Newington Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

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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 Newington Hotel Deals

Ballarat Central - Waller House - Netflix & Wifi

Ballarat Central - Waller House - Netflix & Wifi

Newington VIC
Stay at this family-friendly holiday home in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a garden and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and St Patrick's ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (70 reviews)
"Overall the property was a good base for a few days in Ballarat. The location, ease of booking, communication in advance, and arrival instructions were all very good. On arrival, the house was very cold (we did stay in July), though the reverse cycle heater/air conditioning in the lounge and the ..."

Reviewed on 21 July 2026

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Ballarat Central - Waller House - Netflix & Wifi
Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat

4 out of 5
19 Doveton St North Ballarat VIC
The price is AU$155 per night from 5 Aug to 6 Aug
AU$155
5 Aug - 6 Aug
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! (1,001 reviews)
"The place is great. Just everything is walking distance, food, shopping and the cinema."

Reviewed on 26 July 2026

Mid City Ballarat
RACV Goldfields Resort

RACV Goldfields Resort

4.5 out of 5
1500 Midland Highway Creswick VIC
Fully refundable
The price is AU$165 per night from 3 Aug to 4 Aug
AU$165
3 Aug - 4 Aug
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)
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Reviewed on 25 July 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 10 Aug to 11 Aug
AU$213
10 Aug - 11 Aug
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! (596 reviews)
"The quest was a very comfortable stay in the CBD of Ballarat. It was within short travel distance to the main attractions in town and the facilities were really modern and super clean. Overall a very comfortable stay."

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

Quest Ballarat Station
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

4 out of 5
613 Main Road Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC
The price is AU$199 per night from 30 July to 31 July
AU$199
30 July - 31 July
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this spa hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
121 Lydiard Street North Ballarat VIC
The price is AU$166 per night from 11 Aug to 12 Aug
AU$166
11 Aug - 12 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,018 reviews)
"A great hotel, stayed many times. Super clean snd cosy rooms. Make sure your brooms not on train station side, other than that it’s great"

Reviewed on 24 July 2026

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
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Our guide on where to stay in Newington

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Ballarat Central

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

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Photo by Lavinia Butterworth
Open Photo by Lavinia Butterworth

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.

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Golden Point (Ballarat)

Golden Point (Ballarat) is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Sovereign Hill, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.

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Ballarat East

Ballarat East is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Eureka Aquatic Center and Eureka Hall.

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, Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve and Union Jack Education Area are top sights worth seeing.

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