Ballarat travel guide
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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. Ballarat deserves at least 2 full days for you to see its main sights.
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
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″.
How to Get to Ballarat
Plane
Although Ballarat doesn’t have its own airport, you can fly to Melbourne Avalon (AVV), which is located 76 km from Ballarat.
Car
Another option to get to Ballarat is to pick up a car rental from Melbourne, which is about 102 km from Ballarat. You’ll find branches of Bargain Car Rentals and Alpha, among others, in Melbourne.
Airlines serving Ballarat
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 $88 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $117 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 25% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.
Where to stay in popular areas of Ballarat
Most booked hotels in Ballarat
Renting a car in Ballarat
Renting a car in Ballarat costs $47 per day, on average, or $94 if you want to rent if for 2 days.
You’re likely to save money by renting your car at the airport: locations in the city are, on average, 7% more expensive than at Melbourne.
Expect to pay $5.94 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 $71.32 and $95.09. The most frequently booked car type in Ballarat is Economy (Kia Rio or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Compact rental cars (Hyundai Kona or similar) are, on average, 26% cheaper than other rental car types in the city.