Canadian Travel Guide
Ballarat
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

Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour

Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Top hotels in Canadian

Mid City Ballarat
Very friendly staff. Good location and privacy too..
Reviewed on 1 Apr 2026

Quest Ballarat Station
A lovely gem. Kitchen was well equipped and really useful. Beautiful rooms.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026

RACV Goldfields Resort
Great stay
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
Comfortable lodge unitary clean if a bit tired in places with good choice of TV.About 2 miles from the centre of Ballarat but next door to Golden Point pub
Reviewed on 26 Mar 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

Main Lead Ballarat Motel
Not bad for the price
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Canadian

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.

Mount Clear
Mount Clear is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ballarat area, you might plan a trip to Lake Esmond or Sovereign 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.

Mount Pleasant
While Mount Pleasant isn't home to many top sights, Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty's Theatre are some notable places to visit nearby.

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.

Ballarat Central
While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall.

