Best places in Ballarat, Australia to visit (UPDATED February, 2024)

Best places in Ballarat

Discover the best places in Ballarat, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 574 places in the city.

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Art Gallery of Ballarat

Art gallery

Established in 1884, this museum houses Australian & international art & the original Eureka Flag.

4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~0.28 km from centre)

Lake Wendouree Adventure playground

Playground

👍👍 A must visit place with family. So beautiful. Kids would love playground and birds playing around .

4.70 (1.2K reviews) (~3.61 km from centre)

Meigas

Spanish restaurant

👍👍 Second time back at Meigas, and it did not disappoint. We got the feed me menu and the dishes were SO filling. The ambience is warm and the ingredients taste very fresh. The unanimous favourite dish for the group was the chilli garlic prawns!

$$ $$

4.70 (992 reviews) (~0.45 km from centre)

Cafe Lekker

Cafe

👍👍 I had heard many positive things about this cafe so finally decided to try it for myself. I was definitely not disappointed, the staff were incredibly friendly and accommodating The food was delicious! We were able to walk in without a reservation and didn't have to wait long for service or food. Wi...

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4.70 (723 reviews) (~0.55 km from centre)

Ballarat Botanical Gardens

Botanical garden

Lakeshore park, founded in 1858, with landscaped gardens, marble statues & a modern greenhouse.

4.60 (5.2K reviews) (~3.79 km from centre)

Ballarat Wildlife Park

Wildlife park

Park with many native mammals, exotic reptiles & hands-on encounters (fee) with photo souvenirs.

4.60 (3.7K reviews) (~2.96 km from centre)

Cafe Merkama

Cafe

👍👍 We got the vegan platter which had 8 options that night. The meal was so filling and delicious and came out quickly. Only thing I would say is it would be great to see in from the street as if I were a passer by I wouldn’t have know it was open.

$ $$$

4.80 (333 reviews) (~0.52 km from centre)

Schnitz Ballarat

Restaurant

Trendy restaurant chain offering made-to-order schnitzels served in a bun, in a salad or with chips.

$$ $$

4.60 (1.7K reviews) (~0.47 km from centre)

McGrath Estate Agents Ballarat

Real estate agent

4.90 (215 reviews) (~1.28 km from centre)

Il Piccolo Gelato

Ice cream shop

$$ $$

4.70 (475 reviews) (~0.31 km from centre)

Restaurant Lola

Restaurant

👍👍 The restaurant offers a delightful experience with its delectable cuisine, creating a harmonious blend of flavors. The ambiance exudes a warm and inviting atmosphere, enhancing the overall dining pleasure. Attentive and impeccable service adds to the charm, ensuring a seamless and enjoyable meal.

$ $$$

4.70 (455 reviews) (~0.49 km from centre)

Cobb's Coffee

Cafe

👍👍 The best place in Ballarat for coffee nerds. Great espresso and batch brew coffee and the staff are passionate about creating the best brew. Cobb’s also provide a great selection of materials for people the craft great coffee at home, with a selection of various coffees and a range of equipment. Th...

4.90 (206 reviews) (~0.27 km from centre)

Hop Temple

Bar

👍👍 The staff were so lovely, I booked 40 minutes before going and they accommodate so amazingly. They had a huge range of gluten free options and as a Coeliac it was great to be able to enjoy my meal and not have to worry- or have- a reaction after eating. I would 10/10 eat here again and have already...

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4.60 (1K reviews) (~0.36 km from centre)

Fika Coffee Brewers

Cafe

👍👍 What a hidden gem! Without any expectation, went there for quick coffee and breakie and it turned out absolutely great. Not just satisfied coffee but my quick breakie with breakie roll was good. There isn't sufficient kitchen facility, so my expectation was low until I got food. My quick stop at Bal...

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4.70 (432 reviews) (~0.53 km from centre)

Roy Hammond

Bar

👍 Really solid service and food but the highlight was the drink selection. The Summer Dream cocktail with yuzu and passionfruit, and the Japanese gin & tonic were really smooth and sweet with no weird aftertaste. First time trying bao buns, I had the pork belly and it was beautiful. Karaage chicken wa...

4.70 (404 reviews) (~0.39 km from centre)

Eclectic Tastes Cafe & Pantry

Cafe

👍👍 The cakes were good but overly sweet. Staff was nice and friendly.

$$ $$

4.60 (848 reviews) (~1.89 km from centre)

Aunty Jacks

Bar

👍👍 We arrived today and the first place we tried was Aunty Jacks, a great way to start our adventure in Ballarat! So many cool vibes as soon as you enter this brewery. We were looked after by Mary who was amazing and very attentive. In fact all of the staff here are very friendly and a delight to de...

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4.70 (386 reviews) (~0.5 km from centre)

Sovereign Hill

Museum

Replica of a gold mining town with costumed actors, a mine tour, coach rides & other attractions.

4.50 (10.3K reviews) (~1.84 km from centre)

Pancho

Restaurant

👍👍 Pancho. What a fabulous casual dining experience. From the get go. This was great. We asked for the music volume to be lowered and that was not an issue. The staff then checked our QR sign in details and then called us by our names from then. The team were so informative with a menu we were not fami...

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4.70 (347 reviews) (~0.39 km from centre)

Ballarat Tramway Museum

Museum

Quaint museum with a fleet of historic trams & an operational solar-powered tramway.

4.70 (344 reviews) (~3.74 km from centre)

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