Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Private Day Tour
- Duration: 8 Hours (approx.)
- Location: VIC
- Product code: PPQ10L
Embark on a journey through time and discover the rich history of Ballarat and Sovereign Hill. Victoria's largest inland city, Ballarat is a sophisticated destination that blends contemporary arts with a fascinating heritage backdrop. Be transported to the 1850s and witness the gold rush that made Ballarat the world's wealthiest town. Sovereign Hill offers an immersive experience of a bustling gold mining settlement, complete with traditional goldfields costumes, real gold panning, working shops, hotels, schools, and even steam-driven machinery.
After a sumptuous two-course lunch at the elegant Gallery, Craig's Royal Hotel, or the charming New York Bakery in Sovereign Hill, wander through the magnificent Victorian and Edwardian architecture of Ballarat's Lydiard Street. Marvel at the stunning Ballarat Train Station, Art Gallery of Ballarat featuring Australia's most famous artists, Old Colonists' Hall, Mining Exchange, Former Ballarat Post Office, the legal precinct, the Ballarat School of Mines, and the remnants of the former Ballarat gaol.
Discover one of Australia's most significant cool climate gardens, the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, with its remarkable collection of mature trees, marble statues, and the Prime Ministers Avenue. Visit the Australian Ex-Prisoners of War Memorial, Arch of Victory, and the Eureka Stockade Memorial.
This tour is the perfect blend of sophistication, history, and adventure. It's a journey through time that will leave you enchanted and intrigued by Victoria's past. Join us on this exciting tour and discover the magic of Ballarat and Sovereign Hill.