Charnwood
Canberra
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.
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 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.
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
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Top hotels in Charnwood
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
everything and everybody were on their best
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
ibis Styles Canberra
Staff were very helpful and polite. Room was very clean and comfortable. Dining on site was great
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location’ central to all essential needs. Comfortable beds.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
Staff were really friendly and professional
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Hotel Realm
Clean, smelled lovely and very functional
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Novotel Canberra
Superb location! It doesn't get any better than this. Despite being family friendly and having lots of couples with children staying there, hotel is wonderfully quiet. Combine that with top notch mattresses, comfortable pillows and high quality linen, you'll have the best night sleep. We left the ...
Reviewed on Jan 8, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Charnwood
Belconnen
Unique features of Belconnen include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Bimbi Beach or Yerra Beach while you're exploring the area.
Hawker
Restaurants and shopping are notable features of Hawker. You might consider a stop by The Pinnacle Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Bruce
You'll enjoy the restaurants and shopping in Bruce. You might want to make time for a stop at Australian Institute of Sport or Canberra Stadium.
Gungahlin
Shopping and restaurants are notable features of Gungahlin. You might consider a stop by Mulanggari Grasslands Nature Reserve while you're exploring the neighborhood.
Dickson
Dickson is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Dickson Shops, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Watson
Watson is noteworthy for its restaurants, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Mount Ainslie Nature Reserve and Mount Majura Nature Reserve.
