Lake Wendouree Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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A sunset over a lake with silhouettes of trees and ducks.
A calm water body with tall grasses and trees with autumn foliage.
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Lake Wendouree

9.2/10 (1,041 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.
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Activities

Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour

Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour

AU$169
per adult
Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour
Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

AU$99
per adult
Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill

Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill

AU$1,150
per adult
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
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Our pick of the best Lake Wendouree Hotel Deals

Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments

Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments

4 out of 5
18 Grove Street Lake Wendouree VIC
The price is AU$273 per night from 23 Sept to 24 Sept
AU$273
23 Sept - 24 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this apartment in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Lake Wendouree and Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial ...
8.6/10 Excellent! (49 reviews)
"The bedside table lamp (Apartment 2) is broken. The space heater warning lamp for a filter cleaning was on. There was NO information comprndium."

Reviewed on 1 Sept 2025

Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments
Palace in Ballarat

Palace in Ballarat

Lake Wendouree VIC
The price is AU$2,401 per night from 1 Sept to 2 Sept
AU$2,401
1 Sept - 2 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this palace in Ballarat. Enjoy laundry facilities, an in-room coffee maker and in-room fireplaces. Popular attractions Lake Wendouree and Australian ...
Palace in Ballarat
Just off the beautiful Lake Wendouree, fully fenced, dog friendly, air cond

Just off the beautiful Lake Wendouree, fully fenced, dog friendly, air cond

Lake Wendouree VIC
The price is AU$340 per night from 4 Sept to 5 Sept
AU$340
4 Sept - 5 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Ballarat. Enjoy laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Eureka Stadium and Lake Wendouree are located ...
10/10 Exceptional! (36 reviews)
"The entire experience was so welcoming. The house was spotless, everything had been thought of, the heater was on, the bed was so comfortable and we would have no hesitation in booking it again."

Reviewed on 18 Aug 2026

Just off the beautiful Lake Wendouree, fully fenced, dog friendly, air cond
Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat

4 out of 5
19 Doveton St North Ballarat VIC
The price is AU$153 per night from 11 Sept to 12 Sept
AU$153
11 Sept - 12 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,000 reviews)
"I lost my swipe card that opens my door and it was easily replaced at reception i just had to show my photo id"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Mid City Ballarat
RACV Goldfields Resort

RACV Goldfields Resort

4.5 out of 5
1500 Midland Highway Creswick VIC
The price is AU$197 per night from 3 Sept to 4 Sept
AU$197
3 Sept - 4 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Creswick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9/10 Wonderful! (1,003 reviews)
"Had a great experience - thanks for having us!"

Reviewed on 31 Aug 2026

RACV Goldfields Resort
Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station

4 out of 5
Nolan, 11 Soldiers Hill VIC
The price is AU$213 per night from 7 Sept to 8 Sept
AU$213
7 Sept - 8 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (603 reviews)
"Staff were rude and unhelpfull"

Reviewed on 29 Aug 2026

Quest Ballarat Station
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Our guide on where to stay in Lake Wendouree

Find the best Lake Wendouree areas for the activities you enjoy most. Learn more about Lake Wendouree
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A historic building with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and a street with illuminated signs.

Ballarat Central

While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballarat Town Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre.

A historic street with wooden buildings, a street lamp, and signs for a bakery and hotel.

Golden Point (Ballarat)

Travellers come to Golden Point (Ballarat) for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum while you're in town.

A lake with ducks, a tree, and a green post.

Ballarat East

Visitors to Ballarat East enjoy its spas, and if you want to do some exploring, Eureka Hall is worth a stop.

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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 Golf Club, a few notable attractions nearby.

Wendouree

While visiting Wendouree, you might make a stop by sights like Eureka Stadium and Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve.

Lake Wendouree Travel Guide

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