Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Art galleries

Discover the Art Gallery of Ballarat, Australia's oldest regional gallery, with an exceptional collection of Australian art and changing exhibitions.

Bendigo Art Gallery

Art galleries

Stop by the Bendigo Art Gallery and see works by contemporary Australian artists including Patricia Piccinini, Tracey Moffatt and Bill Henson.

Bendigo Joss House Temple

Architecture & design

Explore this historic 1860s temple, constructed with local brick, and learn the stories of the Chinese migrants who came to Bendigo in search of gold.

Bendigo Pottery

Art galleries

Established in 1858, Bendigo Pottery offers a unique visitor experience of both historic and modern ceramic production.Bendigo Pottery has quality ceramic...

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Bendigo Tramways Vintage Talking Tram

History & heritage

Sit back, relax and let the tram do all the talking as you journey through the past 150 years aboard a majestic Vintage 'Talking' Tram.

Buda Historic Home & Garden

Museums

While away an afternoon exploring the historic villa and enchanting gardens established by prominent silversmith Ernest Leviny in the 1860s.

Central Deborah Gold Mine

Gold rush history

Gear up in overalls, a miner's hat and lamp and head into underground tunnels in search of gold in a key mine from Bendigo's 19th century gold rush.

Chancery Lane

Shopping

An eclectic mix of food, fashion and art has awakened one of Bendigo’s most endearing laneways.This little charmer was once known as Dispensary Lane in...

Golden Dragon Museum

Museums

Experience a living history of Bendigo's Chinese population and explore exhibitions featuring artefacts dating as far back as the Shang Dynasty.

Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat

Performing arts

Soak up old-world elegance in this beautifully renovated grand 1875 theatre, with top-notch drama, dance and music performances throughout the year.

Sovereign Hill

Gold rush history

Strike it rich with a day out in 1850s Ballarat and pan for gold, ride in a horse-drawn carriage and relive the Eureka Rebellion with sound and light.

The Goldfields Track

Great trails

Walk or ride this 200-kilometre trail that connects Ballarat and Bendigo via the scenic villages of Castlemaine, Hepburn, Daylesford and Creswick.

Discover

Discover the legacy of Victoria's gold rush, visible everywhere, from the tree-lined boulevards and botanic gardens to the architecture, artistic communities and charming towns. Catch major exhibitions at some of Australia's best regional galleries, dine out at award-winning restaurants, sample regional wines at cellar doors, and hit the trails at nearby lakes, national parks and nature reserves.

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Hops n Grapes Tours

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Hops n Grapes tours will take you on a personalised tour of the best boutique wineries, breweries and distilleries in the Pyrenees or Grampians wine regions,...

AmazingCo

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AmazingCo is on a mission to help you live a more fulfilling life. They’re all about better connections through unique experiences. In a time when digital...

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Street Art Tour - Nacho Station

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Explore Bendigo’s blossoming street art scene with a talented and passionate local artist from Nacho Station artist collective. Learn about the unique...

Bendigo Art Gallery, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

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Maldon streetscape, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Gold rush stories

Yarrowee River Trail, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Tracks and trails

Bendigo On The Hop

Festivals

28 Aug 2021

Craft beer is about local ingredients, flavour and aroma. It is about enjoying a quality product with friends and living life with a little flair. In the...

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Ballarat International Foto Biennale

Exhibitions

28 Aug - 24 Oct 2021

The Ballarat International Foto Biennale presents acclaimed Australian and international contemporary photography as one of Australia's pre-eminent photographic...

White Night Bendigo

Art & exhibitions

02 Oct 2021

White Night Bendigo returns on 2 October 2021 to light up your night once again.Experience all the sparkle and spectacle of this major event, in a vibrant...

Neon Playground

Art & exhibitions

Until 19 Aug 2021

Ever wanted to play in a band? Stand next to a penguin? Or maybe walk through a rainbow tunnel?Make your dreams a reality as you explore Neon Playground...

SpringFest Ballarat - Market Sunday

Markets & vintage

28 Nov 2021

Visit Ballarat’s famous annual Springtime event.If you enjoy your retail therapy with a side of fresh air and picturesque surroundings, SpringFest Ballarat...

November Sun

Festivals

20 Nov 2021

By popular demand, November Sun is back again in 2021. Spread out a picnic rug on the hill and soak up some sunshine in a celebration of Australian music,...

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Ballarat

Destinations

Victoria's largest inland city, Ballarat is a thriving hub of contemporary arts, events and food and wine, with a fascinating heritage backdrop.

Bendigo

Destinations

Experience the contrasts of gold-rush history, top-notch galleries and modern cuisine in Bendigo, a UNESCO Creative City of Gastronomy.

Castlemaine

Destinations

Explore bustling Castlemaine, renowned for its rich gold rush history, eclectic arts scene, cafe culture and great food.

Maldon

Destinations

Take the time to enjoy a wander down an historic streetscape in Maldon, Australia's first 'notable town' as proclaimed by the National Trust in 1966.

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Ballarat wine region

Food & wine

Ballarat's cool climate is ideally suited to producing top quality sparkling, chardonnay and pinot noir.

Harcourt apples, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Local produce

Food & wine

Discover the rich and varied harvest of Central Victoria. Catch your own trout, sample traditional game meats, or buy freshly-picked apples and pears.

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Restaurants and cafes

Food & wine

Find a wide variety of eating establishments making the most of the fine local produce in the Goldfields region.

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Breweries

Food & wine

Victorian countryside and inner-city breweries prove that there's a lot more to Aussie beer with a burgeoning hand-craft and artisan beer scene.

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