Redan Travel Guide

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Popular places to visit

Sovereign Hill

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
Lake Wendouree

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
Ballarat showing night scenes and heritage architecture

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
Ballarat Fine Art Gallery showing interior views

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
Ballarat Botanical Gardens

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
Gold Museum which includes interior views

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

Activities

Sovereign Hill Eureka Centre and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour

Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour

AU$189
per adult
Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus 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
Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

AU$97
per adult
Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour
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Our pick of the best Redan Hotel Deals

Charming Redan Cottage – Close to Ballarat’s Heart

Charming Redan Cottage – Close to Ballarat’s Heart

Redan
The price is AU$420 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$420
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this cottage in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, a garden, and laundry facilities. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and St Patrick's Cathedral are located ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (5 reviews)
Good location but house issues let out down
"The location and layout of the house was great. But we had a number of negative issues.- the house wasn't very clean. The previous guests dinner was smeared on the dining chairs, there was rubbish under the beds, some of the crockery wasn't clean. Thankfully the bathrooms were clean. - most of the ..."

Reviewed on 14 July 2025

Charming Redan Cottage – Close to Ballarat’s Heart
Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat

4 out of 5
19 Doveton St North, Ballarat, VIC
The price is AU$135 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
AU$135
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in our ...
7.8/10 Good! (1,005 reviews)
"Bathromm needs renovation"

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Mid City Ballarat
Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station

4 out of 5
Nolan, 11, Soldiers Hill, VIC
The price is AU$182 per night from 25 Sept to 26 Sept
AU$182
25 Sept - 26 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star business-friendly aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, breakfast (surcharge), and a fitness center. Our guests praise the helpful staff ...
9.6/10 Exceptional! (489 reviews)
"We love the Quest at Ballarat Station. it is a welcome stopping off point when we are travelling to Melbourne from interstate. We know we can rest comfortably and have a good night sleep. Ballarat has lots to offer and it means we don't hit Melbourne at the end of a long day travelling to face peak ..."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

Quest Ballarat Station
RACV Goldfields Resort

RACV Goldfields Resort

4.5 out of 5
1500 Midland Highway, Creswick, VIC
The price is AU$175 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$175
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Creswick. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (1,000 reviews)
"The room was clean and offered a lovely view, which made for a pleasant stay. However, the breakfast selection was quite basic, and the quality and taste left much to be desired. For dinner, the restaurant menu was limited in variety, but the dishes we tried were flavorful and well-prepared."

Reviewed on 18 Sept 2025

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$164 per night from 5 Oct to 6 Oct
AU$164
5 Oct - 6 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 5-star luxury aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (956 reviews)
"A lovely property with a spacious room, comfy bed and a big bathroom. Its right across the street from Ballerat train stn and it was easy to walk everywhere. The restaurant attached to the hotel, is called Lola and was wonderful. Great atmosphere, delicious food and customer service team were ..."

Reviewed on 17 Sept 2025

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$150 per night from 20 Oct to 21 Oct
AU$150
20 Oct - 21 Oct
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4-star hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free WiFi, 2 bars/lounges, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (691 reviews)
"Single bed creaked and the room was too warm. It was very clean and quiet. Beautiful old building!"

Reviewed on 14 Sept 2025

Craig's Royal Hotel
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Other neighbourhoods around Redan

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Mount Pleasant

While Mount Pleasant isn't home to many top sights, Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mount Pleasant
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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 Ballarat Tramway Museum and Lake Wendouree, a few notable attractions nearby.

Newington
Ballarat

Ballarat Central

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

Ballarat Central
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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 Tramway Museum or Ballarat Golf Club.

Delacombe
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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
Sovereign Hill featuring interior views

Golden Point (Ballarat)

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

Golden Point (Ballarat)

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