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. Ballarat deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.

Where to Eat in Ballarat

If you’re looking for affordable options, North Ballarat Sports Club (725 Creswick Road) and Ballarat Leagues Club (52 Humffray St Nth) are great picks.

When to visit Ballarat

Ballarat in May
Estimated hotel price
$160
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballarat in May
Estimated hotel price
$160
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 (1,502 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,930 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,892 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,424 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,306 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,922 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,182 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,572 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (902 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,751 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,560 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,730 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,935 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,389 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,434 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,276 reviews)
JetBlue
Good (2,945 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,497 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Good (12,258 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 $139 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $175 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Ballarat, with prices from $58 to $1,201 per night. Ballarat Central is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Ballarat are about 28% 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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Begonia City Motor Inn
3 stars
Excellent (8.5, Excellent reviews)
$132+
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Craig's Royal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, Excellent reviews)
$176+
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Mercure Ballarat - Hotel & Convention Centre
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$165+
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City Views Ballarat
4 stars
Good (7.5, Good reviews)
$137+
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Hiring a car in Ballarat

Hiring a car in Ballarat costs $91 per day, on average, or $182 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Melbourne.

Expect to pay $2.50 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 $29.94 and $39.92. Economy (MG 3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ballarat, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

Hiring a car in Ballarat costs $91 per day, on average, or $182 if you want to hire it for 2 days.

You’re likely to save money by hiring your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 32% more expensive than at Melbourne.

Expect to pay $2.50 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 $29.94 and $39.92. Economy (MG 3 or similar) is the most popular car type to hire in Ballarat, while also 37% cheaper than other types, on average.

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