Alfredton
Ballarat
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
St Patrick's Cathedral
You can find out about the history of Ballarat with a trip to St Patrick's Cathedral. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
Things to do
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Alfredton Hotel Deals
Bell Tower Inn
Clean room, staff were polite and helpful
Reviewed on Jan 17, 2026
Alfred Motor Inn
Alfred motor inn was everything we needed. Spotless clean and tidy, everything well maintained and working. Such a comfortable and secure stay. And the price was great. Definitely going back and highly recommend.
Reviewed on Jan 4, 2026
Ambassador Motor Inn Ballarat
Clean and spacious room
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Avenue Motel
Great staff, neat and clean inside and out. Super comfy bed. Loved the fact breakfast was included!!! Plus having a cat visit and say hello was a nice touch too.
Reviewed on Dec 27, 2025
Quest Ballarat Station
Very clean rooms the staff were friendly and cheerful. 10/10 Highly recommended.
Reviewed on Feb 9, 2026
RACV Goldfields Resort
Nice setting!
Reviewed on Feb 6, 2026
Other neighborhoods around Alfredton
Newington
The bars and spas are just a few features travelers like about Newington. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Botanical Gardens are a few top places to visit.
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.
Delacombe
Delacombe is well-liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ballarat area, you might plan a trip to Ballarat Golf Club or Lake Wendouree.
Wendouree
While visiting Wendouree, you might make a stop by sights like Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve and Eureka Stadium.
Redan
Though Redan might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall.
Ballarat Central
If you're spending some time in Ballarat Central, St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
