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In & Around Ballarat

Ballarat is a city located on the Yarrowee River in the Grampians region of Victoria, Australia. It offers something for everyone to do.
Below are some of the notable spots which you must consider visiting when you are in Ballarat.

Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (MADE)

An Australian museum, which engages visitors in the compelling story of democracy. The stories are told of the ordinary men and women, past and present, which have fought for the democratic freedoms we enjoy today.

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Ballarat Wildlife Park

A visit to the Ballarat Wildlife Park offers a comfortable walk around our attraction, with the chance to get up close and personal to some of Australia’s most famous native animals.

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Sovereign Hill and the Gold Museum

Allow plenty of time to see this wonderful living museum, set in the 1850's recreating the exciting gold rush period. Linger in the beautiful Victorian architecture that was built in the 1860's when Ballarat was the richest city in the world.

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Ballarat Bird World

It features a large range of native Australian bird life. There is also a free-flight aviary, Three animatronic dinosaurs, a children's fossil dig table, and a timber puzzle maze.

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Kryal Castle

Kryal Castle, nestled in the picturesque Ballarat region, offers a unique blend of medieval adventure and fun. Explore this enchanting castle with its knights, dragons, and spellbinding shows. 

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Convenient Location

  • The Museum of Australian Democracy at Eureka (MADE) Acacia Ridge <1 min
  • Ballarat Wildlife Park 2 mins
  • Red Lion Bristo & Pub 3 mins
  • Ballarat Bridge Mall 4 mins
  • Sovereign Hill 5 mins
  • Ballarat CBD 6 mins
  • Ballarat RSL 6 mins

Towns Nearby

  • Melbourne 112 km
  • Daylesford 42 km
  • Geelong 83 km
  • Bendigo 116 km
  • Warrnambool 173 km
  • Horsham 192 km
  • Adelaide 619 km
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