Miners Rest
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Sovereign Hill
You can study the exhibits at Sovereign Hill, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.
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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.
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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.
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Art Gallery of Ballarat
You can study the exhibits at Art Gallery of Ballarat, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Ballarat. Wander around the gardens or experience the area's art scene.
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Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Find out about the history of Ballarat when you spend time at Ballarat Botanical Gardens. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.
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Gold Museum
You can browse the exhibits at Gold Museum, a museum with a story of its own, during your trip to Ballarat. While you're in the area, find time to visit its spas.
Other neighborhoods around Miners Rest
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Wendouree
While visiting Wendouree, you might make a stop by sights like Eureka Stadium and McNulty Drive Reserve.
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Lake Gardens
When in Lake Gardens, you can plan a visit to Ballarat Botanical Gardens and Ballarat Golf Club, some noteworthy sights in the nearby area.
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Alfredton
Alfredton is noteworthy for its golf courses, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Ballarat Golf Club and Dyson Drive Reserve.
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Ballarat North
If you're looking for some top things to see and do in Ballarat North and surrounding area, you can visit Howitt Street Trig Station Natural Features Reserve and Eureka Stadium.
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Lake Wendouree
You'll enjoy the restaurants and museums in Lake Wendouree. You might want to make time for a stop at Lake Wendouree or Ballarat Botanical Gardens.
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Soldiers Hill
Uncover some of the top draws of Soldiers Hill like its spas and restaurants. If you're hoping to see more of the larger area, make a stop by Art Gallery of Ballarat or Ballarat Town Hall.