Ballarat Central Travel Guide
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Popular places to visit
Ballarat Town Hall
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.
Art Gallery of Ballarat
Follow the history of Australian art from colonial to contemporary when you peruse the collection of Australia’s biggest and oldest regional art gallery.
St Patrick's Cathedral
You can find out about the history of Ballarat with a trip to St Patrick's Cathedral. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
Sovereign Hill
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.
Lake Wendouree
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.
Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.
Things to do
Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Top hotels in Ballarat Central
Mid City Ballarat
Everything was fine
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Limited parking so be early. The hotel has no lift for those with mobility issues.
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026
Quest Ballarat
We received an upgrade to a unit and unfortunately there was no tv in the bedroom. Otherwise good. Would stay there again
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
Craig's Royal Hotel
I stayed in a single room for one night. It was comfortable with an excellent bathroom. The staff were really lovely and the vegetable side dish on the dinner menu is 5 star. Definitely will come back.
Reviewed on 29 Mar 2026
Lake Inn Ballarat
Great place
Reviewed on 25 Mar 2026
Oscar's Hotel
Comfortable rooms, great dining downstairs
Reviewed on 7 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballarat Central
Bakery Hill
The restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Bakery Hill. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Her Majesty's Theatre or Art Gallery of Ballarat.
Soldiers Hill
You might appreciate the spas and restaurants in Soldiers Hill, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Art Gallery of Ballarat and Ballarat Town Hall are just a few notable stops.
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.
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.
Redan
Though Redan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall.
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.
