Visit Ballarat East
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.
Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Find out about the history of Ballarat with a stop at Ballarat Botanical Gardens. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
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.
Activities
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Our pick of the best Ballarat East Hotel Deals
Victoriana Motor Inn
Very spacious room, super clean and the lady that helped me check in way extremely happy and nice. Very nice place to stay.
Reviewed on 9 Nov 2025
Eureka Stockade Holiday Park
We were in cabin no. 3 and the internet kept dropping out. The reception desk said no one else had this problem, but we did. We were there for 7 nights so it was bothersome.
Reviewed on 17 Aug 2025
Eureka Lodge Motel
Did not have breakfast. AC not used.
Reviewed on 23 Oct 2025
The Eastern Hotel Accommodations
Had a concert, the staff are very friendly. Had a lovely chat after the concert. Room was clean, proximity to cafes etc very good.
Reviewed on 3 Nov 2025
parotts on the creek.
Host double booked didn't get to stay. Efficient Stayz staff helped with refund after but major inconvenience
Reviewed on 8 Nov 2025
Parrot's on the creek .
We didnt end up staying, the place was unhabitable with live chickens and an unknown renter.
Reviewed on 8 Oct 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Ballarat East
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.
Golden Point (Ballarat)
Travellers come to Golden Point (Ballarat) for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Gold Museum and Sovereign Hill while you're in town.
Ballarat Central
While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall.
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.
Mount Pleasant
While Mount Pleasant isn't home to many top sights, Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Canadian
Travellers like the parks in Canadian, and Lake Esmond is a top attraction you might want to visit.
