Ballarat Central Travel Guide

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A cathedral interior with stained glass windows, a central altar, and Gothic architecture.
A historic building with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and a street with illuminated signs.
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A historic building with ornate architecture, a clock tower, and a street with illuminated signs.

Ballarat Town Hall

8.6/10 (79 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.
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Things to do

Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour

Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour

Rp2.132.167
per adult
Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour
Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour

Rp1.249.021
per adult
Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour
Private Ballarat and Wildlife Tour

Private Ballarat and Wildlife Tour

Rp10.093.099
per traveller
Private Ballarat and Wildlife Tour
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Top hotels in Ballarat Central

Mid City Ballarat

Mid City Ballarat

4 out of 5
19 Doveton St North Ballarat VIC
The price is Rp1.670.325 per night from 26 Aug to 27 Aug
Rp1.670.325
Rp1.964.072 total
26 Aug - 27 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ...
8/10 Very good! (1,004 reviews)
"I lost my swipe card that opens my door and it was easily replaced at reception i just had to show my photo id"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

Mid City Ballarat
The Provincial Boutique Hotel

The Provincial Boutique Hotel

5 out of 5
121 Lydiard Street North Ballarat VIC
The price is Rp1.949.097 per night from 8 Sept to 9 Sept
Rp1.949.097
Rp2.144.007 total
8 Sept - 9 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (1,023 reviews)
"The property was very cosie, comfortable and walking distance to everything in main city"

Reviewed on 23 Aug 2026

The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat

4.5 out of 5
7-11 Dawson Street North Ballarat VIC
The price is Rp2.410.627 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.410.627
Rp2.651.690 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a fitness centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ...
9.4/10 Exceptional! (790 reviews)
"Great stay everything was perfect"

Reviewed on 14 Aug 2026

Quest Ballarat
Craig's Royal Hotel

Craig's Royal Hotel

4 out of 5
10 Lydiard St South Ballarat VIC
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.866.157 per night from 2 Sept to 3 Sept
Rp1.866.157
Rp2.052.773 total
2 Sept - 3 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ...
9/10 Wonderful! (783 reviews)
"An excellent venue in the heart of the town. The staff were very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended."

Reviewed on 25 Aug 2026

Craig's Royal Hotel
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat

4 out of 5
27 Lydiard Street North Ballarat VIC
The price is Rp1.860.397 per night from 6 Sept to 7 Sept
Rp1.860.397
Rp2.046.437 total
6 Sept - 7 Sept
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Popular attractions Art Gallery of Ballarat and Her Majesty's Theatre ...
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
Lake Inn Ballarat

Lake Inn Ballarat

4.5 out of 5
1317 Mair Street Ballarat VIC
The price is Rp2.372.092 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp2.372.092
Rp2.609.301 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this business-friendly motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean ...
Lake Inn Ballarat
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Where to stay in Ballarat Central

Find the best Ballarat Central areas for the activities you enjoy most.
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Photo by Lavinia Butterworth
Open Photo by Lavinia Butterworth

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.

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Golden Point (Ballarat)

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

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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.

Wendouree

While visiting Wendouree, you might make a stop by sights like Eureka Stadium and Flax Mill Swamp Wildlife Reserve.

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Photo by BJ
Open Photo by BJ

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 Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Botanical Gardens, a few notable attractions nearby.

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