Griffith, Canberra
Things to do in Griffith
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Griffith stands as one of the oldest and most elegant suburbs in the Inner South of Canberra. Known for its wide leafy streets and historic homes, this pocket of the capital offers a sophisticated yet relaxed atmosphere for residents and visitors alike. The area is defined by its beautiful residential architecture and proximity to some of the city most beloved green spaces and boutique hubs.
The local dining and shopping precincts are central to the suburb character, providing a mix of high end eateries, cosy cafes and specialty stores. Whether you are planning a quiet brunch, a gourmet dinner or a stroll through quiet parks, Griffith offers a refined pace of life only minutes from the city centre. Please see the live list below for current activities and local happenings in the area.
What Griffith is known for
Griffith is one of the oldest and leafiest suburbs in Canberra’s inner south, known for wide tree-lined streets and heritage homes. Its centre of gravity is the Manuka precinct, a dining and boutique-shopping hub the suburb shares with neighbouring Forrest, and Manuka Oval sits right alongside.
Anchor places to visit
- Manuka precinct – restaurants, cafes, a cinema and specialty stores around Franklin Street and Bougainville Street.
- Manuka Oval – Canberra’s premier cricket and AFL ground, home of the annual Prime Minister’s XI cricket match.
- Leafy heritage streets – some of the capital’s best early residential architecture, good for a quiet walk.
- Kingston Foreshore – lakeside dining a few minutes away.
Eating and drinking
The feed below picks up food events in Griffith as they’re confirmed. For broader food planning, see our food guide.
Getting around
Griffith is a short drive or bus trip from Civic and the Parliamentary Triangle. Cycling is easy on the inner-south paths; parking around Manuka is mostly free on weekends.
What’s nearby
Griffith borders Forrest and Kingston (Manuka and the Foreshore), Red Hill (the lookout and nature reserve) and Barton (national institutions).
What’s on this week
Scroll to the live feed below for every confirmed event in Griffith over the next two weeks. For wider planning, see things to do this weekend.
Frequently asked questions
- What is there to do in Griffith, Canberra?
- Griffith is an elegant inner-south suburb built around the Manuka precinct. Eat and shop around Manuka, catch cricket or AFL at Manuka Oval, walk the leafy heritage streets, and reach the Kingston Foreshore and the Parliamentary Triangle in minutes.
- What is played at Manuka Oval?
- Manuka Oval hosts both cricket and AFL, including the annual Prime Minister's XI cricket match and top-level fixtures during the seasons. Check the live feed on this page for confirmed upcoming games.
- Where is the Manuka shopping precinct?
- The Manuka precinct sits on the border of Griffith and Forrest, around Franklin Street and Bougainville Street. It has restaurants, cafes, a cinema and specialty shops, and is one of Canberra's best-known dining strips.
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