Ballarat East
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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.
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.
St Patrick's Cathedral
You can find out about the history of Ballarat with a trip to St Patrick's Cathedral. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.
Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.
Things to do
Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour
Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
Top hotels in Ballarat East
Victoriana Motor Inn
The room was a little tired but spacious. Microwave and toaster were provided but there were no dishes or cutlery making it difficult to eat in. We decided to buy our own from the IGA close by - a convenient short walk. Otherwise, reasonable for the price. Easily accessible. Convenient parking.
Reviewed on Apr 23, 2026
The Eastern Hotel Accommodations
Property is quite dated but its pretty good for the price. Room was clean. The only true negative was the fact that the bar below has live music that goes on until late which can be heard from the rooms.
Reviewed on Apr 4, 2026
Eureka Stockade Holiday Park
We were put in a much smaller cabin than what was expected from the online photos for 3A & 1C. Overpriced for what received, compared to cabins available
Reviewed on Mar 13, 2026
Eureka Lodge Motel
Room was clean, minimal kitchen (or lack thereof). Beds were hard, on Expedia it shows playground and pool which makes you think its at the motel but it's cross the road which is misleading. Loud at night and light out the front of the room was bright at night.
Reviewed on Apr 5, 2026
Miner's Retreat Motel
Quest Ballarat Station
Clean rooms
Reviewed on Apr 24, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ballarat East
Bakery Hill
Check out the restaurants, shopping, and spas while spending some time in Bakery Hill. Though there might not be many attractions in the neighborhood, you won't need to go far to find top spots like Her Majesty's Theatre or Art Gallery of Ballarat.
Golden Point (Ballarat)
Golden Point (Ballarat) is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Sovereign Hill, a top attraction in the neighborhood.
Black Hill
When in Black Hill, you can plan a visit to Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Eureka Aquatic Center, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
Ballarat Central
If you're spending some time in Ballarat Central, St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Soldiers Hill
Uncover some of the top draws of Soldiers Hill like its spas and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Art Gallery of Ballarat or Ballarat Town Hall.
Mount Pleasant
Though Mount Pleasant might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty's Theatre.
