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.
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.
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 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.
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.
Top hotels in Ironbark
Hotel Shamrock Bendigo
Clean and comfortable
Reviewed on 2 Jan 2026
All Seasons Resort
Rooms were to notch for our family, clean and close to the pool. The staff were fantastic. Special mention to Bec in the restaurant. Who always stopped for a chat and pointed out things for us. The place was just over all. Brilliant.
Reviewed on 5 Jan 2026
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
Nice easy and friendly staff.
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Quality Hotel Lakeside
Good location
Reviewed on 1 Jan 2026
Elm Motel
Great shower and bed! Thank you
Reviewed on 4 Jan 2026
Quality Inn Colonial
Very clean and the staff was nice people
Reviewed on 30 Dec 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ironbark
Long Gully
While Long Gully may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve and Bendigo Stadium.
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 Sparrowhawk Gully Bushland Reserve or Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve.
North Bendigo
While visiting North Bendigo, you might make a stop by sights like Jackass Flat Nature Conservation Reserve and California Gully Bushland Reserve.
Quarry Hill
Travellers like the golf courses in Quarry Hill, and Quarry Hill Golf Club 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 Greater Bendigo National Park.
