Title: Golden Point Travel Guide: Best of Golden Point, Ballarat Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Golden Point](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Point-Ballarat-Hotels.0-n553248634390375873-0.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)[Golden Point Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Golden-Point.d553248634390375873.Car-Hire-Guide)[Golden Point Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Golden-Point.d553248634390375873.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Golden Point Travel Guide ## Ballarat ![Sovereign Hill showing interior views](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141969/2a94cf63-fbb2-495e-8c90-6fbda1a13e35.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sovereign Hill showing street scenes and heritage architecture as well as a small group of people](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141969/bf817718-9593-4de4-a360-a02c5a6dc615.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Sovereign Hill](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6141969/4a37b292-bcaa-463f-acb8-ea89c4acfcb0.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Gold Museum](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6205499/928bbe0d-c916-4eae-bfbb-17c3bbf3566a.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ![Golden Point featuring heritage elements, land animals and a small town or village](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634390375873/e17f7270-613a-42bf-b109-188e1d052db4.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=1040&h=580&q=mediumHigh) ## Visit Golden Point 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 5/5(1 review) 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) ![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) ![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 4.5/5(2 reviews) 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 5/5(3 reviews) 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 5/5(2 reviews) 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) ![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 Golden Point ![Main Lead Ballarat Motel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/430000/423700/423681/e207cd04_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Main Lead Ballarat Motel 312 Main Road Vi 3350 Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC £56 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a garden. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8/10 Very Good! (422 reviews) Not so clean I saw spider web at the corners and some black worm at my room but bed was clean. It was not kitchenette and I ask for knife and spoon. Pool wan not so pleasing to use. Reviewed on 22 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=423681&PinnedHotelID=423681&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634390375873) ![Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/490000/481900/481896/cf46f523_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre 613 Main Road Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC £83 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this spa hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 8.4/10 Very Good! (1,001 reviews) Overall very good, food in restaurant was fantastic Reviewed on 21 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=481896&PinnedHotelID=481896&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634390375873) ![Sovereign Hill Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/3000000/2650000/2646800/2646768/948f2611_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sovereign Hill Hotel 39-41 Magpie Street Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC £74 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free parking, 2 meeting rooms and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 8.8/10 Excellent! (691 reviews) The parking was fine and the room was very spacious with a very comfortable king size bed and air conditioning 😊 Reviewed on 19 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=2646768&PinnedHotelID=2646768&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634390375873) ![Sovereign Park Motor Inn](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/10000000/9630000/9624800/9624781/a82741bd_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Sovereign Park Motor Inn 223 Main Road Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC £103 1 Apr - 2 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this family-friendly motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (786 reviews) Always good staying here. I don’t bother booking anywhere else in Ballarat Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=01%2F04%2F2026&endDate=02%2F04%2F2026&selected=9624781&PinnedHotelID=9624781&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634390375873) ![NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/4000000/3790000/3789500/3789445/b04b05a3_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park 108 Clayton Street Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC £65 19 Apr - 20 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury holiday park in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and on-site spa services. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (502 reviews) We all loveed the piol and the kids lived the indoor and outdoor playground Reviewed on 15 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=19%2F04%2F2026&endDate=20%2F04%2F2026&selected=3789445&PinnedHotelID=3789445&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634390375873) ![Ballarat Suites](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1430000/1427900/1427860/f830e05b_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Ballarat Suites 525 Main Road, 525 Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC £95 29 Mar - 30 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and daily housekeeping. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 9.4/10 Exceptional! (1,000 reviews) New property - well built. Shower pressure was very low. Not a lot of food options walking distance - need a car Reviewed on 23 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=29%2F03%2F2026&endDate=30%2F03%2F2026&selected=1427860&PinnedHotelID=1427860&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634390375873) [See all 272 properties in Golden Point](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?rfrrid=TG.LP.Hotels.DestinationExperience&startDate=25%2F03%2F2026&endDate=26%2F03%2F2026®ionId=553248634390375873) Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. 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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=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Ballarat-East.dx553248634384051460) ![Long exposure night scene at Lydiard St, Ballarat](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634384072967/5e95ba8e-1f0a-46ad-b8ec-6e609526ada5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Bakery-Hill.dx553248634384072967) ![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) ![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) ### Canadian Travellers like the parks in Canadian, and Lake Esmond is a top attraction you might want to visit. 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