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City of Ballarat (Australia)
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  • Explore the historic laneways behind Sturt Street to discover hidden street art and independent boutiques.
  • The Art Gallery of Ballarat is the oldest regional gallery in Australia, and entry to the permanent collection is free.
  • Rent a bike to explore the expansive network of trails connecting the city to the surrounding goldfields.
  • Weekends in autumn offer impressive foliage displays, especially along the Avenue of Honour.

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Gourmet pub grub

Try the historic pubs scattered around the city center.

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Local wine

Look for cool-climate wines from the Pyrenees or Grampians regions on menus.

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Artisan chocolates

Find a local confectionery in the CBD.

🛍 Shopping · 🧘 Quiet spots

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Local art and crafts

Check out the galleries and small shops in the historic center.

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Vintage clothing

Explore the op-shops and vintage boutiques in the city.

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Black Hill Lookout

Features fantastic panoramic views over the city.

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Yarrowee River Trail

A peaceful walking and cycling path through natural bushland.

Located in the Central Highlands of Victoria, the City of Ballarat is one of Australia's most significant inland cities. Its history is deeply rooted in the 1850s Victorian Gold Rush, which transformed it from a small sheep station into a wealthy settlement. Visitors can step back in time at Sovereign Hill, an open-air museum that meticulously recreates a gold-mining town with working exhibits, underground tours, and panning for real gold. Beyond its golden past, Ballarat features beautiful natural and cultural attractions. Lake Wendouree provides a pretty setting for rowing, walking, and picnics, surrounded by the striking Ballarat Botanical Gardens. The city is also home to the Art Gallery of Ballarat, the oldest and largest regional art gallery in Australia, housing a comprehensive collection of Australian art. The local culinary scene is rapidly growing, featuring award-winning restaurants, craft breweries, and boutique wineries in the surrounding region. Accessibility is excellent, being just over an hour's drive or train ride from Melbourne, making it a first-rate weekend getaway for history buffs, nature lovers, and foodies alike.

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Geography

Population
101,686
Coordinates
-37.49308, 143.78156

Facts

  • Gold Rush era history
  • Sovereign Hill museum
  • Inland Victorian city
  • Art Gallery of Ballarat
  • Lake Wendouree
  • Eureka Rebellion site
  • Victorian architecture
  • Botanical gardens

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Sights in the town City of Ballarat (2)

Friends of the Anson Air Museum🏛 museum

A museum in Ballarat dedicated to aviation history.

Ballarat Aviation Museum🏛 museum

This aviation museum in Ballarat displays historic aircraft and exhibits.

Frequently asked questions

City of Ballarat: where is it located?
City of Ballarat is located in Australia.
City of Ballarat: what is there to see?
Highlights include Friends of the Anson Air Museum, Ballarat Aviation Museum.
City of Ballarat: why is it worth visiting?
Located in the Central Highlands of Victoria, the City of Ballarat is one of Australia's most significant inland cities.
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