Bakery Hill Travel Guide
Ballarat
Visit Bakery Hill
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.
Things to do
Grampians National Park Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne
Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Ballarat Gold Fields - Sovereign Hill & Winery Tour
Top hotels in Bakery Hill
The Menzies Ballarat
Large fridge in the room was welcome.
Reviewed on 9 Apr 2026
City Views Ballarat
Great location and very convenient for a short stay. It’s within walking distance to a range of restaurants, and having McDonald’s, Coles and Big W nearby made everything really easy. The beds were comfortable, which made for a good night’s sleep. However, the room itself felt quite run down and ...
Reviewed on 6 Apr 2026
Barkly Motorlodge
Staff were good, tv had minimal coverage with pay tv
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Bakery Hill Motel
Central City Motor Inn
The staff was very friendly and effective, offering us recommendations for places to eat at in the neighbourhood, lending us an iPhone charger, opening the swimming pool for us etc. Thank you!
Reviewed on 14 Apr 2026
Mid City Ballarat
Great budget accomodation and the breakfast was great. Comfortable bed and room and staff were very helpful
Reviewed on 12 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Bakery Hill
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.
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.
Ballarat Central
While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall.
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.
Black Hill
Black Hill might not have many top sights, but Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Eureka Aquatic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out.
Mount Pleasant
While Mount Pleasant isn't home to many top sights, Sovereign Hill and Lake Esmond are some notable places to visit nearby.
