-b954-4152-ad62-ba17b496ca16.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Wild kangaroos in Canberra Australia ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/786/5a75748e-cfd8-461d-a13d-5f30be7ea9b6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit City East Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Canberra Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Canberra.dx6049663) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Belconnen Town Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6215777/8618d26b-8f26-4930-b330-0f3f5be8f5c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canberra Centre 4.5/5(44 reviews) During your trip to Canberra, you can search for that perfect souvenir at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Centre-Canberra-City-Centre.d6215777.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parliament of Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086793/2bae4782-77e1-40e6-9006-305276dc1fdd.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Civic Square 4.5/5(14 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Civic-Square-Canberra-City-Centre.d6086793.Vacation-Attraction) ![Parliament House which includes a sunset and an administrative buidling](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086767/b96d5378-5a5e-49ef-af8a-fd1c3cecd00c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Parliament House 4.5/5(48 reviews) Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions. [](https://expedia.com/Parliament-House-Capital-Hill.d6086767.Vacation-Attraction) ![The University of Melbourne with Old Arts Clock-tower](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086751/542ced9b-e815-4c03-924c-73b383d2b27e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian National University 4.5/5(25 reviews) Explore the campus of Australian National University, during your travels in Canberra. Experience the acclaimed art scene and fascinating museums in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Australian-National-University-Acton.d6086751.Vacation-Attraction) ![Australian War Memorial showing a pond and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086755/4b8af4ce-c82a-4b1d-a3d8-8373a20a4d94.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian War Memorial 5/5(54 reviews) Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks. [](https://expedia.com/Australian-War-Memorial-Campbell.d6086755.Vacation-Attraction) ![Lake Burley Griffin at Dawn in Canberra, Shutterstock ID 1091125694, Purchase Order: SP-1860, Order Number: SP-1860 ANZ-18111, Client/Licensee: Wotif, Other: Taylor Hatch](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6336199/20b2eb1e-1250-4c85-8131-3f711ec600a1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Lake Burley Griffin 4.5/5(22 reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Lake-Burley-Griffin-Acton.d6336199.Vacation-Attraction) ### Things to do ![Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46520325/6286215b-baa3-4701-a94b-31c988706f3f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John $42 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/personalised-sightseeing-in-canberra.a46520325.activity-details) ![Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/48439406/714471c7-7fcc-4a01-8b34-c8e48463ba46.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines $49 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/guided-tree-ropes-course-experience-in-majura-pines.a48439406.activity-details) ![Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/5127585/67a30955-1f70-49cb-b932-6606e4f59959.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage $46 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/spies-in-the-capital-women-in-espionage.a5127585.activity-details) ![AIS Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1245003/82f4faa9-be51-4f13-95fb-ba2cc7b14cf2.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour $15 per adult **100%** of travellers recommend [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/australian-institute-of-sport-the-ais-tour.a1245003.activity-details) ![Canberra: National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/50542719/91787d6c-1904-47c9-a5ba-e80ef2be4c5f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Canberra: National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour $11 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/canberra-national-portrait-gallery-guided-tour.a50542719.activity-details) ![Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46298136/e28f1448-e970-48fc-babc-34d54ea041b1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch $173 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/full-day-canberra-winery-tour-to-murrumbateman-w-lunch.a46298136.activity-details) [See all activities in Canberra](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## City East Hotel Deals ![The Sebel Canberra Civic](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/37000000/36440000/36438700/36438638/2c5bd17a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Sebel Canberra Civic 197 LONDON CIRCUIT Canberra ACT $91 nightly $100 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (1,008 reviews) Overall I was happy with the hotel, unfortunately we had some items in the kitchen that were left dirty and stains on one of the doona covers. Other than that the rooms were clean and hotel was nicely located for our itinerary. Gym had everything I personally required and appeared clean Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=36438638&PinnedHotelID=36438638&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976705735) ![Meriton Suites Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/91000000/90270000/90264000/90263931/8514ec0b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Meriton Suites Canberra 40 Allara Street Canberra ACT Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay $114 nightly $126 total Mar 27 - Mar 28 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a sauna, and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (444 reviews) My go-to accommodation in Canberra! The friendly staff, excellent ventilation (thanks to the openable windows and balcony), and the well-equipped kitchenette are definite highlights. Reviewed on Mar 6, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F27%2F2026&endDate=3%2F28%2F2026&selected=90263931&PinnedHotelID=90263931&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976705735) ![Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/30000/24400/24331/17521522_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG 1 Binara Street Canberra ACT $122 nightly $134 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this family-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, an outdoor pool, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,005 reviews) Nice, functional and friendly hotel, well placed in Canberra. I had two excellent nights’ sleep here! Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F29%2F2026&endDate=3%2F30%2F2026&selected=24331&PinnedHotelID=24331&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976705735) ![Nesuto Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/980000/977400/977350/w827h529x0y0-8f5b8caf_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Nesuto Canberra 2 Akuna Street Canberra ACT $90 nightly $99 total Mar 20 - Mar 21 Total with taxes and fees Stay at this aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a rooftop terrace, and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,855 reviews) Great location walking distance to CBD and restaurant. Room was clean and a good size with a small kitchen. Only down fall was our AC wasn’t working so a fan was offered. Reviewed on Mar 10, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F20%2F2026&endDate=3%2F21%2F2026&selected=977350&PinnedHotelID=977350&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248635976705735) ![Quest Canberra City Walk](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/30000000/29860000/29854100/29854026/1b5d6ef5_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Canberra City Walk 240 City Walk Canberra ACT $91 nightly $100 total Mar 29 - Mar 30 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 coffee shops/cafes, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ... 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[](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Northern-Canberra.dx6052178) ![D CANberra Mt Pan closer uWide](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248633975834849/005dbdb4-a12f-4cd9-8b5d-3d6a2bbf489d.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Canberra City Centre 4/5(56 area reviews) 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. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Canberra-City-Centre.dx553248633975834849) ![Braddon showing landscape views, a sunset and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/7372/488c6b4e-9935-4811-8547-2b3841bfff3a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Braddon The ample dining options and luxurious spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Ainslie Arts Centre or Gorman Arts Centre might round out your trip. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Braddon.dx7372) ![Acton showing a city and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6131234/0e83550c-4ba1-4d13-b4c7-445da07aa013.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Acton Unique features of Acton include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by National Film & Sound Archive or CSIRO Discovery Centre while you're exploring the area. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Acton.dx6131234) ![National Portrait Gallery which includes art and modern architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6316786/77c630f5-6fab-4a1c-bad6-805c6ef5fa75.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Parkes You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or Questacon. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Parkes.dx6131239) ![Autumnal landscape with colorful trees alley and Lake Burley Griffin the background. Bowen Park, Canberra, Australian Capital Territory, Australia. 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