Things to do in Goldfields
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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.
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.
Lake Daylesford
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Daylesford during your travels in Daylesford. While in this relaxing area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
Hanging Rock Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Hanging Rock Reserve, a lovely green space in Woodend. Discover the area's mountain views and spas.
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.
Convent Gallery
Come to this central Victorian exhibit space to admire its eclectic mix of artwork, see its heritage architectural features, browse its sculpture garden and relax in its café.
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.
Rosalind Park
Bendigo’s central park tells the city’s story through historic relics, heritage gardens, leafy avenues and a beautiful 19th-century conservatory.
Areas of Goldfields
Lake Wendouree
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Lake Wendouree. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Wendouree or Ballarat Botanical Gardens.
Kangaroo Flat
Kangaroo Flat is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lansell Plaza Shopping Centre and Kangaroo Flat Lockwood Road Bushland Reserve.
Eaglehawk
Though Eaglehawk may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Jackass Flat Nature Conservation Reserve and Comet Hill Natural Features Reserve.
Golden Square
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and parks in Golden Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Cooinda Park or Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve.
Buninyong
If you're spending some time in Buninyong, Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve and Buninyong H21 Bushland Reserve are top sights worth seeing.
Ballarat East
Ballarat East is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Eureka Hall and Ballarat Wildlife Park.