Golden Point
Ballarat
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Popular places to visit
Sovereign Hill
Strike gold at this open-air museum, which tells the story of Ballarat’s first decade as a gold rush town with recreated buildings, goldmine tours and workshops.
Gold Museum
Find out about the treasured metal that enticed thousands of prospectors to find their fortune in the gold rush of the mid 19th century at this intriguing museum.
Lake Wendouree
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Wendouree during your travels in Ballarat. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.
Ballarat Town Hall
Ballarat Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Ballarat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens or experience the area's art scene.
Art Gallery of Ballarat
Follow the history of Australian art from colonial to contemporary when you peruse the collection of Australia’s biggest and oldest regional art gallery.
Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Find out about the history of Ballarat with a stop at Ballarat Botanical Gardens. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.
Things to do
Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Top hotels in Golden Point
Sovereign Hill Hotel
I do not know if the TV remote is faulty but I could only receive Channel 7. The fan in the ensuite is not working. No wonder you want the door left open due to Fire alarm issues. The wall heaters are marginally effective if you want the curtains closed. They are not efficient behind heavy curtains. ...
Reviewed on 25 Oct 2025
Main Lead Ballarat Motel
Free upgrade and a new bathroom. Lovely
Reviewed on 17 Oct 2025
Mercure Ballarat Hotel and Convention Centre
very safe and quite good service and friendly staff comfortable beds
Reviewed on 22 Oct 2025
Ballarat Suites
Suite had a lovely bathroom, microwave, kitchen utensils and a comfortable bed. Staff were pleasant and friendly.
Reviewed on 24 Oct 2025
Sovereign Park Motor Inn
Wonderful Staff, Easy Chekin, clean room, walkable distance & premium experience. Kids love indoor swimming pool..Thank you so much to give this wonderful & memorable experince. Definitely will stay in our next visit.
Reviewed on 26 Oct 2025
NRMA Ballarat Holiday Park
Very comfortable, clean. The only concern for me was the lack of privacy due to blinds not covering the windows. Really needs heavy curtains at the doors and above the bed. Too light for sleeping well.
Reviewed on 16 Sept 2025
Other neighbourhoods around Golden Point
Ballarat East
Ballarat East is noteworthy for its spas, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Eureka Aquatic Center and Eureka Hall.
Bakery Hill
The restaurants, shopping and spas are just a few things travellers enjoy about Bakery Hill. If you want to experience more of the area, check out Her Majesty's Theatre or Art Gallery of Ballarat.
Mount Pleasant
While Mount Pleasant isn't home to many top sights, Sovereign Hill and Gold Museum are some notable places to visit nearby.
Canadian
Travellers like the parks in Canadian, and Lake Esmond is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Ballarat Central
While visiting Ballarat Central, you might make a stop by sights like Ballarat Town Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre.
Redan
Though Redan may not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Ballarat Town Hall and Her Majesty's Theatre.
