Rivett Travel Guide
Tourist 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.
Questacon
Join the kids for a day of learning about the wonders of science and technology at Australia’s national science centre.
Lake Burley Griffin
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Burley Griffin during your travels in Canberra. Wander around the gardens or enjoy the area's restaurants.
National Museum of Australia
Explore the vast collection of Aboriginal art and artefacts, learn about the country’s colonial past, and see maps, vehicles, weapons and jewellery.
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.
Activities
Australian Institute of Sport: The AIS Tour
Guided Tree Ropes Course Experience in Majura Pines
From Canberra: Murrumbateman Wineries Full-Day Tour
Our pick of the best Rivett Hotel Deals
Forrest Hotel and Apartments
Old but well maintained. It has everything we need. It was a very lovely place.
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
ibis Styles Canberra
Room was too small but its value for money.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Meriton Suites Canberra
Excellent apartment in Canberra - central but quiet area. Very comfortable and great sleep. There was a small issue when we arrived but the receptionist dealt with it brilliantly. Excellent service,as always, from Meriton.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Avenue Hotel Canberra
Great location’ central to all essential needs. Comfortable beds.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
Novotel Canberra
The check was efficient. Room clean. I liked the towels folded on the bed
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Rydges Canberra
Great front desk staff, he was very helpful and accomodating Room was clean and a decent size Amazing water pressure in the shower Good coffee as well
Reviewed on 6 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Rivett
Phillip
Uncover some of the top draws of Phillip like its shopping and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, stop by Canberra Nature Park or Isaacs Ridge Nature Reserve.
Capital Hill
The abundant dining options and interesting museums are top of the list for many visitors to Capital Hill. A stop by Parliament House or National Archives of Australia might round out your trip.
Manuka
While visiting Manuka, you might make a stop by sights like Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval.
Griffith
Griffith is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Manuka Shopping Centre and Manuka Oval while you're in town.
Barton
Barton is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Lake Burley Griffin and East Basin while you're in town.
Parkes
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Parkes. You might want to make time for a stop at National Portrait Gallery or Questacon.
