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.
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.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewelry.
Things to do
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Manuka
Ramada by Wyndham Diplomat Canberra
Great location, very clean, staff are very helpful and very nice.
Reviewed on 8 Jan 2026
East Hotel
Wonderful front desk staff clean room excellent staff wonderful restaurant and pub just across the road
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
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 28 Dec 2025
Oxley Court Serviced Apartments
It was a good experience.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Griffith Studio Canberra - free parking
Good location for my needs Could do with updating bathroom and air conditioning
Reviewed on 25 Mar 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 27 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Manuka
Griffith
Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.
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.
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.
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 Questacon.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Capital Public Golf Course and The Cusack Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
