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
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Ballarat Gold Fields - Sovereign Hill & Winery Tour
Top hotels in Ballarat Central
Mid City Ballarat
"Was a big room, big bed, clean, older style however couldnt fault for what we were after budget friendly."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
"A delightful hotel in the centre of Ballarat. Really enjoyed our stay. Will come back again next year."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Quest Ballarat
"Bedside tables hadn’t been wiped clean. The bathroom sink didn’t drain well. There was a terribly strong smell of smoke in the bathroom. Helen’s customer service was exemplary."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Craig's Royal Hotel
"Grand hotel - nice quiet rooms. Lovely restoration. Atmosphere is marred by the poker machines."
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Lake Inn Ballarat
"Great place and super clean! Location is great and super close to a good pub and an IGA. Staff was super friendly and very accommodating to our needs! Only two nickpicks are that the TV is too far away from the sofa and the bed was too soft for me (but that's just personal preference)."
Reviewed on 15 Jun 2026
Quality Inn The George Hotel Ballarat
"Thin walls made"
Reviewed on 17 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Ballarat Central
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.
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 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.
Canadian
Travellers like the parks in Canadian, and Lake Esmond is a top attraction you might want to visit.
