Barton

Canberra

Barton
Photo by Fran Tapia
Photo by Fran Tapia

Popular places to visit

Parliament House

Parliament House

Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.

Parliament House
National Gallery of Australia featuring interior views

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 Gallery of Australia
Australian War Memorial

Australian War Memorial

Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.

Australian War Memorial
Questacon

Questacon

Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.

Questacon
National Museum of Australia which includes interior views

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 Museum of Australia
Melbourne featuring a city, a square or plaza and heritage architecture

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.

Lake Burley Griffin

Things to do

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines

RM191
per adult
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: Best of Wildlife Tour

Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour

RM372
per adult
Canberra: Kangaroos and Koala Experience Tour
Dine at the Museum's stunning Cafe

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

RM171
per adult
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course

RM105
per child
Canberra Junior Tree Ropes Course
Contentious Character Urban Winery Fyshwick

2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch

RM748
per adult
2 People - Premium Wine Tasting Experience and 2-Course Lunch
Building + Architecture Tour

Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily

RM55
per adult
Building + Architecture Tour | 10am Daily
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Top hotels in Barton

Hotel Realm

Hotel Realm

5 out of 5
18 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is RM503 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM503
RM553 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the spacious ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,001 reviews)
"After checkout I was not given a parking pass and was led to believe I didn’t need one to exit the car park. After the concierge gave me the pass i was able to drive out. It was needless confusion."

Reviewed on 2 Sep 2025

Hotel Realm
Burbury Hotel & Apartments

Burbury Hotel & Apartments

4 out of 5
1 Burbury Close, Canberra, Barton, ACT
The price is RM420 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM420
RM463 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, a full-service spa, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Good location, easy to get to places, staff very helpful. Unfortunately very noisy reverse airconditioning in the bedrooms which couldn't be turned off - so it ran on and off all night. Bed not overly comfortable - the attachment mechanism for the two beds joined together was not covered - so you ..."

Reviewed on 4 Sep 2025

Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra

4.5 out of 5
8 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
Fully refundable
The price is RM425 per night from 14 Sept to 15 Sept
RM425
RM467 total
14 Sept - 15 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and 24-hour room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (999 reviews)
"Nice ambiance at the hotel. The room was clean comfortable and well appointed. The staff were slow to respond to a couple of requests like giving us fresh towels when requested, but otherwise a lovely stay."

Reviewed on 2 Sep 2025

Hotel Kurrajong Canberra
Brassey Hotel

Brassey Hotel

4 out of 5
Belmore Gardens & Macquarie Street, Barton, ACT
The price is RM318 per night from 28 Sept to 29 Sept
RM318
RM349 total
28 Sept - 29 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Book a stay at this spa hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,004 reviews)
"Great service, fantastic location a short walk to the lake and Kingston."

Reviewed on 8 Sep 2025

Brassey Hotel
Little National Hotel Canberra

Little National Hotel Canberra

4 out of 5
21 National Circuit, Barton, ACT
The price is RM423 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
RM423
RM465 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly hotel in Canberra. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews)
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Reviewed on 30 Aug 2025

Little National Hotel Canberra
Deco Hotel

Deco Hotel

4 out of 5
214 Northbourne Avenue, Braddon, Braddon, ACT
The price is RM363 per night from 21 Sept to 22 Sept
RM363
RM399 total
21 Sept - 22 Sept
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! (1,012 reviews)
"Staff very friendly helpful"

Reviewed on 5 Sep 2025

Deco Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Barton

National Portrait Gallery showing modern architecture and art

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.

Parkes
Parliament House featuring an administrative buidling

Capital Hill

4/5(8 area reviews)

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.

Capital Hill
Kingston featuring modern architecture and a bridge

Kingston

Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to The Cusack Centre and Lake Burley Griffin while you're in town.

Kingston
Manuka Shopping Centre showing fall colors

Manuka

While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.

Manuka
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City East

While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

City East
Australian War Memorial which includes a memorial and flowers

Northern Canberra

Northern Canberra is known for its popular shops, and with sights like Canberra Museum and Gallery and Civic Square, you won't get bored spending a day wandering around this part of Canberra.

Northern Canberra

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