Golden Point
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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.
Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Find out about the history of Ballarat when you spend time at Ballarat Botanical Gardens. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.
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.
Golden Point Hotel Deals
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
Nice stay. Had to change rooms as there was not enough beds for our booking but it was clean and comfortablew
Reviewed on 2026/1/12
Sovereign Hill Hotel
Great accomodation
Reviewed on 2026/1/7
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
The room was clean and the staff helpful.
Reviewed on 2026/1/15
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 2025/9/16
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
Clean rooms. Reception staff was very good
Reviewed on 2026/1/4
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 2026/1/5
Other neighborhoods 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.
