City East
Canberra
Popular places to visit
Canberra Centre
During your trip to Canberra, you can do some window-shopping at Canberra Centre. Discover the top-notch restaurants and acclaimed art galleries in this walkable area.
Civic Square
You can find out about the history of Canberra with a stop at Civic Square. Discover the fascinating museums and shops in this walkable area.
National Convention Centre
Learn about the events happening in National Convention Centre during your trip to Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Theatre Centre
Enjoy a show at Canberra Theatre Centre, a popular theatre in Canberra. Discover the acclaimed art galleries and shops in this walkable area.
Canberra Museum and Gallery
You can browse the exhibits at Canberra Museum and Gallery, a museum with a storied past, during your trip to Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Glebe Park
Glebe Park is just one of the places to see in Canberra, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.
Things to do
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Canberra: National Museum of Australia Highlights Tour
Badass Women of Canberra: Meet the Women Who Shaped the Nation
Top hotels in City East
The Sebel Canberra Civic
"Great location, good bed. Room design was a bit odd so the room itself felt very small but otherwise good"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
"Excellent base for 2 of us. Great having a kitchen and small living area plus balcony"
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Crowne Plaza Canberra by IHG
"Friendly are staff always there to help, great central location."
Reviewed on 28 Apr 2026
A by Adina Canberra
"Lovely size room, and bathroom. Staff were accommodating and quite lovely. Also a great location, great walking distance to everything!!"
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Nesuto Canberra
"Great location and plenty of room."
Reviewed on 10 May 2026
Quest Canberra City Walk
"Quest is literally across from a shopping centre so the food court is less than 100 meters away. Lots of restaurants and cafes are a close walk away, it's very centrally located."
Reviewed on 18 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around City East
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.
Braddon
The abundant dining options and relaxing spas are top of the list for many visitors to Braddon. A stop by Ainslie Arts Centre or Gorman Arts Centre might round out your trip.
Acton
Unique features of Acton include the restaurants and gardens. Make a stop by CSIRO Discovery Centre or National Museum of Australia while you're exploring the area.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at High Court of Australia or Questacon.
Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and East Basin while you're in town.
