Dining and Attractions

 
 
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Dining & Drinks

As a guest at Kingston Gardens, you’re spoiled for choice when it comes to eating and drinking, with some of Canberra’s best cafés, restaurants and bars just a short walk from your apartment.

With Kingston Shops, the Kingston Foreshore and Manuka all within easy walking distance, there’s everything from great coffee and casual breakfasts to award-winning restaurants, lively bars and relaxed waterfront dining.

Kingston Shops – a short stroll

One of Canberra’s most established dining precincts, Kingston is home to a fantastic mix of cafés, restaurants, pubs and bars. Whether you’re after your morning coffee, a casual meal or dinner and drinks, there are plenty of local favourites to choose from.

Kingston Foreshore – within walking distance

Set along the shores of Lake Burley Griffin, the Kingston Foreshore is one of Canberra’s most popular dining and entertainment precincts, with waterfront cafés, restaurants and bars overlooking the lake.

Manuka Precinct – within walking distance

A Canberra favourite for decades, Manuka offers a great selection of restaurants, cafés and bars alongside boutique shopping and the iconic Manuka Oval.

With all three precincts close by, you can leave the car at Kingston Gardens and explore some of Canberra’s best food and drink on foot.

Local attractions

Location, location, location! Kingston Gardens is ideally positioned in one of Canberra’s most convenient neighbourhoods, close to the Parliamentary Triangle, Lake Burley Griffin and many of the capital’s best-known attractions.

With plenty to see and do just a short walk or drive from your apartment, Kingston Gardens makes a great base for exploring Canberra.

Nearby attractions include:

  • Parliament House

  • Old Parliament House & the Museum of Australian Democracy

  • National Gallery of Australia

  • National Portrait Gallery

  • Questacon – The National Science and Technology Centre

  • National Library of Australia

  • Lake Burley Griffin

  • Manuka Oval

  • Australian War Memorial

  • National Museum of Australia

  • Royal Australian Mint

  • Historic Manuka Pool

  • Kingston Foreshore

  • National Arboretum Canberra

  • Australian National Botanic Gardens

And much more – all within easy reach of Kingston Gardens.

Breakfast

Add a breakfast option to your booking for a full hot breakfast and great coffee at the stylish Agostinis located right across the road.

If you’re feeling more adventurous, Manuka, Kingston and the Kingston Foreshore are home to the best breakfast cafes that Canberra has to offer. All located within a short walk from our doorstep.

Be sure to drop in to reception for our recommendations!