Attractions in Ballarat Region

The Ballarat region in Victoria offers a variety of attractions and activities for visitors. Some of the top attractions and experiences in the region include a Heritage Walking Tour where visitors can learn about Ballarat's rich history, architecture, and the cultural impact of the gold rush. The Art Gallery of Ballarat is another notable attraction, known for being the largest regional gallery in Australia with a diverse collection of artworks. Sovereign Hill is a must-visit attraction that offers a glimpse into life during the 1850s gold rush.

For those seeking natural beauty, Lake Wendouree provides a peaceful retreat in the heart of Ballarat, offering various water activities and picnic spots. The Ballarat Botanical Gardens, with over 150 years of history, provide a serene setting for visitors to stroll through beautiful gardens. The Ballarat Tramway Museum offers a unique experience to ride in century-old trams and learn about the city's history.

Visitors can also explore the region's culinary scene by discovering artisan foods, local wineries, and fabulous restaurants. The region's vibrant villages each offer unique experiences and attractions for visitors to enjoy. Timing a visit to coincide with one of Ballarat's seasonal festivals and events, such as White Night Ballarat, Sovereign Hill's Winter Wonderlights, or the Ballarat International Foto Biennale, adds another layer of cultural immersion to the visit.

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Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial

Memorials and Monuments | Ballarat

The Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial was dedicated on Friday, 6 February 2004.

Ballarat Botanical Gardens

Ballarat

Located on the west shore of scenic Lake Wendouree in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia, the Ballarat Botanic Garden Reserve covers an area of ??40 hectares divided into three distinct zones. The central reserve of the Botanic Gardens has the "gardenesque" style of the Victorian pleasure garden. On either side are parkland buffer zones known as the North and South Gardens. The gardens celebrated their bicentenary (150 years) in 2007.

Ballarat Botanical Gardens

Lake Wendouree

The Ballarat Botanical Gardens Reserve is located on the western shore of Lake Wendouree in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia.

Beaufort Band Rotunda

Other | Beaufort

The Beaufort Band Rotunda was designed by Ballarat architects Clegg and Miller and built by Stevenson Brothers in 1903 at a cost of around £300.

Black Hill Reserve

Ballarat

Black Hill Reserve is a must-visit destination for outdoor enthusiasts in Ballarat, Australia.

Black Hill Reserve and Mountain Bike Trails

Black Hill

Located just a few minutes away from Ballarat's city center, the Black Hill Reserve is an outdoor destination that perfectly blends scenic views and adventure.

Buninyong Botanic Gardens

Buninyong

Buninyong Botanical Gardens is a popular spot for social gatherings and activities in the heart of Buninyong, less than 20 minutes' drive from central Ballarat.

Durham Point

Ballarat

Durham Point is a scenic picnic spot in Ballarat, Australia.

Goldfields Track

Ballarat East

Goldfields Track Ballarat East is a 210km point-to-point track that joins the gold rush era towns of Ballarat, Creswick, Daylesford, Castlemaine and Bendigo.

Gong Gong - Kirks Reservoir

Gong Gong

Located only a 10-minute drive from the centre of Ballarat, Kirks Reservoir Park is a must-visit destination for travellers who love picturesque landscapes.

Lake Burrumbeet

Ballarat

Lake Burrumbeet, located in Central Western Victoria, is a significant natural attraction.

Mooramong

Other | Carranballac

Mooramong Carranballac is a historic homestead near Skipton, Victoria that offers a glimpse into the elegant lifestyle of D.J.S (Scobie) Mackinnon and Claire Adams.

Mount Buangor State Park

Middle Creek

Mount Buangor State Park is a 2400-hectare park located in the Bayindeen region 60 kilometres west of Ballarat, Victoria.

Mount Buninyong

Buninyong

Mount Buninyong is an extinct volcano located within the Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve in western Victoria, Australia.

Murrup Laarr Ancestral Stones

Other | Lake Wendouree

Murrup Laarr is a contemporary artwork consisting of a traditionally-built stone hut in the middle of a circle of basalt standing stones

Open Monument

Memorials and Monuments | Ballarat

Open Monument is a contemporary work of art that honors the history of the Chinese people in Ballarat.

South Gardens

Ballarat

South Gardens Ballarat is a tranquil garden located just south of the Botanical Gardens.

St Patrick's Point

Ballarat

St Patrick's Point in Ballarat, Australia, is a must-visit destination that offers beautiful panoramic views of the city and surrounding areas.

The Eureka Trail

Ballarat

The Eureka Trail in Ballarat, Australia is a 3.5 km journey into the past and a must-visit for history enthusiasts.

The Goldfields Track

Ballarat

The Goldfields Track in Ballarat, Australia is a 210km trail that links the gold rush era towns of Ballarat, Creswick, Daylesford, and Castlemaine to Bendigo. It is the longest shared-use track in Victoria and offers a range of experiences for both hikers and cyclists. The trail has three shorter sections: the Wallaby Track (90km), the Dry Diggings Track (61km), and the Leanganook Track (58km).

View Point

Ballarat

View Point Ballarat is a historic Australian gold-mining town located in the state of Victoria.

Yarrowee River Trail

Ballarat

The Yarrowee River Trail in Ballarat, Victoria, Australia is a popular attraction that offers stunning views of bushland, forests, wetlands, paddocks, and native wildlife. Stretching approximately 9.3 miles from Gong Gong Reservoir Park to Magpie, this scenic trail is part of the Goldfields Track and is suitable for cycling or walking. It is considered a moderately challenging route and can be accessed at the corner of Bridge St (Mt Clear/Sebastopol Rd) and Albert St, Sebastopol.