Title: Visit Forde: 2026 Forde, Canberra Travel Guide | Expedia.com [Hotels in Forde](https://expedia.com/Forde-Canberra-Hotels.0-n3000429017-0.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 Forde](https://expedia.com/Car-Rentals-In-Forde.d3000429017.Car-Rental-Guide)[Forde Vacations](https://expedia.com/Forde.d3000429017.Destination-Travel-Guides) # Forde ## Canberra ![Thompson Valley, Great Dividing Range, Victoria, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000429017/e3da5b3b-3c47-4cf8-980c-40f56af3cabf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Thompson Valley, Great Dividing Range, Victoria, Australia](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/3000429017/e3da5b3b-3c47-4cf8-980c-40f56af3cabf.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Forde Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Canberra Travel Guide](https://expedia.com/Canberra.dx6049663) --- ### Popular places to visit ![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) ![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 acclaimed art scene in this walkable area. [](https://expedia.com/Canberra-Centre-Canberra-City-Centre.d6215777.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) ![Questacon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6086789/ae45871f-2a21-44cd-ba3a-401b884e22a6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Questacon 4.5/5(6 reviews) Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre. [](https://expedia.com/Questacon-Parkes.d6086789.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 $48 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 $45 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/spies-in-the-capital-women-in-espionage.a5127585.activity-details) ![Building + Architecture Tour](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/1404447/2ace564f-f24c-4724-a785-bb7322b688c5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily $14 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/building-architecture-tour-10am-daily.a1404447.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) ![Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch](https://mediaim.expedia.com/localexpert/46298146/05b61418-8d88-418d-a3b4-86cc11d64143.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch $152 per adult [](https://expedia.com/things-to-do/half-day-canberra-winery-tour-to-murrumbateman-w-lunch.a46298146.activity-details) [See all activities in Canberra](https://expedia.com/Things-To-Do-In-Canberra.d6049663.Travel-Guide-Activities) --- ## Forde Hotel Deals ![Forrest Hotel and Apartments](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/179000/178917/86d686ed_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Forrest Hotel and Apartments 30 National Circuit Forrest ACT $63 nightly $70 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly motel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 8.2/10 Very Good! (1,006 reviews) Lovely staff, great location, excellent value for money Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=178917&PinnedHotelID=178917&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000429017) ![Novotel Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/426700/426686/b06056b4_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Novotel Canberra 65 Northbourne Avenue Canberra ACT $102 nightly $112 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ... 7.2/10 Good! (1,001 reviews) Overall good Reviewed on Feb 5, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=2%2F22%2F2026&endDate=2%2F23%2F2026&selected=426686&PinnedHotelID=426686&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000429017) ![Avenue Hotel Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9080000/9071500/9071416/f5793b06_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Avenue Hotel Canberra 80 Northbourne Avenue Braddon ACT $115 nightly $127 total Feb 22 - Feb 23 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) Room and site in general was all well presented and clean. Bed was very soft hence the 4 stars instead of 5\. Overall a terrific place to stay. 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Great room Reviewed on Feb 13, 2026 [](https://expedia.com/Hotel-Search?startDate=3%2F8%2F2026&endDate=3%2F9%2F2026&selected=35497437&PinnedHotelID=35497437&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=3000429017) ![Rydges Canberra](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/10000/7000/6937/70982c18_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Rydges Canberra Corner Canberra Ave & National Circuit Forrest ACT $92 nightly $101 total Mar 15 - Mar 16 Total with taxes and fees Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff in ... 7.8/10 Good! (885 reviews) Great relaxing environment on entrance, smooth check in and check out, clean environment, fantastic breakfast! Love the pool size and depth. 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