Red Hill Lookout
The lovely Red Hill Lookout in Canberra with a 4.4 rating across 651 reviews.
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Why it's worth checking out
Red Hill Lookout sits atop Red Hill, near Manuka in Canberra's inner south. With 651 reviews behind its 4.4 rating, it's a much-loved viewpoint.
The appeal is sweeping views over the capital — a lookout taking in panoramic outlooks across Canberra, Parliament House, Lake Burley Griffin and out to the mountains, a perfect spot to pause, take a photo or watch the sunset. Set within the lovely Red Hill Nature Reserve, it's a genuine local favourite.
Lookouts and reserves have changing conditions, so check current details if you're planning around something specific. Otherwise it's a free, easygoing spot to enjoy whenever the weather's good — bring a jacket and take your time soaking up the views.
Practical details
Opening hours
Closed- Monday
- Closed
- TuesdayToday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- Closed
- Friday
- Closed
- Saturday
- Closed
- Sunday
- 00:00 – 23:59
Spot Score
- Reputation
- 75
- Popularity
- 85
- Information quality
- 0
- Category fit
- 70
- Freshness
- 30
Our independent editorial score — not a user rating.
Nearby venues
Patissez
$$Cafes in Manuka, Canberra.
Urban Pantry
$$Hip café with a tree mural plating creative local meals & desserts, plus cocktails, coffee & wine.
Typica Cafe Manuka
$$Brekkie & locally roasted single-origin coffee served in a breezy cafe with outdoor tables.
Belluci's Manuka
$$$Stylish restaurant with exposed-brick walls, warm wood and monochrome accents, serving Italian food.
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