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Sovereign Hill

Bradshaw Street,
Ballarat VIC 3350

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Mon:

Closed

Tue-Sun:

10am–5pm

$33 - $145.50

Adults – $52.50. Concession – $43.50. Children – $33. Family of 4 (2 Adults and 2 Children) – $145.50. Family of 3 (1 Adult and 2 Children) – $103. Additional Child – $28.50.

Sovereign Hill is a living museum presenting the story of Ballarat as a gold rush boomtown. Gold was discovered here in 1851, triggering the greatest alluvial gold rush the world has ever known.

But this isn't the history lesson you got at school. Sovereign Hill puts you at the heart of the action.

Explore underground on a mine tour, cosplay as a gold rush character inside their 1850s photography studio, pan for gold on the diggings, hop onto a coach ride, see live rare trades demonstrations, try the iconic Raspberry Drops handcrafted only at Sovereign Hill, browse the shops, and meet some colourful costumed characters.

SPECIAL OFFER

3-Day Ballarat AFL Pass

On presentation of your AFL Community Series game ticket, you will receive a three-day General Entry pass to Sovereign Hill for the price of a single day.

Whether you're in town for Melbourne vs Richmond, St Kilda vs Essendon, or North Melbourne vs Collingwood, extend your match day and immerse yourself in history, theatre, and hands-on gold rush experiences. It's the perfect way for footy fans and families to make a weekend of it in Ballarat.

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We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.


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