Ironbark Travel Guide
Bendigo
Popular places to visit
Bendigo Art Gallery
Go on a journey through two centuries of art as you explore the galleries of one of Australia’s oldest regional galleries and its sleek contemporary wing.
Rosalind Park
Bendigo’s central park tells the city’s story through historic relics, heritage gardens, leafy avenues and a beautiful 19th-century conservatory.
Central Deborah Gold Mine
For an exciting and immersive history experience, descend into Bendigo’s mineshafts and learn about the city’s rich gold-mining heritage on a guided tour.
Bendigo Town Hall
After visiting Bendigo Town Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Bendigo. Take in the acclaimed art galleries while you're in the area.
Hargreaves Mall
Indulge in some retail therapy, grab a drink or a bite to eat or catch one of the many events that take place in Bendigo’s central shopping precinct.
Golden Dragon Museum
Bendigo’s rich Chinese heritage is showcased at this museum, which follows the culture’s influence in the city from the gold rush to the present day.
Top hotels in Ironbark
Hotel Shamrock Bendigo
Very helpful and courteous lady when we checked in
Reviewed on 5 Dec 2025
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
The room was clean and tidy. All amenities were stocked. The bed was comfortable. Staff were very welcoming upon arrival and provided all required information. Air conditioner worked but not overly well. Room got a little warm at times.
Reviewed on 6 Dec 2025
Mercure Bendigo Schaller
Always a great stay, five stars for every aspect of the experience.
Reviewed on 13 Nov 2025
All Seasons Resort
The room was very clean and the bed and pillows were incredibly comfortable. We did have 3 very large moths who had taken up residence in the room though but they were pretty quiet guests and caused us no concern.
Reviewed on 23 Nov 2025
Quest Bendigo
WiFi never works! The place is big and nice.
Reviewed on 3 Dec 2025
Elm Motel
Very clean and comfortable, friendly and helpful staff. Would definitely stay there again.
Reviewed on 29 Nov 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ironbark
Bendigo Central
While visiting Bendigo Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bendigo Art Gallery and The Capital-Bendigo's Performing Arts Centre.
Golden Square
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and parks in Golden Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve or Sparrowhawk Gully Bushland Reserve.
North Bendigo
While visiting North Bendigo, you might make a stop by sights like Jackass Flat Nature Conservation Reserve and Webdon Park Estate Reserve.
Quarry Hill
Travellers like the golf courses in Quarry Hill, and Solomon Gully Nature Conservation Reserve is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Kennington
Kennington is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Flora Hill Bushland Reserve and Grassy Flat Reservoir Bushland Reserve.
White Hills
You'll enjoy the restaurants and gardens in White Hills. You might want to make time for a stop at Bendigo Botanic Gardens or White Hills Sediments Geological Reserve.
