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Sovereign Hill: Winter Wonderlights Entry Ticket
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Sovereign Hill General Entry Ticket
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Goldfields 3 Day Ballarat and Clunes
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Ballarat Foodie and Gin Distillery Tour
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Ballarat City Tales Walking Tour
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Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour
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About Ballarat
Welcome to Ballarat, a charming regional city located in Victoria, Australia. Known for its rich history, stunning architecture, and abundance of natural beauty, Ballarat is the perfect destination for anyone who wants to explore the best of Australia. Here are some of the top things to do and see in Ballarat:
Sovereign Hill: This is one of the major attractions in Ballarat that will take you back in time to the 1850s gold rush era. Sovereign Hill is a living museum where you can experience what life was like for gold miners and their families during that time. See craftsmen at work, pan for gold, and even take a ride on a horse-drawn carriage.
Ballarat Botanical Gardens: These gardens are a true treasure in Ballarat, featuring different garden beds, walking paths, and stunning Victorian-era features. You can marvel at the tropical glasshouse, the fernery, and the impressive Prime Ministers Avenue.
