Glen Park Travel Guide
Ballarat
Popular places to visit
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.
Things to do
Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour
Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
Top hotels in Glen Park
Mid City Ballarat
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Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Quest Ballarat Station
Comfortable bed. Good shower. Friendly staff. Good location next to station and an events space.
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Sovereign Hill Hotel
Nice location and staff were very friendly. Good parking and clean room
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
Hepburn Springs Motor Inn
I booked a room with a spa bath, but the hot water system couldn't provide enough water to fill it up. In fact, by the time the second person took a shower, the water was already turning cold. On top of that, the spa bath itself was broken. The entire place was filled with tiny flying insects, and ...
Reviewed on 17 May 2026
RACV Goldfields Resort
4
Reviewed on 11 May 2026
Hepburn at Hepburn
Stunning accommodation but just a couple of things need improvement, coffee maci
Reviewed on 1 May 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Glen Park
Ballarat North
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballarat North and surrounding area, you can visit Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Eureka Stadium.
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.
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.
Ballarat East
Ballarat East is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Eureka Aquatic Center and Eureka Hall.
Warrenheip
Warrenheip is well liked for its restaurants, and you can visit sights like Kryal Castle and Eureka Aquatic Center if you have time to explore the area.
Bakery Hill
The restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Bakery Hill. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Her Majesty's Theatre or Art Gallery of Ballarat.
