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

Ballarat Central is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Ballarat. These include popular favourites such as Meigas (33 Armstrong St), Pancho (213 Mair St) and Ragazzone (319 Mair Street). If you’re looking for affordable options, Higher Society (413 Sturt St) and Moon and Mountain (220 Mair St) are great picks. For delicious green meals, Common Ground (306 Howitt Street) and Ballarat Yacht Club (Wendouree Pde) are recommended spots to get vegetarian or vegan food in Ballarat.

When to visit Ballarat

Ballarat in November
Estimated hotel price
$146
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballarat in November
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 EverythingFleet, among others, in Melbourne.

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 EverythingFleet, among others, in Melbourne.

Airports near Ballarat

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Ballarat

Lufthansa
Good (7,207 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,367 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,093 reviews)
Delta
Excellent (7,983 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,654 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (3,895 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,820 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,865 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,473 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (809 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,287 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,594 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (9,682 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,416 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (10,353 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,306 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,224 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,320 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (924 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (790 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 $146 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $267 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Ballarat, with prices from $56 to $1,166 per night. Ballarat Central is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Ballarat are about 50% 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)
$155+
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Bakery Hill Motel
3 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$112+
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The Menzies Ballarat
4 stars
Good (7.7, Good reviews)
$105+
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Mercure Ballarat - Hotel & Convention Centre
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$156+
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Hiring a car in Ballarat

Expect to pay $1.73 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 $20.76 and $27.68. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ballarat, while also 8% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.73 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 $20.76 and $27.68. Economy (Toyota Yaris or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ballarat, while also 8% cheaper than other types, on average.

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