Lake Wendouree Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

A sunset over a body of water with a dramatic sky.
A sunset over a lake with silhouettes of trees and ducks.
A calm water body with tall grasses and trees with autumn foliage.
A sunset over a body of water with vibrant red and orange clouds.
A group of black swans with red beaks standing on a rocky shore surrounded by water.

Stay near popular Lake Wendouree attractions

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

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 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$340
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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! (39 reviews)
"Beautiful home with everything you need to be comfortable. Dogs loved sniffing in the yard. Across from the lake, pretty much see it from the street front of the house. We ate dinner from Fishery Chick it is walking distance from the house and it was yummy. TV was amazing lots to watch. Lots of heating ..."

Reviewed on 6 Sept 2026

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

Palace in Ballarat

Lake Wendouree VIC
The price is AU$2,320 per night from 19 Oct to 20 Oct
AU$2,320
19 Oct - 20 Oct
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
Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments

Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments

4 out of 5
18 Grove Street Lake Wendouree VIC
The price is AU$272 per night from 29 Oct to 30 Oct
AU$272
29 Oct - 30 Oct
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! (51 reviews)
"I want to live in this apartment! Situated in a fully renovated art deco-era apartment block, only a few houses back from Lake Wendouree, this place was perfect for our overnight stay. Clean, comfy, reasonably priced, great communication with the host. The artworks were impressive too. We'll definitely ..."

Reviewed on 6 Oct 2026

Lake Wendouree Luxury Apartments
Lake Wendouree Wonder

Lake Wendouree Wonder

Lake Wendouree Victoria
The price is AU$517 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$517
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this holiday home in Ballarat. Enjoy a garden, balconies and an in-room coffee maker. Popular attractions Lake Wendouree and Australian Ex-Prisoners ...
Lake Wendouree Wonder
Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat

4 out of 5
19 Doveton St North Ballarat VIC
The price is AU$135 per night from 18 Oct to 19 Oct
AU$135
18 Oct - 19 Oct
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. ...
Mid City Ballarat
Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station

4 out of 5
Nolan, 11 Soldiers Hill VIC
The price is AU$216 per night from 25 Oct to 26 Oct
AU$216
25 Oct - 26 Oct
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! (610 reviews)
"Room was clean, staff were understanding and underground parking definitely worth it. Price for the room was overpriced in my opinion. Each to their own. Overall a good place to stay."

Reviewed on 16 Oct 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 horse-drawn carriage, and a sign for the Victoria Theatre.

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 historical town with wooden buildings and a prominent church steeple.

Ballarat East

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

A small wooden boathouse with a dark blue door, a white trim, and a tall antenna on a pier extending into calm water.

Wendouree

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

A rural landscape with rolling hills, scattered trees, and a few buildings.
Photo by Jade Craven
Open Photo by Jade Craven

Buninyong

If you're spending some time in Buninyong, Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve and Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Lake Wendouree Travel Guide

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