Acton Travel Guide

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Acton

Telstra Tower

Climb to the top of this beloved landmark for unbeatable views of Canberra’s cityscape, plentiful parks, Lake Burley Griffin and the green hinterland beyond.

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.

National Capital Exhibition

See the fascinating history of Canberra laid out for you through engaging and interactive exhibits in this modern, family-friendly museum.

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.

Questacon

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

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.

High Court of Australia

Observe justice in action at the highest court in the land inside a modern edifice on the banks of a tranquil lake.

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.

Where to stay in Acton

Novotel Canberra

65 Northbourne Avenue

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Australian National University and Canberra Centre. National Convention Centre and Commonwealth Park are also within 15 minutes.

QT Canberra

1 London Circuit

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Lake Burley Griffin, National Film & Sound Archive, and Australian National University. City Hill and Canberra Museum and Gallery are also within 15 minutes.

Pacific Suites Canberra

100 Northbourne Avenue

Rated 4.5 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this aparthotel is within a 15-minute walk of Australian National University, Canberra Museum and Gallery, and City Hill. Canberra Centre and Civic Square are also within 15 minutes.

Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel

1 Binara Street

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Glebe Park and National Convention Centre. Civic Square and Canberra Centre are also within 10 minutes.

Canberra Rex Hotel & Serviced Apartments

150 Northbourne Avenue

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Braddon, this luxury hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Australian National University, Canberra Museum and Gallery, and City Hill. Canberra Centre and Civic Square are also within 1 mi (2 km).

ANU - University House Hotel

1 Balmain Crescent

Rated 4.4 / 5 by Guests

Located in Acton, this hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Australian National University and National Film & Sound Archive. Lake Burley Griffin and City Hill are also within 1 mi (2 km).

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra James Court

74 Northbourne Avenue

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this aparthotel is within a 10-minute walk of Australian National University, Canberra Museum and Gallery, and City Hill. Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre are also within 10 minutes.

Mantra on Northbourne

84 Northbourne Avenue

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this hotel is within a 10-minute walk of Australian National University and Canberra Museum and Gallery. City Hill and Civic Square are also within 15 minutes.

Peppers Gallery Hotel

15 Edinburgh Avenue

Rated 4.3 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Australian National University and Lake Burley Griffin. National Film & Sound Archive and RG Menzies Walk Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Commonwealth Avenue

Rated 4.7 / 5 by Guests

Located in Capital Hill, this luxury hotel is within a 5-minute walk of Albert Hall, British High Commission, and Embassy of China. Old Parliament House and Museum of Australian Democracy are also within 10 minutes.

Alivio Tourist Park Canberra

20 Kunzea Street

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in O'Connor, this campground is within a 5-minute walk of Bruce Ridge Nature Reserve and O'Connor Ridge Nature Reserve. Link Walk Trailhead and Black Mountain Nature Reserve are also within 15 minutes.

BreakFree Capital Tower

2 Marcus Clarke Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Lake Burley Griffin and Australian National University. National Film & Sound Archive and RG Menzies Walk Trailhead are also within 15 minutes.

Quest Canberra

Melbourne Building 28 West Row

Rated 4.2 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this aparthotel is within a 5-minute walk of Australian National University and Canberra Museum and Gallery. City Hill and Civic Square are also within 10 minutes.

Madison Capital Executive Apartments

108 Northbourne Ave

Rated 4.0 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this hotel is within 1 mi (2 km) of Australian National University, Canberra Centre, and Canberra Theatre Centre.

Canberra City YHA - Hostel

7 Akuna Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this hostel is steps from Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre. Canberra Museum and Gallery and Glebe Park are also within 5 minutes.

Nesuto Canberra

2 Akuna Street

Rated 4.1 / 5 by Guests

Located in Canberra City Centre, this aparthotel is steps from Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre. Canberra Museum and Gallery and Glebe Park are also within 5 minutes.

Wotif's insider tips for Acton

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A spot to get in touch with nature

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Families, Couples, Adventurers

Escape the heat of summer with a walk through this lush, shady environs that's super close to the city centre. Part of the Australian National Botanic Gardens, it's one of the most beautiful natural attractions the city has to offer!

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Acton

The future starts today in Acton, Canberra’s energetic central neighbourhood on Lake Burley Griffin’s northern banks.

Attractions and Neighbourhoods near Acton

Telstra Tower

National Museum of Australia

National Capital Exhibition

National Library of Australia

Questacon

Old Parliament House

High Court of Australia

National Portrait Gallery

Where to stay in Acton

Novotel Canberra

QT Canberra

Pacific Suites Canberra

Crowne Plaza Canberra, an IHG Hotel

Canberra Rex Hotel & Serviced Apartments

ANU - University House Hotel

Adina Serviced Apartments Canberra James Court

Mantra on Northbourne

Peppers Gallery Hotel

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt

Alivio Tourist Park Canberra

BreakFree Capital Tower

Quest Canberra

Madison Capital Executive Apartments

Canberra City YHA - Hostel

Nesuto Canberra

Wotif's insider tips for Acton

Rainforest Gully