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Sovereign Hill
Strike gold at this open-air museum, which tells the story of Ballarat’s first decade as a gold rush town with recreated buildings, goldmine tours and workshops.
Lake Wendouree
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.
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 Botanical Gardens
Find out about the history of Ballarat when you spend time at Ballarat Botanical Gardens. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.
Art Gallery of Ballarat
Follow the history of Australian art from colonial to contemporary when you peruse the collection of Australia’s biggest and oldest regional art gallery.
Gold Museum
Find out about the treasured metal that enticed thousands of prospectors to find their fortune in the gold rush of the mid 19th century at this intriguing museum.
Things to do
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Miners Rest Hotel Deals
Quest Ballarat Station
The shower floor had had a temporary repair and needed re-tiling as water was getting under the tiles and was squishy. Otherwise, the suite was excellent.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
RACV Goldfields Resort
Lovely hotel, great staff
Reviewed on Dec 29, 2025
Mid City Ballarat
I was very comfortable at Mid City Motel. It had everything I needed for a comfortable stay. It is quiet & protected & within walking distance of shops, eateries & all the central facilities. It has covered parking off the main street which is great. The staff were so helpful & friendly & supportive. ...
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
The venue had a great garden area and was pleasantly welcoming.
Reviewed on Jan 1, 2026
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
Easy parking. Quiet. Clean. I have spacious room.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
Clean rooms. Reception staff was very good
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Miners Rest
Wendouree
While visiting Wendouree, you might make a stop by sights like Eureka Stadium and Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve.
Alfredton
Visitors to Alfredton enjoy its golf courses, and if you want to do some exploring, Ballarat Golf Club is worth a stop.
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.
Soldiers Hill
Uncover some of the top draws of Soldiers Hill like its spas and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Art Gallery of Ballarat or Ballarat Town Hall.
Newington
The bars and spas are just a few features travelers like about Newington. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Ballarat Tramway Museum and Lake Wendouree are a few top places to visit.
Ballarat Central
If you're spending some time in Ballarat Central, Ballarat Town Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre are top sights worth seeing.
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