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Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Located on the western shore of Lake Wendouree, approximately four kilometres from Ballarat’s city centre, the Gardens are…
Ballarat Wildlife Park
Winner of Victoria’s Best Attraction at the 2023 Victorian Tourism Awards and silver in Major Attractions 2024. Ballarat…
Ballarat Tramway Museum
Travel back in time through the beautiful Ballarat Botanical Gardens alongside Lake Wendouree. By riding one of the…
Eureka Centre Ballarat
Each year the Eureka Centre welcomes people from around the world who seek a meaningful connection to one…
Sovereign Hill
Sovereign Hill is a living museum presenting the story of Ballarat as a gold rush boomtown. Gold was…
Kryal Castle
Enjoy a range of activities at Kryal Castle; located just a short drive from Ballarat city center. This…
Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre
The Ballarat Aquatic and Lifestyle Centre, or BALC, is here for you. Located in the heart of Ballarat,…
Ballarat Aviation Museum
Ballarat Aviation Museum is located within the grounds of the Ballarat Aerodrome. The museum is dedicated to the…
Ballarat Bird World
Take a stroll along the raised walkway past the landscaped waterfall and gardens to view the birds on…
Ballarat Ghost Tour
Operating since 2008, Eerie Tours is one of Australia’s most popular Ghost Tour providers and the first to…
Ballarat Indoor Go Karts, Laserforce and Entertainment Centre
Ballarat Indoor Go Karts and Laserforce delivers high-energy indoor go-karting, laser tag missions and engaging arcade games, offering…
Black Hill Reserve and Mountain Bike Trails
The Black Hill Reserve includes the Black Hill lookout, offering sweeping views of Ballarat and the surrounding district…
Civic Hall Ballarat
Ballarat’s Civic Hall has re-emerged as one of the City’s most popular and adaptable event spaces. We’ve hosted…
Collins Booksellers Ballarat on Lydiard
Collins Booksellers Ballarat on Lydiard is a destination bookstore in a beautifully historical and architecturally rich precinct. The…
The Pottage – Pottery and Ceramics Studio
The Pottage is a community pottery and craft studio in Ballarat that offers relaxed, hands-on creative experiences. People…
Dementia-friendly Forest and Sensory Trail
In 2021, Australia’s first Dementia-friendly Forest and Sensory Trail was created in Woowookarung Regional Park. Just inside the…
Golden City Paddle Steamer and Museum Society
View the history of paddle boats, the digital photographic images and watch new and old videos of activities…
Gold Rush Mini Golf
Located conveniently on the Western Highway, Gold Rush Mini Golf’s Two 18 hole fully licensed themed golf courses…
Her Majesty’s Theatre Ballarat
Opened in 1875, Her Majesty’s Theatre is the beating cultural heart of Ballarat, holding the title of Australia’s…
Hop Lane
Discover Ballarat’s striking Hop Lane. It is hard to miss the magical umbrellas floating from the sky. Located…
Inclusive Play-Space
The concept for an Inclusive Play-Space in Ballarat came from the community in 2012 and was driven through…
Lake Wendouree
Lake Wendouree has been a community destination for more than 150 years. Located in central Ballarat next to…
Lake Wendouree Loop Ride
See the highlights of central Ballarat on two wheels! Ride around two of the city’s most iconic outdoor…
Mount Buninyong
Mount Buninyong is an extinct volcanic mountain 745 metres above sea level. It’s a great landmark of the…
The Art Club Hub
The Art Club Hub is a venue for creative minds to come together and express themselves through art.…
Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts Ballarat
The Wendouree Centre for Performing Arts in Ballarat is host to a wide variety of events including intimate…
Woowookarung Regional Park
Woowookarung – ‘place of plenty’ is part of the traditional lands of the Wadawurrung Aboriginal people. Woowookarung Regional…
Xtreme Bounce
Get ready to have fun with your family and friends at the regions only trampoline center, Xtreme Bounce…
Lal Lal Falls
Lal Lal Falls is a waterfall 20 minutes’ drive from Ballarat with an impressive drop into a large,…
Lerderderg State Park
The Lerderderg River has carved a deep and picturesque gorge through this rugged park located within easy reach…
Telford Park All Abilities Sculpture Trail
The Telford Park All Abilities Sculpture Trail is located in Bacchus Marsh. 1.8km of all abilities trail winds…
Calembeen Park
Calembeen Park is located just a short walk or drive west of the Creswick town centre. It boasts…
Creswick Regional Park
At Creswick Regional Park, visitors can encounter wildlife in diverse natural environments, from wetlands and lakes to plantation…
Creswick Woollen Mills – A Very Fine Yarn
Creswick Woollen Mills is an award-winning Australian family business and the last coloured woollen spinning mill in Australia…
Djuwang Baring (Creswick Trails)
Djuwang Baring – which means ‘long track’ in the Dja Dja Wurrung language – is a 60-kilometre network…
Hammon Park Creswick
Hammon Park is home to the trailhead of Djuwang Baring (Creswick Trails) – a 60-kilometre network of newly…
La Gerche Forest Walk Loop
When forest bailiff John La Gerche came to Creswick in 1882, he found what was described as a…
Maze House
Maze House has a 34 year old hedge maze and unique carnival games hiding around every corner of…
Ballarat-Skipton Rail Trail
The 53 kilometre Ballarat–Skipton Rail Trail runs along the former railway to Skipton, from western Ballarat, Haddon, Smythesdale…
Cyril Callister Vegemite Museum: The man who invented Vegemite
The Cyril Callister Vegemite Museum celebrates the life, work and legacy of Dr Cyril Callister, the Australian scientist…
St Georges Lake
St Georges Lake lies two kilometres east of Creswick and is a fabulous spot to escape the hustle…
Tuki
Discover Tuki’s unforgettable experiences as you soak up the breathtaking scenery and stunning location with uninterrupted views of…
Cave Hill Creek
Welcome to Cave Hill Creek, an Australian Tourism Award-winning accommodation and outdoor recreation venue. The venue hosts camps,…
Koori Art Trail at the Beaufort Lake
Enjoy a leisurely walk or bike ride along the banks of Beaufort Lake. Discover the Koori Art Trail,…
Log Cabin Camp
Log Cabin Camp Venues offers accredited group accommodation and outdoor recreation experiences in the heart of Victoria’s Goldfields,…
Bacchus Marsh 1000 Plus Steps
This iconic trail is more than a walk—it’s a journey to the top. Whether you’re chasing fitness goals…
Nimons Bridge
Nimons Bridge was Victoria’s fourth-largest timber trestle bridge when built and is the third-tallest surviving example. It is…