Parkes
Canberra
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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 Archives of Australia
Browse millions of immigration records, photographs and old government files at Australia’s national repository of historical documents.
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.
Parkes Hotel Deals
Deco Hotel
Great experience overall, very clean and comfortable attentive staff and very clean
Reviewed on 2025/10/19
ibis Styles Canberra
Clean rooms and adequate parking. Restaurant seemed disorganised but the food was tasty. Lots of families around.
Reviewed on 2025/10/24
Rydges Canberra
Good
Reviewed on 2025/10/21
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
The facilities were so nice and area is peaceful. I booked the Forrest every month in the past winter till now. The things in the room were OK. I didn't use the AC.
Reviewed on 2025/10/25
Pavilion on Northbourne
Clean room, friendly staff I feel safe and comfortable.
Reviewed on 2025/10/18
The Sebel Canberra Civic
Reception not so welcoming. Room a/c fan noisy. Noises in the night.
Reviewed on 2025/10/22
Other neighborhoods around Parkes
Barton
Travelers come to Barton for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Lake Burley Griffin and Merchant Navy Memorial 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.
City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.
Kingston
Kingston is popular for its abundant dining options, and if you're looking for more to see and do, you might think about a trip to The Cusack Centre or Lake Burley Griffin.
Northern Canberra
Northern Canberra is known for its popular shops, and you can see some sights in the area like Canberra Museum and Gallery and Civic Square.
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.
