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Melbourne is Australia’s second largest city and often the spot in Australia that surprises and impresses people the most. With a few days in Melbourne, you’ll have plenty of time to see the city’s main sights and spend time trying out all of its beaches. After that, you may feel the urge to rush off […]

The historic gold mining town of Ballarat makes an easy day trip from Melbourne. Here is everything you can do during a Ballarat day trip!

Planning a trip to Victoria's third largest city? Here are the top things to do in Ballarat - from castles and wineries to art, gold rush history and more

Are you planning a trip to Ballarat? Discover historic landmarks, a burgeoning dining scene, the nation's oldest art gallery and more with our travel guide.

Though less than 90 minutes from Melbourne, Ballarat has a relaxed country atmosphere in a grand setting. It has enough history to justify days of exploration. Ready to go?

📍 Umbrella Laneway in Ballarat as captured via IG/myvividmelbourne

Visit Ballarat is the official travel website for Ballarat, Victoria. There's so much to be discovered, so let us help you plan your next trip.

Fancy taking a road trip around Victoria? One of Australia's best road trips, this journey takes you from Melbourne, to the Great Ocean Road, through the Grampians and to the Australian goldfields of Ballarat and Daylesford. This journey is one of the best trips from Melbourne that you can take, and is an amazing thing to do whether you're backpacking Australia, living in Melbourne on a working holiday visa or travelling Australia with kids.

Here's what to do in Ballarat, Victoria if you're in the beautiful regional city over a weekend and don't have to keep any children occupied.

From belly-warming food to heart-pumping adventure, there are plenty of reasons to visit Ballarat in the colder months