Golden Point
Ballarat
Visit Golden Point
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.
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.
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.
Things to do
Ballarat Gold Fields - Sovereign Hill & Winery Tour
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Top hotels in Golden Point
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
Yes
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Sovereign Hill Hotel
Nice quiet room, great to stay close by for Sovereign hill for access. Parking close to room.
Reviewed on Jan 19, 2026
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
Brilliant location, clean comfortable rooms, lovely heated pool and wonderful staff.
Reviewed on Jan 22, 2026
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
Very comfortable, clean. The only concern for me was the lack of privacy due to blinds not covering the windows. Really needs heavy curtains at the doors and above the bed. Too light for sleeping well.
Reviewed on Sep 16, 2025
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
Great place to stay very clean and spacious we got the house across from the hotel best for family with kids staff are amazing very friendly and helpful. The pool and gaming area are so good. Definitely we will stay again.
Reviewed on Jan 29, 2026
Ballarat Suites
Room was large and very clean. Staff were lovely. Bed was very comfortable. Hotel in an excellent spot. Air conditioner was noisy.
Reviewed on Jan 5, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Point
Ballarat East
Ballarat East is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Eureka Aquatic Center and Eureka Hall.
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.
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 Gold Museum.
Canadian
Travelers like the parks in Canadian, and Lake Esmond is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ballarat Central
If you're spending some time in Ballarat Central, St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall are top sights worth seeing.
Redan
Though Redan might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall.
