Dickson
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.
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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
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
Personalised Hop-on Hop-off Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Pizza Paddle - Dinner Kayak Tour in Batemans Bay
Top hotels in Dickson
Pavilion on Northbourne
The room was wonderful the Pavillion upgraded us to a suite and it was glorious! We also enjoyed a meal in their restaurant, and it was lovely and even won a Hawke cup cooler! Many thanks to staff.
Reviewed on 19 Nov 2025
Quality Hotel Dickson
Great hotel very clean and friendly staff
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra Dickson
On the whole quite good and in a convenient location for us. Asked for the room to be cleaned once and it was not done but all other times it was. Would stay there again.
Reviewed on 5 Oct 2025
Canberra Parklands Central
For short term is good.
Reviewed on 14 Nov 2025
Rydges Canberra
Hot tub was good, the Sauna especially nice. Room was comfortable and quiet. The breakfast was good - it was good to have poached eggs as one option. The secure parking was ideal.
Reviewed on 12 Nov 2025
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Clean room, nice staff restaurant only Monday to Friday but good range of food options. Very close to the city.
Reviewed on 22 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Dickson
Lyneham
Unique features of Lyneham include the shopping and restaurants. Make a stop by Netball ACT or National Hockey Centre while you're exploring the area.
Braddon
Abundant dining options and relaxing spas are well-reviewed features of Braddon. Make a stop by top sights like Canberra Contemporary Art Space while you're exploring the area.
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.
Canberra City Centre
The ample dining options and fantastic lake views are top of the list for many visitors to Canberra City Centre. A stop by Canberra Museum and Gallery or Canberra Theatre Centre might round out your trip.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
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.
