The Ridgeway Travel Guide
Popular places to visit
Parliament House
Admire the scale, architecture and artwork of the building where Australia’s politicians make the big decisions.
Australian War Memorial
Wander the halls of this monument to learn about the battles fought by Australians, see military hardware and admire artworks.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artifacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewelry.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
National Gallery of Australia
Australia’s national gallery has objects from across Asia and the Pacific, European and American works, and indigenous, colonial and contemporary Australian art.
National Dinosaur Museum
Get to know the giants of prehistoric times at this interesting and educational museum, packed with displays about the unique history of the Australian continent.
Things to do
Canberra Day Trip from Sydney
Full-Day Canberra Brewery, Wineries & Distillery tour /w lunch
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Half-Day Canberra Winery Tour to Murrumbateman /w lunch
Spies in the Capital: Women in Espionage Walking Tour
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Other neighbourhoods around The Ridgeway
Queanbeyan
Visitors to Queanbeyan enjoy its bars, and if you want to do some exploring, The Queanbeyan Performing Arts Centre is worth a stop.
Canberra Airport
Visitors to Canberra Airport appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Pialligo Estate and Jerrabomberra Wetland Nature Reserve might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Fyshwick
Travellers like the museums in Fyshwick, and Lake Burley Griffin is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Narrabundah
Visitors to Narrabundah appreciate its restaurants. A visit to Manuka Oval and Manuka Shopping Centre might round out your trip if you're looking to see more of the area.
Kingston
Kingston is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and The Cusack Centre while you're in town.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.