Title: Winter Valley Travel Guide: Best of Winter Valley, Ballarat Travel 2026 | Expedia.co.uk [Hotels in Winter Valley](https://expedia.co.uk/Winter-Valley-Ballarat-Hotels.0-n553248634384119834-0.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)[Winter Valley Car Hire](https://expedia.co.uk/Compare-Cheap-Car-Hire-In-Winter-Valley.d553248634384119834.Car-Hire-Guide)[Winter Valley Holidays](https://expedia.co.uk/Winter-Valley.d553248634384119834.Holidays-City-Breaks) # Winter Valley Travel Guide ## Ballarat ## Visit Winter Valley 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) ![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) ![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 Winter Valley ![Perfect Family get-away!](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83230000/83223700/83223639/c24b9306_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Perfect Family get-away! Delacombe VIC Stay at this holiday home in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, laundry facilities and patios. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Golf Club are located ... 10/10 Exceptional! (5 reviews) Was the perfect stay for our family to attend a family wedding.The property was clean, comfortable and well presented.The property was well stocked with kitchen, cleaning and linen requirements.The hosts were easy and prompt with required equipment.Excellent. Reviewed on 19 Jan 2026 [Get rates](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=83223639&PinnedHotelID=83223639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384119834) [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=07%2F04%2F2026&endDate=08%2F04%2F2026&selected=83223639&PinnedHotelID=83223639&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384119834) ![Quest Ballarat Station](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/57000000/56550000/56543400/56543386/bf85a311_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Quest Ballarat Station Nolan, 11 Soldiers Hill VIC £108 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this business-friendly aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and parking (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff and the ... 9.6/10 Exceptional! (558 reviews) I really enjoyed my stay and I will be coming back Reviewed on 14 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=56543386&PinnedHotelID=56543386&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384119834) ![Mid City Ballarat](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/1000000/180000/179000/178987/d56612c6_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### Mid City Ballarat 19 Doveton St North Ballarat VIC £71 26 Mar - 27 Mar includes taxes & fees Stay at this motel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the breakfast and the helpful staff in their reviews. ... 8/10 Very Good! (1,007 reviews) Air conditioning was on the smelly side, no toaster or microwave, had to be hired. No dishes or cutlery, needed to ask for them. Staff were good though and also the in room fridge was incredibly noisy especially at night when trying to sleep. Reviewed on 24 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=26%2F03%2F2026&endDate=27%2F03%2F2026&selected=178987&PinnedHotelID=178987&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384119834) ![RACV Goldfields Resort](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/2000000/1700000/1697600/1697570/b1932d1f_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### RACV Goldfields Resort 1500 Midland Highway Creswick VIC £94 31 Mar - 1 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury hotel in Creswick. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and a golf course. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular attractions ... 9/10 Wonderful! (1,000 reviews) Clean and spacious rooms, staff was amazing throughout my visit. Reviewed on 7 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=31%2F03%2F2026&endDate=01%2F04%2F2026&selected=1697570&PinnedHotelID=1697570&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384119834) ![The Provincial Boutique Hotel](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10130000/10120400/10120373/8cdd198c_y.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=340&ch=150) ### The Provincial Boutique Hotel 121 Lydiard Street North Ballarat VIC £109 2 Apr - 3 Apr includes taxes & fees Stay at this luxury aparthotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, free parking and room service. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in their ... 9.2/10 Wonderful! (996 reviews) Great hotel with charm Reviewed on 18 Mar 2026 [](https://expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=02%2F04%2F2026&endDate=03%2F04%2F2026&selected=10120373&PinnedHotelID=10120373&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=553248634384119834) ![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 30 Mar - 31 Mar 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. 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If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ballarat area, you might plan a trip to Ballarat Tramway Museum or Ballarat Golf Club. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Delacombe.dx6345272) ![Arch of Victory ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634384084589/75e2b01d-ef03-454c-b0fd-dd433a07d056.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### Alfredton Visitors to Alfredton enjoy its golf courses, and if you want to do some exploring, Ballarat Golf Club is worth a stop. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Alfredton.dx553248634384084589) ![Crested Pigeon #wildlife](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248634384062182/896007e6-b1f0-4598-8a6f-c83836f17faa.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=350&h=192&q=medium) ### 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. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Newington.dx553248634384062182) ![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) ### Redan Though Redan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall. [](https://expedia.co.uk/Ballarat-Redan.dx553248634384072075) ![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) ### Sebastopol The spas and theatres are just a few features travellers like about Sebastopol. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Gold Museum and Sovereign Hill are a few top places to visit. 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