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.

Art galleries

Bendigo Art Gallery

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

Architecture & design

Bendigo Joss House Temple

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.

Art galleries

Bendigo Pottery

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

History & heritage

Bendigo Tramways Vintage Talking Tram

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.

Museums

Buda Historic Home & Garden

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

Gold rush history

Central Deborah Gold Mine

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.

Shopping

Chancery Lane

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...

Museums

Golden Dragon Museum

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

Performing arts

Her Majesty's Theatre Ballarat

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

Gold rush history

Sovereign Hill

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.

Great trails

The Goldfields Track

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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Eureka Guided Tours

Eureka Guided Tours are Ballarat's premier private tour company, making tours easy and accessible from Melbourne CBD. Eureka Guided Tours will take the...

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AmazingCo

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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The Diggers Trail

Walk the trail around central Ballarat and hear how Ballarat became one of the world's largest alluvial goldfields of its time. See the sites and hear...

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UnWined The Pyrenees

UnWined The Pyrenees is the only tour company that solely looks after the fantastic wineries of the Pyrenees Wine Region in Central Victoria.Covering all...

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Go2000 Sightseeing

Go2000 Sightseeing have resumed operations following the lifting of COVID-19 restrictions.Current tours include the Ballarat 90 Minute History Tour, Dr...

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Hops n Grapes Tours

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,...

Bendigo Art Gallery, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Art galleries

Maldon streetscape, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Gold rush stories

Yarrowee River Trail, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Tracks and trails

Dining

The Hydrant Seafood Degustation

The team at this modern, industrial, fun and popular dining room are passionate about seafood. To celebrate summer they are putting a seafood degustation...

Cycling

Federation University Road National Championships - Ballarat

Get into Ballarat's festival of cycling, where Australia's best riders compete for national titles and a chance to sport the green and gold jersey.

Yoga classes each hour — 06 - 07 Mar 2021

Lifestyle

Bendigo Yoga Festival

Invoke peace and clarity with an entire weekend of Yoga at the 2021 Bendigo Yoga Festival. Immerse yourself with unlimited yoga and mindfulness every...

Tastings

Mitchell Harris Wines Gin Flight

Like many of our MH mates, we love gin. With the huge growth in the industry, many makers from near and far have joined the race to make the best gin in...

Exhibitions

Living Treasures: Masters of Australian Craft/ Prue Venables

Living Treasures: Masters of Australian Craft \ Prue Venables presents an outstanding body of work by one of Australia’s greatest artists working in clay...

Child eating watermelon in park — Until 27 Mar 2021

Community

Summer in the Parks

The 2021 Summer in the Parks Program features many free or low-cost events and activities during the months of January, February and March.Thanks to City...

Cycling

Gran Fondo Australia at the Federation University Road National Championships

Come and ride at the Federation University Road National Championships in 2021. Gran Fondo in Ballarat is back and it is your opportunity to ride the iconic...

Festivals

Pyrenees Unearthed Wine and Food Festival

Pyrenees Unearthed will showcase the award-winning wines that the Pyrenees region has to offer. A day of wine, food and music.Taking place on Saturday...

Exhibitions

Lost Trades Fair

The 2021 Lost Trades Fair at the Bendigo Racecourse will showcase over 200 traditional makers - demonstrating and sharing their skills and their trades...

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Destinations

Ballarat

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

Destinations

Bendigo

Enjoy contemporary cuisine in historic buildings, admire modern art in venues new and old, and explore the city's history at museums and gardens.

Destinations

Castlemaine

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

Destinations

Maldon

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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Food & wine

Ballarat wine region

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

Harcourt apples, Goldfields, Victoria, Australia

Food & wine

Local produce

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