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.

Commonwealth Park
After visiting Commonwealth Park, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Canberra. Visit the shops and top-notch restaurants in this walkable area.

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.
Things to do

Ultimate Museum Experience | Tour + Dine + Shop (10am daily)

From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour

Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Top hotels in Parkes

Forrest Hotel and Apartments
2 bdr unit was good, but beds in both bedrooms hard and lumpy. I went to Clark Rubber to buy a sponge mattress to sleep
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Novotel Canberra
This hotel was pretty amazing. We had a pool and a wonderful Buffett breakfast in the morning. The rooms were clean. The fire alarm went off at three am. Someone was apparently smoking in their room. Everyone moved out in an orderly manner onto the street. But there wasn’t any hotel staff around ...
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

Avenue Hotel Canberra
Good facilities
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Hotel Realm
Great location, friendly staff. Spacious rooms, easy parking at a reasonable rate.
Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026

Pavilion on Northbourne
Breakfast was good, free parking always a good thing. My room this stay was a little tired. Handbasincracked, USB port
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

Hyatt Hotel Canberra - a Park Hyatt
Comfortable and god value.
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Parkes

Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to 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.

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.

City East
While visiting City East, you might make a stop by sights like Civic Square and Canberra Theatre Centre.

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.

Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.



