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Giants fans cheering at Manuka Oval

Manuka and Griffith

One of Canberra’s oldest dining and shopping precincts, here you’ll discover charming heritage-listed buildings, historic sport oval and even an art deco pool. Locals refer the area as Manuka, but technically it's in the suburb of Griffith.

Highlights of the area

Historic sights

Discover heritage sites in Griffith or marvel at the architecture in the embassy precinct.

Great sports scene

Close to bars and eateries, head to Manuka Oval for cricket each summer and AFL each winter.

Lots of boutiques and eateries

Manuka is well-known for its independent fashion stores and strong foodie culture.

Cricketers playing on a green oval in front of a crowd at sunset.
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Manuka Oval

Adjacent to Manuka Pool is Manuka Oval, a Canberra fixture since the roaring twenties and home to national and local sporting games including cricket and Australian rules football. Nestled within the well-established precinct of Manuka and Kingston, enjoy a pre or post-game beverage and a bite to eat at one of the many cafes, restaurants and bars within walking distance of the oval.

Manuka Oval
Romantic evening lighting over diners

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Griffith, ACT
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Asian dish

Abell's Kopi Tiam

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Manuka, ACT
Between $20 and $30
PowerKart Raceway

Power Kart Raceway

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Griffith, ACT
A group of poeple stand outside eating nibbles and drinking champage

PhotoAccess

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Griffith, ACT
Reed diffuser, towel and lit candles against a white backdrop.

H2O Medi Spa

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Griffith, ACT
Restaurant interior

Urban Pantry

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Griffith, ACT
Between $20 and $30
Manuka Pool

Manuka Pool

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Manuka, ACT
A photograph of a hand in a darkroom tray developing a photographic print
6–7 Sep 2025

Introduction to B&W Darkroom Weekend Workshop

PhotoAccess, Griffith
Next on 6 Sep 2025 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
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22 Nov 2025

Pinhole Photography Workshop

PhotoAccess, Griffith
Next on 22 Nov 2025 from 10:00am to 4:00pm
M16 Artspace

M16 Artspace

Griffith, ACT
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8–31 Aug 2025

'In Awe' | Daniel Allam

M16 Artspace, Griffith
Next on 8 Aug 2025 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
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'Landscapes of Motherhood' | Kelsie White

M16 Artspace, Griffith
Next on 8 Aug 2025 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
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Mixing Room Gallery

Griffith, ACT
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8–31 Aug 2025

Testamur 7 | Canberra Art Workshop

M16 Artspace, Griffith
Next on 8 Aug 2025 from 12:00pm to 5:00pm
A small sign stands in front of a garden bed of a few white flowers. The sign reads 'You are here'.
4–28 Sep 2025

Rendezvous: Notes from the Botanic Gardens

M16 Artspace, Griffith
Next on 4 Sep 2025 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
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Russian Federation, Embassy of The

Griffith, ACT
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4–28 Sep 2025

See What I See | NatureArt Lab

M16 Artspace, Griffith
Next on 4 Sep 2025 from 6:00pm to 8:00pm
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Thor's Hammer

Griffith, ACT
Paintbrushes and a palette on top of a wattle artwork

NatureArt Lab

Griffith, ACT
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OHNO!

Griffith, ACT
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Manuka Oval
10 Aug 2025

AFL Round 22 - GIANTS v North Melbourne

Manuka Oval, Griffith
Next on 10 Aug 2025 from 1:40pm to 4:00pm
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My Café Manuka

Griffith, ACT
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29 Oct 2025

Men’s T20I Series vs India | 1st T20I

Manuka Oval, Griffith
Next on 29 Oct 2025
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19 Feb 2026

Women’s T20I Series vs India | 2nd T20I

Manuka Oval, Griffith
Next on 19 Feb 2026
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