In which quarter house in Canberra?

Are you leaving for Australia to visit the island-continent? Discover the capital and the areas where to stay in Canberra!

To the question: “What is the capital of Australia?”, people often answer either Sydney , either Melbourne . And yet, it is Canberra that is the capital of the Australia and the State of the Australian Capital Territory (TCA), while it is only the seventh largest city in the country. Canberra has a total population of 344,658 inhabitants (2012) and is located 280 kilometres south-west of Sydney and 680 kilometres north-east of Melbourne. Moreover, if you stay in Sydney, know that it is possible to visit Canberra the time of a day, from the city.

At the headquarters of Australian federal institutions, the public service is the city's first employer and the cost of living is overall higher. It goes without saying, renting a sleeping accommodation in Canberra will be expensive. The city has a bad press among travellers. So if, in order not to do like everyone else, you're looking for a place to sleep in Canberra, we've concocted a mini-guide of the areas where to stay, to avoid the preparation work.

Canberra Central

Organised around City Hill and Civic Square , the city centre of Canberra is located on the north shores of Lake Burley Griffin , and houses many international cuisine restaurants. To party in the evening, it is here that you have to choose to stay in Canberra: there are bars and night clubs where you can meet Australian youth. The neighbourhood houses many shops where the city’s commercial soul lives. On the small peninsula of Hospital Point, do not miss visiting the Australian National Museum .

For an unusual experience, go to a few steps from Parliament. Just before dawn, head to Hotel Hyatt for a visit to Canberra... view of the sky! Embark on a balloon and enjoy a breathtaking adventure. From the top, Canberra promises you a full adventure.

Yarralumla

Vast neighborhood west of downtown and on the shores of Burley Griffin Lake, Yarralumla is a green area that offers wide shaded streets, and has become a busy and popular neighborhood of the city. The eastern area of the neighbourhood includes a lot of embassies, including those of the United States, Spain, the Philippines and France.

Frontalier de Capital Hill In the east (Parliament Park), the district offers two large parks: Stirling Park and Royal Canberra Golf Club . It is a quiet area where to sleep in Canberra, if you find a homestay.

Forrest

Area in a range built south of Parliament, Forrest is one of the most popular neighborhoods among expatriates and tourists. It is easy to access and is close to shops and restaurants. It has wide avenues with residential city houses. If you are looking for a quiet accommodation where to sleep in Canberra, go to Forrest.

Kingston

Kingston , in the east, is an enchanted residential area, but with many Australian cuisine restaurants and trendy pubs, where a friendly atmosphere reigns. Located on the shores of the lake, the area is a must if you come on Sunday: Old Bus Depot Markets . Beautiful walks along the lake are to be done, extending to the Wet Nature Reserve of Jerrabomberra .

Barton

Want to stay in Canberra in a quiet area? Barton It's for you! Relatively close to the city center - it is enough to borrow the Commonwealth Ave Bridge for the rally -, it allows to enjoy life in the Australian – style “no worries”, No worries matte! – while being close to monuments and museums to visit.