Top 5 Reasons Ballarat Should be on Every Road Trip Wish List

We tried to think of a reason to visit Ballarat and came up with 5.

From a micro-brewing scene that's exploded over the last few years to an extremely under-rated arts scene, Ballarat is certainly worth adding to any road trip wish list.

Victoria's largest inland city, Ballarat was at centre of the Victorian Gold Rush and is littered with with evidence of the destination's golden history, from magnificent architecture to tree-lined street and heritage gardens. You can even relive the hustle and bustle of an 1850s gold mining settlement at Sovereign Hill, an experience that even lets you pan for real gold.

Surrounding wineries and an exciting restaurant scene means you'll never go hungry (or thirsty) in Ballarat, with the town an established foodie destination.

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