Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
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 Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
Lake Burley Griffin
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.
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
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Top hotels in Barton
Hotel Realm
Very nice hotel with great amenities: swimming pool, dry and wet saunas, good gym. Breakfast has a lot of choices, very tasty. Will recommend this hotel to friends and family!
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Ground floor room , nice size quiet.
Reviewed on Dec 16, 2025
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Faucet for the master bedroom is loose, no soap in the soap dispenser. No instructions on how to use the dyer for the washing machine. Other than that it was good space for family of 4. Front desk staff was friendly and professional.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Little National Hotel Canberra
Great thanks
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
Brassey Hotel
Clean room Service was excellent
Reviewed on Dec 30, 2025
ibis Styles Canberra
Really helpful staff, clean facilities and great location.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Barton
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or High Court of Australia.
Capital Hill
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Capital Hill. A stop by Parliament House or National Archives of Australia might round out your trip.
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 The Cusack Centre or Lake Burley Griffin.
Manuka
If you're spending some time in Manuka, Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval are top sights worth seeing.
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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
