Wendouree Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

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Sovereign Hill

4.5/5(192 reviews)

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.

Sovereign Hill
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Lake Wendouree

4.5/5(243 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
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Ballarat Town Hall

4/5(70 reviews)

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
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Ballarat Botanical Gardens

4.5/5(142 reviews)

Find out about the history of Ballarat with a stop at Ballarat Botanical Gardens. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.

Ballarat Botanical Gardens
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Gold Museum

4.5/5(18 reviews)

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.

Gold Museum
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Art Gallery of Ballarat

4.5/5(69 reviews)

Follow the history of Australian art from colonial to contemporary when you peruse the collection of Australia’s biggest and oldest regional art gallery.

Art Gallery of Ballarat

Activities

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Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour

AU$189
Per adult
Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
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Our pick of the best Wendouree Hotel Deals

Mid City Ballarat
Mid City Ballarat
4 out of 5
19 Doveton St North, Ballarat, VIC
The price is AU$137 per night from 11 Jun to 12 Jun
AU$137
per night
11 Jun - 12 Jun
Stay at this 4-star motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,001 reviews)
"The rooms, whilst dated, are what you'd expect and are more than adequate. The location is excellent particularly for the central White Night event we attended. The staff were very helpful and we noted a sign saying they are understaffed which makes the effort even better. The bar at the top of the ..."

Reviewed on 2 Jun. 2024

Mid City Ballarat
Spacious 3 Bedroom home near Lake, shops & Grammar
Spacious 3 Bedroom home near Lake, shops & Grammar
Wendouree
Stay at this vacation home in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and cable/satellite TV service. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Botanical ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (4 reviews)
"A lovely place to stay with all the creature comforts we could have asked for. The property is hosted by the exceptional Tony, who checked in with us after arrival to make sure we were happy and see if we needed anything, and better yet, was only too happy to oblige and help out where he could when ..."

Reviewed on 15 Jan. 2024

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Spacious 3 Bedroom home near Lake, shops & Grammar
Quest Ballarat Station
Quest Ballarat Station
4 out of 5
Nolan, 11, Soldiers Hill, VIC
Fully refundableReserve now, pay when you stay
The price is AU$237 per night from 30 Jun to 1 Jul
AU$237
per night
30 Jun - 1 Jul
Stay at this 4-star golf aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (283 reviews)
"Absolutely my choice place for accommodation in Ballarat."

Reviewed on 19 May 2024

Quest Ballarat Station
RACV Goldfields Resort
RACV Goldfields Resort
4.5 out of 5
1500 Midland Highway, Creswick, VIC
The price is AU$158 per night from 4 Jun to 5 Jun
AU$158
per night
4 Jun - 5 Jun
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Creswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Popular attractions Creswick Natural Features Reserve and St ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (997 reviews)
"We had a health issue with one of our employees and the staff including felicity were truly amazing."

Reviewed on 27 May 2024

RACV Goldfields Resort
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
5 out of 5
121 Lydiard Street North, Ballarat, VIC
The price is AU$138 per night from 16 Jun to 17 Jun
AU$138
per night
16 Jun - 17 Jun
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (792 reviews)
A great place to stay.
"A great place to stay in Ballarat. Centrally located opposite the train station and an easy walk into the city. Our room was very comfortable and the restaurant meals were delicious. The staff were also very friendly and professional."

Reviewed on 1 Jun. 2024

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Craig's Royal Hotel
Craig's Royal Hotel
4 out of 5
10 Lydiard St South, Ballarat, VIC
The price is AU$152 per night from 10 Jun to 11 Jun
AU$152
per night
10 Jun - 11 Jun
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the restaurant and the helpful staff in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (461 reviews)
"Loved the architecture of the building. Loved using the old school lift. Food was great. Loved our room, we had a Royal Suite and a balcony. First time for me in Ballarat and it was a great visit. Definitely will be back"

Reviewed on 25 May 2024

Craig's Royal Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Wendouree

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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
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Alfredton

Visitors to Alfredton enjoy its golf courses, and if you want to do some exploring, Ballarat Golf Club is worth a stop.

Alfredton
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Ballarat North

If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballarat North and surrounding area, you can visit Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Eureka Stadium.

Ballarat North
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Soldiers Hill

You might appreciate the spas and restaurants in Soldiers Hill, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Art Gallery of Ballarat and Ballarat Town Hall are just a few notable stops.

Soldiers Hill
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Newington

The bars and spas are a few reasons travellers visit Newington. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Botanical Gardens, a few notable attractions nearby.

Newington
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Black Hill

Black Hill might not have many top sights, but Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Eureka Centre are two attractions nearby that you can check out.

Black Hill

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