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 Rp1.481.076 per night from 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp1.481.076
Rp1.755.477 total
23 Aug - 24 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! (1,003 reviews)
"Very nice hospitality"

Reviewed on 17 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 Rp1.951.570 per night from 25 Aug to 26 Aug
Rp1.951.570
Rp2.146.727 total
25 Aug - 26 Aug
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! (1,021 reviews)
"Wonderful hotel. Beautiful atmosphere. It even smelled fantastic. Comfy bed, large spa and seperate lounge. Very homely. Would defiantly recommend! My wife was very happy!"

Reviewed on 9 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 23 Aug to 24 Aug
Rp2.410.627
Rp2.651.690 total
23 Aug - 24 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
The price is Rp1.859.956 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp1.859.956
Rp2.045.952 total
27 Aug - 28 Aug
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! (782 reviews)
"The staff were all very friendly & helpful, whether they were at the reception desk, restaurant or cleaning the rooms. Our room was clean, the restaurant was really nice & the front bar was quite nice to sit and enjoy a drink or two. The only negative is that there is t enough parking available for ..."

Reviewed on 20 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
Fully refundable
The price is Rp1.854.216 per night from 30 Aug to 31 Aug
Rp1.854.216
Rp2.039.638 total
30 Aug - 31 Aug
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, 2 bars/lounges and 2 coffee shops/cafes. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Art Gallery of Ballarat are ...
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 Rp2.375.102 per night from 27 Aug to 28 Aug
Rp2.375.102
Rp2.612.612 total
27 Aug - 28 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
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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.

A historic street with wooden buildings, a street lamp, and signs for a bakery and hotel.

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.

A lake with ducks, a tree, and a green post.

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.

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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.

A rural landscape with rolling hills, scattered trees, and a few buildings.
Photo by Jade Craven
Open Photo by Jade Craven

Buninyong

If you're spending some time in Buninyong, Union Jack Education Area and Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Ballarat Central Travel Guide