Symonston
Canberra
Popular places to visit

Canberra Centre
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.

Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Australian National University
Explore the campus of Australian National University, during your travels in Canberra. Experience the fascinating museums and acclaimed art scene in this walkable area.

Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

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

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.
Things to do

Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John

Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour

Canberra: National Portrait Gallery Guided Tour

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Symonston Hotel Deals

Canberra Holiday Village
Cabin was good but not cleaned properly. We found that the floor is not mopped and is really dirty. Cocroch are to be found.
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026

Sundown Villas
The villa was spacious and looked nice from the outside. Inside the spa bath was dirty with dirt marks and the shower gel and shampoo dispenser was empty. We asked reception to clean the spa bath and fill the dispenser and they just gave me mini shampoo bottles etc. They said as for cleaning depends ...
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Rydges Canberra
Underground car park had a very low concrete beam scraped paint off our car roof we had no way of avoiding it mattresses had no bed protection
Reviewed on Apr 9, 2026

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Very convenient for a staycation after a night at the theatre. We had a corner room so lots of windows and could just hear the early morning construction work out on the street which was unfortunate. But otherwise very well equipped.
Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
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Reviewed on Apr 10, 2026

Pavilion on Northbourne
great price and breakfast
Reviewed on Apr 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Symonston

Narrabundah
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Narrabundah and you might want to plan a stop by Capital Public Golf Course and Manuka Oval while you're in the area.

Griffith
Griffith is known for its ample dining options, and you can make a stop by Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while in the area.

Fyshwick
Travelers like the museums in Fyshwick, and Lake Burley Griffin is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Kingston
Kingston is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to Lake Burley Griffin or The Cusack Centre.

Manuka
If you're spending some time in Manuka, Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval are top sights worth seeing.

Barton
Travelers come to Barton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lake Burley Griffin and East Basin while you're in town.

