Braddon

Canberra, Australia

Close to breweries and up-and-coming restaurants on Lonsdale Street.

Places in Braddon

Lonsdale Street restaurants, Braddon Up-and-coming restaurants close to Braddon's breweries.
Braddon breweries and cafés Breweries and cafés clustered near Lonsdale Street's emerging restaurant scene.
Braddon brewery bars Breweries near Lonsdale Street's up-and-coming restaurant strip.

Best time to visit: September to November, with pleasant weather that's sunny during the days and cool in the mornings and evenings.
Getting around: The governmental precinct around Parliament House, the National Library, and the High Court forms the sightseeing core, with Barton's historic hotels nearby, while Manuka, Kingston, and Braddon anchor the city's dining and nightlife scenes a short drive away.
Currency: Australian Dollar (A$)
Language: English. Aboriginal languages are spoken in some communities.
Timezone: AEST (UTC+10, UTC+11 in summer)
Current trends: Canberra's rise as one of Australia's top foodie destinations continues to gather pace, with Braddon's breweries and Lonsdale Street restaurants complementing the established fine-dining scenes of Manuka and Kingston, while Parliament House, Black Mountain's Telstra Tower, and Questacon remain the anchor attractions for the city's growing tourism profile beyond its role as the political capital.

Barton — Home to hotels filled with history, charm and affordable luxury near Parliament House.
Manuka & Kingston — Famous for their great eats as part of Canberra's rising foodie scene.