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School Holiday Activities In Ballarat & Things To Do In School Holidays

School holiday activities in Ballarat

The Old Castlemaine Gaol: The Bromley Collection Museum
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The Old Castlemaine Gaol: The Bromley Collection Museum

Discover a magical blend of history and art at The Old Castlemaine Gaol. Discover how this former prison transformed into a vibrant centre of creativity and wonder!

From
$20

AUD

Attractions for families in Ballarat

Tungatt Mirring Stone Country Half Day Tour

Tungatt Mirring Stone Country Half Day Tour

Explore the world heritage listed Budj Bim National Park and Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area on a half day bushwalking tour through stone country.

From
$159

AUD

Creswick Wool Mill Tour & Farm Adventure - 1 Hour

Creswick Wool Mill Tour & Farm Adventure - 1 Hour

Discover the story of Creswick Wool with a guided mill tour, heritage displays, and close-up encounters with friendly alpacas and sheep.

From
$25

AUD

Bendigo Guided Chinese Heritage Tour - Sunday - 3.5 Hours

Bendigo Guided Chinese Heritage Tour - Sunday - 3.5 Hours

Discover the story of Bendigo’s Chinese miners on an award-winning 3.5-hour, guided Chinese Heritage tour with morning tea and multi-site entry included.

From
$120

AUD

Ballarat City Guided Walking Tour & Hot Drink

Ballarat City Guided Walking Tour & Hot Drink

Uncover Ballarat’s hidden history on a guided walking tour through secret laneways and historic sites, complete with a warm drink.

From
$87

AUD

Tae Rak Cultural Walk - 2 Hours

Tae Rak Cultural Walk - 2 Hours

Join Gunditjmara Aboriginal guides on a cultural walking tour of Tae Rak (Lake Condah) to learn about Australia’s largest and oldest aquaculture system.

From
$89

AUD

Bendigo City Guided Historic Walking Tour - 2 Hours

Bendigo City Guided Historic Walking Tour - 2 Hours

Explore the rich history of Bendigo with a two-hour guided walking tour. Pass by city landmarks, grand architecture, and charming heritage gems.

From
$65

AUD

Kooyang Yana Cultural Walk - Full Day Tour

Kooyang Yana Cultural Walk - Full Day Tour

Visit the Kurtonitj Indigenous Protected Area on this immersive cultural day out with guided walk to sacred sites and a morning tea and lunch.

From
$199

AUD

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Stanley Park

Stanley Park

Great kids & family friendly park in the Macedon Ranges with a playground, bush walks and a waterfall.

Free
MacKenzie Falls @ Grampians National Park

MacKenzie Falls @ Grampians National Park

Explore the stunning MacKenzie Falls, Grampians! Perfect for outdoor adventures: camping, stunning views, several lookouts & walks, picnic area & more

Free
Melton Botanic Garden
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Melton Botanic Garden

Looking for a beautiful garden in Melbourne? With plenty of native plants & a lovely lake walk, Melton Botanic Garden is definitely the spot to be!

Free
Eaglehawk Playspace Canterbury Park Bendigo
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Eaglehawk Playspace Canterbury Park Bendigo

Eaglehawk Playspace in Canterbury Park in Bendigo is a fantastic playspace that will keep kids of all ages entertained for hours on end!

Free
Long Gully Splash Park And Playground In Bendigo
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Long Gully Splash Park And Playground In Bendigo

Looking for a fun way to cool off during summer? Look no further than Long Gully Splash Park and Playground in Bendigo! Perfect for kids of all ages.

Free
Trentham Falls & Coliban River Scenic Lookout

Trentham Falls & Coliban River Scenic Lookout

Come explore Trentham Falls, just 1.5 hours from Melbourne. Enjoy a picnic lunch with the kids and a short and easy walk to the stunning waterfall!

Free

Frequently Asked Questions

Ballarat is a city in the Central Highlands of Victoria, Australia, 115 km west of Melbourne. It is about a 1.5-hour drive from Melbourne CBD. Ballarat is Victoria's largest inland city and offers many cultural attractions.

115 km or about a 1.5-hour drive from Melbourne CBD

Ballarat is a great place to visit with family with plenty of things to do. Ballarat Wildlife Park, Sovereign Hill, Kryal Castle, Aura Show, Ballarat Art Gallery, Ballarat Lake, and the beautiful Ballarat Botanical Gardens are just a few popular attractions. So whether you're interested in nature, history or art, Ballarat has something for everyone.

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