Explore Canberra from our central location
The best things to do in Canberra
Nesuto Canberra Apartment Hotel is centrally located and is the ideal place from which to explore the very best that Canberra has to offer, with its many events and attractions. Located on the corner of London Circuit and Akuna Street it is only a 5 minute walk to the Canberra Convention Centre, across the road from Canberra’s city centre and shopping centre, Canberra Theatre Centre is just across the road and the wonderful Lake Burley Griffin, with its lovely walking tracks alongside Commonwealth Park, home to the famous annual Floriade display.
Within walking distance to many government and corporate offices, Nesuto Canberra Apartment Hotel is also the perfect choice of accommodation when travelling for business of any nature.
Canberra has come third in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel 2018 list. That’s the highest position any Australian city has ever placed in the 13 years of the awards. And it’s easy to see why.
“Criminally overlooked Canberra packs a big punch for such a small city. National treasures are found round almost every corner and exciting new boutique precincts have emerged, bulging with gastronomic highlights and cultural must-dos.” That’s what Lonely Planet thinks, and we agree.
Canberra has trumped Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane to be ranked within the top three of Lonely Planet’s Best Cities to Visit in 2018 – ranking higher than any Australian city has ever been ranked before in Lonely Planet’s Best in Travel guide.
Come and explore Canberra’s award-winning destination, where outdoor adventures are only moments away from stunning cultural attractions – start your day with a serene hot air balloon soaring high above the city and end with a drink at one of Australia’s best bars. It's so easy to experience one good thing after another in Canberra.
Canberra, the national capital is home to many events throughout the year including Floriade, Summernats, National Folk Festival, National Multicultural Festival, Enlighten and many more. Canberra also hosts important national events such as Anzac Day, as well as significant annual festivals including the Canberra Balloon Spectacular. These major drawcards bring thousands of people to Canberra every year.
Blockbuster art and culture events entice many visitors to Canberra’s national attractions each year. Plus Canberra hosts world-class sport, including cricket, AFL, rugby league, rugby union, and Kanga Cup. Any of these events provide a terrific reason to visit the nation’s capital.
For more information on the major events occurring in Canberra throughout the year please visit Canberra’s Event Calendar.
Nesuto Canberra Apartment Hotel is nearby:
Civic Square
Glebe Park
Casino Canberra
National Convention Centre Canberra
Canberra Olympic Pool and Health Club
Commonwealth Park
Floriade
Canberra Bus Interchange
Canberra CBD
Canberra Institute of Technology
Australian National University
Lake Burley Griffin
Australian War Memorial
Parliament House of Australia
Canberra Convention Centre
The Canberra Convention Centre is a large scale convention centre that hosts a range of events, from music performances to business conferences and everything in-between. Location – 500m from the hotel.
Canberra Centre
Canberra Centre located in the CBD of Canberra is a large shopping complex containing everything from well-known retailers
Garema Place
Garema Place contains a variety of coffee shops, restaurants, clubs, clothing stores, banks, music and comic stores (special interest venues) as well as being the host to seasonal community events
National Gallery of Australia
This picturesque gallery located around Lake Burley Griffin are the perfect way to while away a day. The National Gallery is host to a variety of permanent and transient world famous works
Commonwealth Park
A large, sprawling park situated right next to Lake Burley Griffin, Commonwealth Park is home to a range of events, the most significant of which are the annual flower show
Lake Burley Griffin
Canberra's man made centrepiece, Lake Burley Griffin is surrounded by restaurants and walkways, making for a fantastic roadmap with which one can explore our city.
Parliament House
Australia’s ode to democracy allows visitors the opportunity to have an inside look at the current Australian parliamentary system when visiting the Parliament House of Australia.
Old Parliament House
The Old Parliament House is home to The Museum of Australian Democracy which is a living museum of social and political history
Canberra Casino
Located just down the road, the Canberra Casino is a popular entertainment option for a night on the town with friends and general socialising whilst experiencing the next generation of gaming.
Australian War Memorial
The Australian War Memorial combines a shrine, a world-class museum, and an extensive archive. The Memorial's purpose is to commemorate the sacrifice of those Australians who have died in war.
Hot Air Ballooning with Balloon Aloft
There’s no better way to fully appreciate Canberra’s charm than from the air with the multi award winning Balloon Aloft, Canberra’s original balloon ride operator.
Royal Australian Mint
The Royal Australian Mint is a listed entity within the Commonwealth Government portfolio of the Treasury and is the sole supplier of Australia's circulating coinage.
Australian Institute of Sport
Go behind the scenes on an award-winning 90 minute guided tour of Australia's premier elite sports precinct, the Australian Institute of Sport (AIS), located minutes from the Canberra city centre.
National Zoo & Aquarium
The National Zoo & Aquarium is the only combined zoo and aquarium in Australia which has both Australian endemic species and introduced species including the largest collection of big cats in Australia
Cockington Green Gardens
Cockington Green Gardens offers family fun in a world of miniature whilst venturing into the delightful and fascinating displays of meticulously crafted miniature buildings featuring more than 30 different countries
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