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Summary
Weather for Ballarat

Travel to the past to search for gold. 110 kilometres west of Melbourne, immerse yourself in the history and heritage of Ballarat. Victoria's largest inland city blends its extraordinary past with an exciting present. Gold laid the foundations of Ballarat and yielded majestic architecture and wide tree-lined streets still evident today.

It all began in 1837 when squatters led by Willian Yuille camped on the shores of the Black Swamp, which now has been converted into Lake Wendouree.

View the display in the Robert Clark Conservatory - a showcase of outstanding floral displays throughout the year, including the city's splendid begonia collection from March until May. Taste the unique flavours of the local wines. Don't forget to look John Howard in the eye as you walk down the famous avenue of bronze busts of past and present prime ministers. A self-guided heritage walk through the town. Delve into the gold mining history of the region at Sovereign Hill.

Ballarat is a city that invites you to stay a while, explore its rich history and heritage, nearby natural attractions and make the most of the friendly, cosmopolitan atmosphere.

Lake Wendouree
Sovereign Hill
Visit the Mining Exchange where soldiers gathered to quell a revolt by miners at the
Eureka Stockade
Visit stylish cafes in Sturt Street
Listen to live music in pubs
Try your luck panning for gold
Ballarat Fine Art Gallery - Australia's oldest and largest regional gallery
Take a self-guided heritage walk or drive around town
Take a drive along the Great Grape Road and taste the region's award-winning wines
Kryal Castle - tourist complex, functions, accommodation
Ballarat Wildlife Park - experience close contact with native Australian wildlife

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Accommodation

Ballarat Miners Cottages
Ballarat
Ideally located in the Ballarat area, Ballarat Miners Cottages offer quality accommodation and a slice of Australian goldfields history. The 2...
From £90
At Hillside
Ballarat
At Hillside offers premium holiday house accommodation, conveniently located just four blocks from Ballarats City Centre, Sovereign Hill, museums...
From £77
Comfort Inn Bell Tower
Ballarat
Located in Ballarat, just 1.5 hours from Melbourne, Comfort Inn Belltower offers quality accommodation for travellers, business people &...
From £63
Craigs Royal Hotel
Ballarat
Craig's Royal Hotel offers restored grand hotel accommodation in Ballarat. Featuring luxuriously appointed rooms or suites all with modern...
From £128
BIG4 Ballarat Welcome Stranger Holiday Park
Ballarat
BIG4 Ballarat Welcome Stranger Holiday Park has a range of award-winning accommodation at Ballarat, in the Goldfields of Victoria. Within the Park...
From £22

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Golden Nugget Discovery Tours
Ballarat
Welcome to Golden Nugget Discovery Tours, WINNER Tourism Award - CGU Commerce Ballarat Busines Excellence Award 2007.
Golden Nugget Tours...
From £74
Midlands Golf Club Inc - Function Venues
Ballarat
Midlands Golf Club is situated in picturesque surroundings with gently undulating fairways fringed with well established trees and strategically...
Ballarat Tenpin Bowling Centre
Ballarat North
Ballarat Tenpin Bowling Centre is a fantastic venue for group functions and birthdays, as well as providing a relaxed enviroment for league games....
Ballarat Badminton Stadium
Wendouree
Ballarat Badminton Stadium, in Wendouree, is a well known venue hosting regular team events and is also available for private hire. ...
Gold Rush Golf
Warrenheip
Entertainment is guaranteed with the 18 hole outdoor mini golf course built to major theme park standards with longer greens , interesting...

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Glasshouse Restaurant
Ballarat
The Glasshouse Restaurant serves a contemporary Australian menu in a relaxing stylish atmosphere. There are old favourites and new tastes using...
North Britain Hotel
Ballarat
Surround yourself in antiques, collectables and good company - for an experience you won't forget.
Choose from the extensive cocktail...
City Oval Restaurant Bar & Functions
Ballarat
The City Oval Café and Bar is situated right on Ballarat city oval overlooking the field and very close to Lake Wendouree. With a great menu...
Ballarat Leagues Club
Ballarat
Located Centrally, only 500m for picturesque Lake Wendouree, Ballarat Leagues Club boast a relaxed family atmosphere and is ideal for your next...
Park Hotel
Ballarat
The Park Hotel and Bistro is famous for its bistro lunches from $10.00 with complimentary glass of wine or soft drink.
Evening Bistro...

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