Goldfields

Travel Guide

Sovereign Hill
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Bendigo featuring a fountain and street scenes
Bendigo featuring street scenes
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Where to stay in Goldfields

A cool peir overlooking Lake Wendouree in Ballarat. Great for long exposures. #BvSBlue

Lake Wendouree

You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Lake Wendouree. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Wendouree or Ballarat Botanical Gardens.

Lake Wendouree
Roo snooze at Ballarat Wildlife Park. Great place for children to enjoy kangaroos and other Australian wildlife. The kangaroos are very familiar with visitors and will happily steal sandwiches from picnic tables - Yogi Bear style.

Ballarat East

Ballarat East is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Eureka Hall and Ballarat Wildlife Park.

Ballarat East
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Kangaroo Flat

Kangaroo Flat is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lansell Plaza Shopping Centre and Kangaroo Flat Lockwood Road Bushland Reserve.

Kangaroo Flat
Sovereign Hill which includes interior views

Golden Point (Ballarat)

Golden Point (Ballarat) is known for its abundant dining options, and you can plan a trip to Gold Museum and Sovereign Hill while you're in town.

Golden Point (Ballarat)
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Wendouree

While visiting Wendouree, you might make a stop by sights like Eureka Stadium and McNulty Drive Reserve.

Wendouree
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Golden Square

You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and parks in Golden Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve or Holly Street Natural Features Reserve.

Golden Square
Quest Ballarat Station
Quest Ballarat Station
4 out of 5
Nolan, 11, Soldiers Hill, VIC
The price is AED 543 per night from Feb 25 to Feb 26
AED 543
AED 598 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Feb - 26 Feb
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (407 reviews)
"Thankyou for a memorable stay!"

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Quest Ballarat Station
Craig's Royal Hotel
Craig's Royal Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC
The price is AED 322 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
AED 322
AED 354 total
includes taxes & fees
25 Mar - 26 Mar
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9/10 Wonderful! (601 reviews)
"I loved staying at Craig’s. It was exactly what I needed. Room to rest and not see another person if you didn’t want to. Friendly staff and fabulous food."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Craig's Royal Hotel
Kryal Castle
Kryal Castle
4 out of 5
121 Forbes Road, Leigh Creek, VIC
The price is AED 221 per night from Feb 26 to Feb 27
AED 221
AED 243 total
includes taxes & fees
26 Feb - 27 Feb
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Leigh Creek. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Kryal Castle and Mount Warrenheip Flora ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (327 reviews)
"Nice for single day stay. Limited breakfast options."

Reviewed on 15 February 2025

Kryal Castle
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Quest Ballarat Station
Quest Ballarat Station
4 out of 5
Nolan, 11, Soldiers Hill, VIC
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (407 reviews)
"Thankyou for a memorable stay!"

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

Quest Ballarat Station
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
121 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat, VIC
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (885 reviews)
"It was a great experience. Staff was extremely friendly and helpfull. Next time I will book directly with The Provincial Hotel as Wotif was misleading and incorrect. Thank you Provincial staff for rectifying."

Reviewed on 19 February 2025

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Hepburn Escape Villa
Hepburn Escape Villa
4 out of 5
3 Forest Avenue, Hepburn Springs, VIC
Stay at this 4-star spa vacation home in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa ...
8.4/10 Very Good! (83 reviews)
"The place is wonderful. It says there is a washing machine but there isn't."

Reviewed on 15 November 2024

Hepburn Escape Villa
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Popular places to visit

Sovereign Hill

Sovereign Hill

4.5/5(8 reviews)

You can study the exhibits at Sovereign Hill, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

Sovereign Hill
Daylesford featuring a lake or waterhole

Lake Daylesford

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Daylesford during your travels in Daylesford. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.

Lake Daylesford
Bendigo Art Gallery

Bendigo Art Gallery

4.5/5(4 reviews)

You can spend an afternoon exploring the galleries in Bendigo Art Gallery in Bendigo. Take in the acclaimed art scene while you're in the area.

Bendigo Art Gallery
A cool peir overlooking Lake Wendouree in Ballarat. Great for long exposures. #BvSBlue

Lake Wendouree

4.5/5(2 reviews)

Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Wendouree during your travels in Ballarat. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.

Lake Wendouree
Daylesford

Convent Gallery

4/5(1 review)

You can spend time browsing the exhibits at Convent Gallery during your trip to Daylesford. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.

Convent Gallery
Ballarat showing night scenes and heritage architecture

Ballarat Town Hall

Ballarat Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Ballarat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens or experience the area's art scene.

Ballarat Town Hall