Introduction
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Renting a car

Ballarat travel guide

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You're Going to Love Ballarat

With a population of 97,937, Ballarat is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. We recommend you stay at least 3 days in order to fully appreciate everything Ballarat has to offer.

Where to Eat in Ballarat

If you’re looking for affordable options, Black Cat Truffles By Liam Downes (150 Howards Rd) and Pipers By The Lake (403 Wendouree Parade) are great picks.

When to visit Ballarat

Ballarat in August
Estimated hotel price
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel
Ballarat in August
Estimated hotel price
$77
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Ballarat in February, when the average temperature is 64.4 °F, and the highest can go up to 77 °F. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 39.2 °F, with an average temperature of 42.8 °F. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 2.8″. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Ballarat, with an average rainfall of 1.2″.

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How to Get to Ballarat

Plane

Although Ballarat doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 47 miles from Ballarat.

Car

Another option to get to Ballarat is to pick up a car rental from Melbourne, which is about 63 miles from Ballarat. You’ll find branches of Turo and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Melbourne.

Plane

Although Ballarat doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 47 miles from Ballarat.

Car

Another option to get to Ballarat is to pick up a car rental from Melbourne, which is about 63 miles from Ballarat. You’ll find branches of Turo and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Melbourne.

Airports near Ballarat

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Ballarat

KLM
Good (1,410 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,570 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,007 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,516 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,044 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,784 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,015 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,010 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,661 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,407 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,486 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (868 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,444 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,291 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,575 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,058 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,335 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,281 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,400 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (894 reviews)
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Where to stay in Ballarat

From 5-star hotels such as the The Provincial Boutique Hotel to great affordable options like the Sovereign Hill Hotel, Ballarat offers a range of accommodations for every taste. Average rates range from around $80 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $106 and up for a 5-star experience. There are also lots of vacation rental options in Ballarat, with prices from $34 to $708 per night. Ballarat Central is the neighborhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, vacation rentals in Ballarat are about 51% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Where to stay in popular areas of Ballarat

Most booked hotels in Ballarat

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Craig's Royal Hotel
4 stars
Excellent (8.3, 1308 reviews)
$97+
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Main Lead Ballarat Motel
3 stars
Excellent (8.1, 941 reviews)
$60+
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Camellia Cottage Bed & Breakfast
0 stars
Excellent (9.8, 6 reviews)
$51+
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Bakery Hill Motel
3 stars
Good (7.8, 1299 reviews)
$78+
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Mercure Ballarat - Hotel & Convention Centre
4 stars
Good (7.6, 1879 reviews)
$91+
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Ballarat Mid City Hotel
4 stars
Good (7.4, 1121 reviews)
$82+
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Renting a car in Ballarat

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Ballarat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ballarat, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

Expect to pay $4.01 per gallon in Ballarat (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your rental car, filling up the tank will cost between $48.15 and $64.20. Economy (Kia Forte or similar) is the most popular car type to rent in Ballarat, while also 29% cheaper than other types, on average.

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