Title: Ballarat East Travel Guide: Best of Ballarat East, Ballarat Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Ballarat East](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-East-Ballarat-Hotels.0-n553248634384051460-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels)[Flights to Ballarat](https://expedia.co.uk/Cheap-Flights-To-Ballarat.d5914.Travel-Guide-Flights)[Things to do in Ballarat](https://expedia.co.uk/Things-To-Do-In-Ballarat.d5914.Travel-Guide-Activities)[Ballarat East Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Ballarat-East.d553248634384051460.Car-Hire-Guide)[Ballarat East Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-East.d553248634384051460.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Ballarat East Travel Guide ## Ballarat ![Lake Wendouree in Ballarat with a picturesque lakeside view, local wildlife and lush greenery. It is a popular tourist attraction and sightseeing spot in the regional town of Australia.](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634384051460/e9c454e4-3fd6-4606-bd4d-845c0b23b6b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Ballarat East Things to do Hotels Where to stay [Ballarat travel guide](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat.dx5914) --- ### Popular places to visit ![Sovereign Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141969/f0b1d9f4-ffc5-40ef-9fb1-39313b11fe1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Sovereign-Hill-Golden-Point.d6141969.Attraction) ![Summer nights](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621526966065/21f62db3-60c7-491b-9b7a-6a0c182db0e6.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Lake-Wendouree-Ballarat.d553248621526966065.Attraction) ![Ballarat showing night scenes and heritage architecture](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635153768828/7b6bc75c-0a93-4dfb-9563-317d066cc995.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Town-Hall-Ballarat.d553248635153768828.Attraction) ![Ballarat Fine Art Gallery which includes interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141965/60555afc-4d33-463b-910e-94fe634e7232.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Art Gallery of Ballarat Follow the history of Australian art from colonial to contemporary when you peruse the collection of Australia’s biggest and oldest regional art gallery. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Art-Gallery-Of-Ballarat-Ballarat.d6141965.Attraction) ![Gold Museum featuring interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205499/326dd870-6c98-4e22-9c2d-a9856c917f1f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### Gold Museum Find out about the treasured metal that enticed thousands of prospectors to find their fortune in the gold rush of the mid 19th century at this intriguing museum. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Gold-Museum-Golden-Point.d6205499.Attraction) ![St Patrick\'s Cathedral showing heritage architecture and a church or cathedral](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635823464008/aaa1550b-83a0-4bc6-bfc6-2fd9477cfa39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=900&h=506&q=mediumHigh) #### St Patrick's Cathedral You can find out about the history of Ballarat with a trip to St Patrick's Cathedral. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene. [](https://expedia.co.uk/St-Patricks-Cathedral-Ballarat-Central.d553248635823464008.Attraction) --- ## Top hotels in Ballarat East ![Victoriana Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/20000/17200/17137/6b389788_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Victoriana Motor Inn 214 Victoria Street Ballarat East VIC £65 21 Apr - 22 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (692 reviews) We did not use the spa as we are a bit old for that. The only problem we had was using the shower as I found it quite difficult getting the water temp right and the water pressure was a bit low. The bed was excellent and the lounge quite comfortable. The TV was great and had a good selection of channels ... Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=21%2F04%2F2026&endDate=22%2F04%2F2026&selected=17137&PinnedHotelID=17137&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384051460) ![Eureka Stockade Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9626800/9626759/25cd989a_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eureka Stockade Holiday Park 104 Stawell Street South Ballarat East VIC £87 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly cabin in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Eureka Aquatic Center ... 8.6/10 Excellent! (578 reviews) We were put in a much smaller cabin than what was expected from the online photos for 3A & 1C. Overpriced for what received, compared to cabins available Reviewed on 13 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=9626759&PinnedHotelID=9626759&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384051460) ![The Eastern Hotel Accommodations](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39820000/39812500/39812434/ff1c11a2_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Eastern Hotel Accommodations 81 Humffray St N Ballarat East VIC £51 30 Mar - 31 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Art Gallery of Ballarat are located ... 6.8/10 (90 reviews) There are close track train and very noise. A lot shoping oraund centre town. Money value for this hotel. Clean room and toalet,also kitchen filed with kitchen applances ,koffee,milk... Reviewed on 12 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=30%2F03%2F2026&endDate=31%2F03%2F2026&selected=39812434&PinnedHotelID=39812434&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384051460) ![Eureka Lodge Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9625000/9624965/50e1984f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Eureka Lodge Motel 119 Stawell Street South Ballarat East VIC £77 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this golf motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and water park access (surcharge). Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Eureka Hall are ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (412 reviews) The room was very clean and looked recently renovated, pay TV channels were a plus! Reviewed on 10 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=9624965&PinnedHotelID=9624965&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384051460) ![Miner's Retreat Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/20000000/19250000/19240500/19240497/6fa8b405_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Miner's Retreat Motel 604-610 Eureka Street Ballarat East VIC £90 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Eureka Hall are located ... 7.8/10 Good! (91 reviews) Great renovated room Reviewed on 29 Oct 2025 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=19240497&PinnedHotelID=19240497&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384051460) ![Parrot's on the creek .](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/120000000/119870000/119865100/119865056/3d3a31eb_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Parrot's on the creek . Ballarat East VIC £203 25 Mar - 26 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this holiday home in Ballarat. Enjoy a fitness centre, laundry facilities and air conditioning. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Eureka Centre ... 2/10 (2 reviews) The host is very deceptive, it is advertised to be a 4 bedroom house with 2 bathrooms, it's a 3 bedroom and one bedroom is leased to a tenant. Only 2 bedrooms available with only bathroom available is an ensuite. Certainly not enough beds for the 6 people booking. I had to find other accommodation ... 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If you want to experience more of the area, check out Her Majesty's Theatre or Art Gallery of Ballarat. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Bakery-Hill.dx553248634384072967) ![Sovereign Hill showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141969/2a94cf63-fbb2-495e-8c90-6fbda1a13e35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Golden Point (Ballarat) Travellers come to Golden Point (Ballarat) for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum while you're in town. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Golden-Point.dx553248634390375873) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Black Hill Black Hill might not have many top sights, but Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Eureka Aquatic Center are two attractions nearby that you can check out. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Black-Hill.dx553248634384096879) ![Ballarat in Autumn Heritage Weekend Event #Culture ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/5914/24c05ae4-b5aa-4aeb-9578-dcc43b970664.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Ballarat Central While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Ballarat-Central.dx962119537514659840) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Soldiers Hill You might appreciate the spas and restaurants in Soldiers Hill, and if you're interested in seeing more of the area, Art Gallery of Ballarat and Ballarat Town Hall are just a few notable stops. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Soldiers-Hill.dx553248634384069602) ![Default Image](https://images.trvl-media.com/media/content/expus/graphics/deals/TE_Clouds_card_r1.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Mount Pleasant While Mount Pleasant isn't home to many top sights, Gold Museum and Sovereign Hill are some notable places to visit nearby. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Mount-Pleasant.dx553248634384072964) --- --- - [Stays](?pwaLob=wizard-hotel-pwa-v2) - [Packages](?pwaLob=wizard-package-pwa) - [Flights](?pwaLob=wizard-flight-pwa) - [Things to do](?pwaLob=wizard-lx-pwa) - [Cruises](?pwaLob=wizard-cruise-pwa) - [Cars](?pwaLob=wizard-car-pwa) # Ballarat East Travel Guide ![](https://a.travel-assets.com/mad-service/footer/bnaBanners/BEX_Footer.jpg) ## Go further with the Expedia app Save on select hotels when you book in the app. Our app deals help you to save on trips so you can travel more and manage it all on the go. 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