Ascot 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.
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.
Rosalind Park
Bendigo’s central park tells the city’s story through historic relics, heritage gardens, leafy avenues and a beautiful 19th-century conservatory.
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.
Bendigo Library
Bendigo’s local community hub is a great place to learn about the Goldfields region, read a book at the café or bring the family for a day of educational fun.
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.
Things to do
Bendigo Chinese Heritage Tour with Morning Tea Sundays
Bendigo: Chinese Heritage Tour with Morning Tea (Sundays)
Top hotels in Ascot
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
Top spot with great meals and drinks at very good prices. Best value di far on our toad trip. 👍😊
Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026
Oval Motel
Positives: The room has kettle, cutlery, plates and bowls etc, mugs, glasses, mini fridge and microwave. No stove or pots/pans. Also has a TV and reverse cycle air con. Lots of brochures for local dining. Beds were comfortable with plenty of bedding. The room decor is colourful and simple. Price ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Mercure Bendigo Schaller
The room, although very small was extremely clean. Our room faced Lucan Ave and the traffic noise was loud in the mornings. The blind let a lot of light in when the sun came up which was a bit frustrating. All staff members were friendly and efficient. Breakfast was very good and my husband and I ...
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
Quality Hotel Lakeside
Staff is super friendly. Accommodations are great! Housekeeping does an AMAZING job! Great location in town!
Reviewed on 18 Feb 2026
Hotel Shamrock Bendigo
Enjoyable great room
Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Bendigo
Very pleased by the little extras. Salt and pepper, toilet and fly spray. ;-)
Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ascot
Epsom
Though Epsom may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Bendigo Botanic Gardens and Bendigo Racecourse.
East Bendigo
While visiting East Bendigo, you might make a stop by sights like Bendigo East Bushland Reserve and White Hills H92 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.
Huntly
If you're spending some time in Huntly, Huntly Greene St Bushland Reserve and Huntly Streamside Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
North Bendigo
While visiting North Bendigo, you might make a stop by sights like Webdon Park Estate Reserve and Jackass Flat Nature Conservation Reserve.
Eaglehawk
If you're spending some time in Eaglehawk, Sandhurst H90 Bushland Reserve and Peter Krenz Leisure Centre are top sights worth seeing.
