Capital Hill
Canberra
Visit Capital Hill
Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
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.
Old Parliament House
Tour this building to see where Australian politicians met and debated for over 60 years and learn about the history and workings of Australian democracy.
National Library of Australia
Explore the collections of Australia’s biggest reference library to find books from all over the world, early European maps and documents from the first explorers.
National Portrait Gallery
The vast collection of intimate portraits of people famous and otherwise is illuminated by as much natural light as possible in an elegantly designed setting.
Things to do
Personalised Sightseeing in Canberra, with John
Full-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Top hotels in Capital Hill
Rydges Canberra
While it is a bit worn out the bed was very comfortable, the aircon worked well (it was humid for Canberra) Staff were thoughtful and kind and the shower was great.
Reviewed on 9 Mar 2026
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
This is a motel, not a hotel. The photos on the property's listing don't accurately represent the actual property. It is generally clean but I found a couple of long hairs in my bed, and the grout on the shower floor is dirty or discolored, and the shelf in the bathroom was loose, causing items to ...
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hotel Realm
Feel luxury, great gym facilities, 25meters 2 lane swimming pool, close early.
Reviewed on 3 Mar 2026
Little National Hotel Canberra
very amazing
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Amazing hotel. Great ambience and equally good service.
Reviewed on 1 Mar 2026
Burbury Hotel & Apartments
Perfect spot.
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Capital Hill
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.
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.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town.
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.
Yarralumla
Unique features of Yarralumla include the restaurants and art galleries. Make a stop by Royal Canberra Golf Club or Lake Burley Griffin while you're exploring the area.
