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 May
Estimated hotel price
$166
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballarat in May
Estimated hotel price
$166
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 (7,489 reviews)
KLM
Good (1,402 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,456 reviews)
Delta
Good (7,975 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,772 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,010 reviews)
Iberia
Good (2,990 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (8,976 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,475 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,374 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,649 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (853 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,297 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,532 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,279 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,023 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,332 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,079 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,380 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (873 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 $152 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $180 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Ballarat, with prices from $60 to $1,240 per night. Ballarat Central is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Ballarat are about 59% 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)
$172+
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The Menzies Ballarat
4 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$123+
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Mercure Ballarat - Hotel & Convention Centre
4 stars
Good (7.6, Good reviews)
$172+
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Ballarat Mid City Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, Good reviews)
$151+
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Hiring a car in Ballarat

Expect to pay $1.84 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 $22.08 and $29.44. The most frequently booked car type in Ballarat is Compact (Suzuki Baleno or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Expect to pay $1.84 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 $22.08 and $29.44. The most frequently booked car type in Ballarat is Compact (Suzuki Baleno or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 39% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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