Mount Helen Travel Guide

Tourist Guide

Ballarat Bird world is fun if you are a bird lover. It is smallish and is mostly parrots in aviaries. The free flight aviary is definitely worth it. Sometimes, the gentleman who owns it lets you go in and pet the red tailed black cockatoo #localgem
Ballarat Bird world is fun if you are a bird lover. It is smallish and is mostly parrots in aviaries. The free flight aviary is definitely worth it. Sometimes, the gentleman who owns it lets you go in and pet the red tailed black cockatoo #localgem

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Escape to a unique retreat with Miss Beddy, recently renovated Bedford bus

Escape to a unique retreat with Miss Beddy, recently renovated Bedford bus

Mount Helen VIC
Enjoy air conditioning. Popular attractions Sovereign Hill and Union Jack Education Area are located nearby.
10/10 Exceptional! (13 reviews)
We had a wonderful stay at Miss Beddy Bus. Such a unique and charming place, surrounded by nature and so peaceful — it felt like a proper escape from the city.The bus itself was beautifully set up: cosy, clean, and thoughtfully styled with everything we needed for a comfortable stay. We loved the ...

Reviewed on 25 Jan 2026

Escape to a unique retreat with Miss Beddy, recently renovated Bedford bus
Quest Ballarat Station

Quest Ballarat Station

4 out of 5
Nolan, 11 Soldiers Hill VIC
The price is NZ$241 per night from 22 Feb to 23 Feb
NZ$241
22 Feb - 23 Feb
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! (547 reviews)
Very clean rooms the staff were friendly and cheerful. 10/10 Highly recommended.

Reviewed on 9 Feb 2026

Quest Ballarat Station
RACV Goldfields Resort

RACV Goldfields Resort

4.5 out of 5
1500 Midland Highway Creswick VIC
The price is NZ$185 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$185
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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! (997 reviews)
Nice setting!

Reviewed on 6 Feb 2026

RACV Goldfields Resort
Quest Ballarat

Quest Ballarat

4.5 out of 5
7-11 Dawson Street North Ballarat VIC
Fully refundable
The price is NZ$218 per night from 5 Mar to 6 Mar
NZ$218
5 Mar - 6 Mar
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this luxury hotel in Ballarat. Enjoy free Wi-Fi, a fitness centre and a business centre. Our guests praise the helpful staff in their reviews. Popular ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (747 reviews)
Had a wonderful stay at quest Ballarat. Clean room, very spacious. Quiet! Staff were very friendly and informative. Thank you!!!!

Reviewed on 11 Feb 2026

Quest Ballarat
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre

4 out of 5
613 Main Road Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC
The price is NZ$186 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$186
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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 ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (1,000 reviews)
The room was clean

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
Main Lead Ballarat Motel

Main Lead Ballarat Motel

3.5 out of 5
312 Main Road Vi 3350 Golden Point (Ballarat) VIC
The price is NZ$110 per night from 15 Feb to 16 Feb
NZ$110
15 Feb - 16 Feb
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! (417 reviews)
Great stay. Clean and comfortable. Friendly staff and good communication. Would recommend.

Reviewed on 5 Feb 2026

Main Lead Ballarat Motel
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Other neighbourhoods around Mount Helen

Mount Buninyong is an extinct volcano near Ballarat. This is the view from the scenic reserve #localgem

Buninyong

If you're spending some time in Buninyong, Union Jack Education Area and Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

Buninyong
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Mount Clear

Mount Clear is well liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ballarat area, you might plan a trip to Sovereign Hill or Gold Museum.

Mount Clear
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Canadian

Travellers like the parks in Canadian, and Lake Esmond is a top attraction you might want to visit.

Canadian
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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.

Sebastopol
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Mount Pleasant

While Mount Pleasant isn't home to many top sights, Gold Museum and Sovereign Hill are some notable places to visit nearby.

Mount Pleasant
Sovereign Hill featuring interior views

Golden Point (Ballarat)

Travellers come to Golden Point (Ballarat) for its abundant dining options, and you can see top attractions like Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum while you're in town.

Golden Point (Ballarat)


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