Magpie Travel Guide
Ballarat
Things to do
Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour
Top hotels in Magpie
Mid City Ballarat
RACV Goldfields Resort
"The room was amazing with a beautiful view, breakfast was delicious, staff is great, my family had a great time looking forward to return again!"
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026
Quest Ballarat Station
"Very good but secure parking was not available as didn’t book in until later in the day."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
Sovereign Hill Hotel
"Great stay overnight while visiting the Sovereign Hill Winter Wonderlights! Super convenient location and easy to access via the dedicated gate. Spacious room and bathroom and our son loved the bunk bed! Loved the little outside patio area too. Thin walls so could hear the tv in the room next door. ..."
Reviewed on 19 Jul 2026
The Provincial Boutique Hotel
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
"It’s a good hotel especially for work travelling."
Reviewed on 18 Jul 2026
Where to stay in Magpie
Ballarat Central
While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballarat Town Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre.
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.
Golden Point (Ballarat)
Golden Point (Ballarat) is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Sovereign Hill, a top attraction in the neighbourhood.
Newington
The bars and spas are a few reasons travellers visit Newington. Though there aren't many top sights in the neighbourhood, you can visit Lake Wendouree and Ballarat Botanical Gardens, a few notable attractions nearby.
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.
