Griffith
Canberra
Popular places to visit
Manuka Shopping Centre
Make a stop at this suburban shopping oasis in Canberra’s inner south region, for gourmet foods, fashion, coffee and specialty stores.
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.
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.
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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 Griffith
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
Room was clean, comfortable and spacious.
Reviewed on Jan 11, 2026
East Hotel
Nice
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Pinnacle Apartments
Good place to stay if you need a kitchen and room to move. Apartments have a full-size kitchen with hot plates, oven, fridge etc. There’s plenty of space for luggage, toys, travel cots etc. There’s heating/cooling in every room (split system), which works out well for Canberra summers and winters. ...
Reviewed on Jan 9, 2026
Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking
Good location for my needs Could do with updating bathroom and air conditioning
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025
Manuka Park Apartments
The apartment was comfortable and cosy. It had all that we needed. It was nice to go "home" after a busy day in Canberra.
Reviewed on Jan 7, 2026
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
Clean rooms 32 strps
Reviewed on Jan 10, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Griffith
Manuka
If you're spending some time in Manuka, Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval are top sights worth seeing.
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.
Narrabundah
You'll appreciate the restaurants during your time in Narrabundah and you might want to plan a stop by Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre while you're in the area.
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.
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.
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.
