Manuka
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.
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.
Things to do
Ultimate Museum Experience | Dine + Tour + Shop (1pm daily)
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Top hotels in Manuka
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
Staff and stay was great!! However expedia booking was under a different but similar name. Concerned with the
Reviewed on Dec 19, 2025
East Hotel
Great location, helpful staff, excellent room
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Pinnacle Apartments
The apartment was spacious, kids are happy staying there. Rooms are clean overall vwey great place to stay. But the pool wasnt open when we're stay there.
Reviewed on Dec 28, 2025
Manuka Park Apartments
Good location and freshly rejuvenated. Parking was hard and we had some broken furniture in the room but it was replaced promptly.
Reviewed on Oct 27, 2025
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
Clean apartment. Very courteous staff. Great location, very quiet.
Reviewed on Nov 9, 2025
Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking
Good location for my needs Could do with updating bathroom and air conditioning
Reviewed on Mar 25, 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Manuka
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.
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.
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.
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 The Cusack Centre while you're in the area.
