Kingston

Canberra

Kingston featuring a bridge and modern architecture
Kingston showing street scenes and signage
Kingston
Kingston showing fall colors and city views
Kingston

The buildings of this foreshore, once a Canberra industrial hub, have been transformed into a welcoming urban lakeside community.

Stroll or cycle around rejuvenated Kingston to find lovely things to eat, drink, see and buy. Situated on Lake Burley Griffin next to a large nature reserve, this Canberra suburb has great destinations for drinking coffee, shopping and dining. World-wide cuisine is available, with interesting new restaurants opening up regularly.

Kingston is around 4 kilometres (2.5 miles) from Canberra’s city centre. The lake is fed by Jerrabomberra Creek which flows from the south. Visit Green Square to taste local delights. Look for a city garden square, framed by bars, pubs and restaurants and more than a few cafés.

Walk or ride your bike along the Kingston Foreshore. Dine at one of its popular upmarket restaurants along with other area families. The area is rapidly transforming into an arty urban precinct and a destination for people from all over Canberra and other parts of the world. Select from a collection of modern hotels here and look over Lake Burley Griffin every morning when you awake.

Search for precious gifts and treasures at the Old Bus Depot Markets, held every Sunday in an old industrial warehouse. Find clothing, jewellery, homewares, collectibles, books, art, flowers and food. Many Canberra residents make these markets a weekend ritual. Just next door, visit the unique Canberra Glassworks, where you can see glass artists at work making beautiful objects. Buy an exquisite one-of-a-kind gift or even learn how to make these treasures yourself.

Take a journey back into a different era at the Canberra Railway Museum. It exhibits lovingly restored steam engines along with carriages, photography, memorabilia and the remains of the old rail yard. See how people got around in the old days you might be lucky enough to take a short trip on one of the antique locomotives.

Typical of leafy Canberra, throughout Kingston are numerous trees and green spaces in which to relax. Bus stops are dotted around and metered parking is available in the vicinity of the foreshore.


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Top hotels in Kingston

Abode Kingston

Abode Kingston

4 out of 5
14 Kennedy Street, Kingston, ACT
The price is P5,180 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P5,180
P5,698 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, parking (surcharge), and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (623 reviews)
Location Plus
"Brilliant location in the centre of town. Having a kitchen was a bonus"

Reviewed on Aug 4, 2025

Abode Kingston
Knightsbridge Canberra

Knightsbridge Canberra

4 out of 5
3 Leichhardt Street, Kingston, ACT
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is P6,300 per night from Sep 12 to Sep 13
P6,300
P6,931 total
Sep 12 - Sep 13
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the convenient ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,007 reviews)
"Spacious, modern, clean, well equipped, free undercover parking. Have stayed here on multiple occasions - work and social, always a good experience."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Knightsbridge Canberra
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is P4,786 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P4,786
P5,264 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in our ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,010 reviews)
"Quiet, walkable to shopping and dining. Clean and staff are friendly."

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

Deco Hotel
The Sebel Canberra Civic

The Sebel Canberra Civic

4.5 out of 5
197 LONDON CIRCUIT, Canberra, ACT
The price is P5,094 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P5,094
P5,603 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury aparthotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (876 reviews)
"Always a comfortable and convenient hotel to stay at."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

The Sebel Canberra Civic
Avenue Hotel Canberra

Avenue Hotel Canberra

5 out of 5
80 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, ACT
The price is P6,002 per night from Aug 24 to Aug 25
P6,002
P6,602 total
Aug 24 - Aug 25
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,001 reviews)
"Nice hotel with large shower and new facilities. Close to many restaurants. Has own parking and was clean."

Reviewed on Aug 17, 2025

Avenue Hotel Canberra
QT Canberra

QT Canberra

4 out of 5
1 London Circuit, Canberra, ACT
The price is P5,348 per night from Aug 21 to Aug 22
P5,348
P5,882 total
Aug 21 - Aug 22
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and room service. Our guests praise the bar and the helpful ...
8/10 Very Good! (1,004 reviews)
"It was Nice to stay 🤗"

Reviewed on Aug 18, 2025

QT Canberra
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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Manuka Shopping Centre showing autumn leaves

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