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Sovereign Hill – Ballarat, Victoria

SH

CODE

PRICE FROM

$ 52.50

PER PERSON

7

HOURS

Bradshaw Street, Golden Point, Ballarat, Victoria, Australia

ATTRACTION overview :

Discover the story of Victoria’s 1850s gold rush at Sovereign Hill. Explore heritage streets, pan for gold, enjoy live demonstrations, and experience the famous gold pour show.

SCHEDULE

10:00 AM

LOCATION

Ballarat

Ends:

5:00 PM

🎟️ Ticket Options & Prices

Main Admission

  • Adult (16+ yrs) → AU$52.50

  • Child (5–15 yrs) → AU$33.00

  • Toddler (0–4 yrs) → Free

  • Add-on Activities

    • Mine Tour (Guided) → AU$12.50 (pre-book required)

    • Coach Voucher → AU$8.00

    • Candle Voucher → AU$8.00

    • Gold Pour → Included with admission

  • Evening Show – AURA

    • Adult → AU$45.00

    • Child → AU$24.00

✨ Highlights / Key Experiences

  • Witness the Gold Pour Demonstration – see pure gold melted and poured.

  • Explore the underground mine tour with expert guides.

  • Try gold panning like in the 1850s gold rush era.

  • Visit old-style shops, schools, and blacksmith workshops.

  • Enjoy live theatre shows, horse-drawn carriages, and street performances.

  • Evening show AURA – a spectacular sound & light experience.

📋 What’s Included / Not Included

Included:

  • Admission to Sovereign Hill Outdoor Museum.

  • Daily gold pour demonstration.

  • Access to street performances & free exhibits.

Not Included:

  • Meals & personal expenses.

  • Transportation to/from Ballarat.

  • Add-on activities (Mine Tour, AURA Show, Candle Voucher, etc. – book separately).

📍 Location & Opening Hours

  • 📍 Address: Sovereign Hill, Bradshaw Street, Golden Point, Ballarat VIC, Australia.

  • 🕙 Opening Hours: 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Closed on Christmas Day, 25 Dec).

  • ⛏ Mine Tour Hours: 10:30 AM – 2:10 PM (limited slots daily, pre-book recommended).

How to Get There:

  • 🚆 By Train: V-Line Goldrush Special from Melbourne Southern Cross Station to Ballarat Station, then shuttle bus.

  • 🚗 By Car: 90 minutes drive via Western Highway from Melbourne.

📑 Terms & Conditions

  • Tickets are non-refundable unless specified.

  • Children under 5 free entry but must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Add-ons like Mine Tour & AURA are subject to availability.

  • Group bookings (10+) should be confirmed in advance.

  • Show schedules may change depending on weather & crowd conditions.

💡 Visitor Tips

  • Arrive at least 30 minutes early during weekends/holidays.

  • Wear comfortable walking shoes (some areas are gravel & slopes).

  • Book Mine Tour & AURA Show in advance – limited capacity.

  • Check the daily event schedule at the entrance for shows & demos.

  • Winter evenings are cold in Ballarat – bring warm clothing if attending AURA.


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