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 among the most popular tourist destinations 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 March
Estimated hotel price
$161
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballarat in March
Estimated hotel price
$161
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 47 miles from Ballarat.

Car

Another option to get to Ballarat is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 63 miles from Ballarat. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.

Plane

Although Ballarat doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 47 miles from Ballarat.

Car

Another option to get to Ballarat is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 63 miles from Ballarat. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Europcar, among others, in Melbourne.

Airports near Ballarat

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Ballarat

KLM
Good (1,435 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,663 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,625 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,016 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,131 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,830 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,057 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,123 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,699 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,447 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,516 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,564 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (886 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,346 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,111 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,632 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,343 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,422 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,573 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (922 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballarat

There are also lots of holiday rental options in Ballarat, with prices from $58 to $1,218 per night. Ballarat Central is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Ballarat are about 64% 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)
$170+
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The Menzies Ballarat
4 stars
Good (7.9, Good reviews)
$110+
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Mercure Ballarat - Hotel & Convention Centre
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$136+
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City Views Ballarat
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$110+
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Hiring a car in Ballarat

Expect to pay $1.88 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 $22.51 and $30.01. Compact (Mazda CX-3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ballarat, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $1.88 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 $22.51 and $30.01. Compact (Mazda CX-3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ballarat, while also 36% cheaper than other types, on average.