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Questacon

Rating: 9.2/10 (503 reviews)

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

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Old Parliament House

Rating: 9.0/10 (586 reviews)

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.

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National Gallery of Australia

Rating: 9.2/10 (2,543 reviews)

Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.

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Manuka Shopping Centre

Rating: 8.6/10 (442 reviews)

Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.

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A building with a sign reading "Treasures Gallery" and a fountain in front.

National Library of Australia

Rating: 9.2/10 (224 reviews)

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.

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The National Portrait Gallery building with a large red sculpture in front.

National Portrait Gallery

Rating: 9.0/10 (9 reviews)

The vast collection of intimate portraits of people famous and otherwise is illuminated by as much natural light as possible in an elegantly designed setting.

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Royal Australian Mint

Visit the building where every single coin in the country is made, learn about the production process and browse through a huge collection of coins.

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Manuka Oval

Rating: 8.6/10 (188 reviews)

Catch an event at Manuka Oval during your trip to Canberra. Check out the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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What to do in South Canberra

Beautiful view of the Canberra in Australia

Canberra Discovery Tour - Australia's Capital by Gray Line Sydney

$131

per adult

72% of travelers recommend

Captain Cook Memorial Water Jet

Canberra Day Tour - all major Attractions, All free entry

$45

per adult

0% of travelers recommend

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

$15

per adult

100% of travelers recommend

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Top Beach South Canberra Hotels

Knightsbridge Canberra

A black metal box with the text "KNIGHTSBRIDGE CANBERRA" and a geometric logo.
  • Address: 3 Leichhardt Street, Kingston, ACT, 2604, AU
  • Location: Kingston, 0.5 mi from South Canberra
  • Star rating: 4/5
  • Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 1001 reviews)
  • Price: $94 nightly, $104 total, Nov 29 - Nov 30, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Beach South Canberra Hotels
  • Review: Nice clean room. Professional staff . Refreshments complementary easy parking . Highly recommend . Good for short stay

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

A modern bathroom with multiple sinks, a mirror, and a unique ceiling design.
  • Address: 1 Burbury Close, Barton, ACT, 2600, AU
  • Location: Barton, 0.5 mi from South Canberra
  • Star rating: 4/5
  • Guest rating: 9/10 (Wonderful, 1000 reviews)
  • Price: $102 nightly, $112 total, Nov 29 - Nov 30, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Beach South Canberra Hotels
  • Review: Great hotel, however the room could have been cleaner and lacked amenities. My bedroom tv was broken so not all amenities could be utilised. Apart from all that it’s an overall good hotel to stay at while in Canberra.

Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra

A multi-level hotel lobby with a central bar area, seating arrangements, and a staircase.
  • Address: 2 Hely St. cnr. Canberra Ave., Griffith, ACT, 2603, AU
  • Location: 0.9 mi from South Canberra
  • Star rating: 4/5
  • Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 1000 reviews)
  • Price: $94 nightly, $103 total, Dec 10 - Dec 11, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Beach South Canberra Hotels
  • Review: Na

East Hotel

A modern lobby with a central seating area, a staircase, and a reception desk.
  • Address: 69 Canberra Avenue, Griffith, ACT, 2604, AU
  • Location: 0.3 mi from South Canberra
  • Star rating: 4.5/5
  • Guest rating: 9.6/10 (Exceptional, 1001 reviews)
  • Price: $113 nightly, $124 total, Dec 6 - Dec 7, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Beach South Canberra Hotels

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

A hotel with a well-manicured garden, a clear sky, and flags on top.
  • Address: Commonwealth Avenue, Yarralumla, ACT, 2600, AU
  • Location: Capital Hill, 1.3 mi from South Canberra
  • Star rating: 5/5
  • Guest rating: 9.2/10 (Wonderful, 1003 reviews)
  • Price: $134 nightly, $147 total, Dec 14 - Dec 15, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Beach South Canberra Hotels
  • Review: Lovely hotel.

Punthill Narrabundah

A hotel entrance with a sign reading 'PUNTHILL APARTMENT HOTELS,' a glass door, and a set of stairs leading up to the entrance.
  • Address: 61 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Canberra, ACT, 2604, AU
  • Location: Narrabundah, 2 mi from South Canberra
  • Star rating: 4/5
  • Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 34 reviews)
  • Price: $77 nightly, $85 total, Nov 29 - Nov 30, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Beach South Canberra Hotels
  • Review: All good

Abode Kingston

A modern building with a glass facade and the name "abode KINGSTON" displayed prominently.
  • Address: 14 Kennedy Street, Kingston, ACT, 2604, AU
  • Location: Kingston, 0.5 mi from South Canberra
  • Star rating: 4/5
  • Guest rating: 8.8/10 (Excellent, 703 reviews)
  • Price: $87 nightly, $97 total, Dec 16 - Dec 17, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Beach South Canberra Hotels
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Garden City Hotel, BW Signature Collection

A restaurant with tables set for dining, large windows offering a view of the outdoors, and a potted plant on the right side.
  • Address: 55 Jerrabomberra Avenue, Narrabundah, ACT, 2604, AU
  • Location: Narrabundah, 1.9 mi from South Canberra
  • Star rating: 4.5/5
  • Guest rating: 8.6/10 (Excellent, 1000 reviews)
  • Price: $83 nightly, $91 total, Nov 29 - Nov 30, Total with taxes and fees, for Top Beach South Canberra Hotels

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