Big Hill Travel Guide
Bendigo
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Popular places to visit
Bendigo Art Gallery
Go on a journey through two centuries of art as you explore the galleries of one of Australia’s oldest regional galleries and its sleek contemporary wing.
Central Deborah Gold Mine
For an exciting and immersive history experience, descend into Bendigo’s mineshafts and learn about the city’s rich gold-mining heritage on a guided tour.
Rosalind Park
Bendigo’s central park tells the city’s story through historic relics, heritage gardens, leafy avenues and a beautiful 19th-century conservatory.
Lake Weeroona
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Weeroona during your travels in Bendigo.
Hargreaves Mall
Indulge in some retail therapy, grab a drink or a bite to eat or catch one of the many events that take place in Bendigo’s central shopping precinct.
Golden Dragon Museum
Bendigo’s rich Chinese heritage is showcased at this museum, which follows the culture’s influence in the city from the gold rush to the present day.
Things to do
Discover Bendigo Guided Tour with Great Stupa and Cathedral
Bendigo Chinese Heritage Tour with Morning Tea Sundays
Bendigo: Chinese Heritage Tour with Morning Tea (Sundays)
Top hotels in Big Hill
A-line Holiday Park
"Very different accommodation with"
Reviewed on 12 Jun 2026
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
"The hotel's location is extremely convenient, and the room rate represented good value. However, it is apparent that limited investment has been made in updating and maintaining the rooms. There were several maintenance and amenity issues that impacted the overall experience, including curtains and ..."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments
"All well cared for"
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Hotel Shamrock Bendigo
"A grand old hotel but the rooms and hallways are showing a bit of age. Shower was hot but some mould. I would stay here again."
Reviewed on 2 Jun 2026
All Seasons Resort
"Stayed here for two nights with our family of 5 (including our 3 little kids). The pool was fantastic and for most part we were the only ones using it which was great for the kids. The room was nice enough, not incredible but it was big enough for us all and well kept. The food in the restaurant ..."
Reviewed on 30 May 2026
Quest Bendigo Central
"The room was comfortable enough. Just needed an arm chair so we could all lunge together. Sharp corners on desk and coffee table not great for a toddler. Water pressure in shower amazing."
Reviewed on 8 Jun 2026
Where to stay in Big Hill
Bendigo Central
While visiting Bendigo Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bendigo Art Gallery and The Capital-Bendigo's Performing Arts Centre.
Golden Square
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and parks in Golden Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Sparrowhawk Gully Bushland Reserve or Holly Street Natural Features Reserve.
Kennington
Kennington is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Flora Hill Bushland Reserve and Greater Bendigo National Park.
North Bendigo
While visiting North Bendigo, you might make a stop by sights like Jackass Flat Nature Conservation Reserve and California Gully Bushland Reserve.
East Bendigo
While visiting East Bendigo, you might make a stop by sights like White Hills H92 Bushland Reserve and Bendigo East Bushland Reserve.
