Ballarat East Travel Guide
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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
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Ballarat Gold Fields - Sovereign Hill & Winery Tour
Top hotels in Ballarat East
Victoriana Motor Inn
The room was a little tired but spacious. Microwave and toaster were provided but there were no dishes or cutlery making it difficult to eat in. We decided to buy our own from the IGA close by - a convenient short walk. Otherwise, reasonable for the price. Easily accessible. Convenient parking.
Reviewed on 23 Apr 2026
The Eastern Hotel Accommodations
Property is quite dated but its pretty good for the price. Room was clean. The only true negative was the fact that the bar below has live music that goes on until late which can be heard from the rooms.
Reviewed on 4 Apr 2026
Eureka Stockade Holiday Park
We were put in a much smaller cabin than what was expected from the online photos for 3A & 1C. Overpriced for what received, compared to cabins available
Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026
Eureka Lodge Motel
Room was clean, minimal kitchen (or lack thereof). Beds were hard, on Expedia it shows playground and pool which makes you think its at the motel but it's cross the road which is misleading. Loud at night and light out the front of the room was bright at night.
Reviewed on 5 Apr 2026
Miner's Retreat Motel
Quest Ballarat Station
Clean rooms
Reviewed on 24 Apr 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballarat East
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
