Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Ballarat travel guide

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With a population of 97,937, Ballarat is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Ballarat to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Ballarat

If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes (150 Howards Rd) and Pipers By The Lake (403 Wendouree Parade) are great picks.

When to visit Ballarat

Ballarat in December
Estimated hotel price
$146
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballarat in December
Estimated hotel price
$146
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ballarat in February, when the average temperature is 18 °C, and the highest can go up to 25 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 6 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 70 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Ballarat, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.

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How to Get to Ballarat

Plane

Although Ballarat doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 76 km from Ballarat.

Car

Another option to get to Ballarat is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 102 km from Ballarat. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Ballarat. From Sydney, the bus ride to Ballarat takes 1159 km and will cost you around $296. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $225 for a journey of 3814 km.

Plane

Although Ballarat doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 76 km from Ballarat.

Car

Another option to get to Ballarat is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 102 km from Ballarat. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.

Bus

Greyhound Australia operates bus routes to Ballarat. From Sydney, the bus ride to Ballarat takes 1159 km and will cost you around $296. From Brisbane, the ticket costs about $225 for a journey of 3814 km.

Airports near Ballarat

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Ballarat

Lufthansa
Good (7,044 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,334 reviews)
British Airways
Good (6,837 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,588 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,934 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,790 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,698 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,446 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (780 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,696 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,215 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,563 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,244 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,349 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,275 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (9,968 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,203 reviews)
ITA Airways
Good (967 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,292 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (852 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballarat

From 5-star hotels such as the The Provincial Boutique Hotel to great affordable options like the Sovereign Hill Hotel, Ballarat offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $151 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $271 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Ballarat, with prices from $57 to $1,190 per night. Ballarat Central is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Ballarat are about 61% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballarat

Most booked hotels in Ballarat

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Craig's Royal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$151+
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Bakery Hill Motel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$126+
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Quality Inn & Suites The Menzies
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$123+
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Mercure Ballarat - Hotel & Convention Centre
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$155+
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Hiring a car in Ballarat

Expect to pay $1.79 per litre in Ballarat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.38 and $28.50. The most frequently booked car type in Ballarat is Economy (Kia Rio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 27% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.79 per litre in Ballarat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $21.38 and $28.50. The most frequently booked car type in Ballarat is Economy (Kia Rio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact car hire (Toyota Corolla or similar) is, on average, 27% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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