Sebastopol
Ballarat
Visit Sebastopol
Popular places to visit

Sovereign Hill
Strike gold at this open-air museum, which tells the story of Ballarat’s first decade as a gold rush town with recreated buildings, goldmine tours and workshops.

Lake Wendouree
Commune with nature and explore the great outdoors at Lake Wendouree during your travels in Ballarat. Amble around the area's lakeside or experience its museums.

Ballarat Town Hall
Ballarat Town Hall is just one of the places to see in Ballarat, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Wander around the gardens or experience the area's art scene.

Art Gallery of Ballarat
Follow the history of Australian art from colonial to contemporary when you peruse the collection of Australia’s biggest and oldest regional art gallery.

St Patrick's Cathedral
You can find out about the history of Ballarat with a trip to St Patrick's Cathedral. Stroll along the lakeside or experience the area's art scene.

Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve
Explore the great outdoors at Mount Buninyong Scenic Reserve, a lovely green space in Ballarat.
Things to do

Grampians National Park Small-Group Eco Tour from Melbourne

Sovereign Hill A Touch Of Gold Ballarat Tour

Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens and Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour

Ballarat Gold Fields - Sovereign Hill & Winery Tour

Gold City and Wildlife Day Trip in Ballarat and Sovereign Hill
Sebastopol Hotel Deals

Begonia City Motor Inn
Fairly clean but very old style rooms and bathrooms no utensils or places to cook. Just 1 bbq but was used. No dogs allowed yet there was a yapping dog 3 units down. You get what you pay for.
Reviewed on Apr 19, 2026

Club Wyndham Ballarat, Trademark Collection by Wyndham
The room was great, spacious and comfortable, very comfy beds. Suitable for a family of 5. Kitchen was adequate with everything you need to cook meals. Facilities excellent, and grounds & lake superb A great stay, thoroughly enjoyed.
Reviewed on Apr 6, 2026

13 bedrooms,6.5 bathroom, sleeps 40+, playgrounds, giant checkers, table tennis

Ballarat Pioneer Homes****plenty for the kids****
Selected the two properties to allow for our family gather. The accommodation gave us the flexibility and also having games tables entertained everyone and had the houses full of laughter. Just what the doctor ordered. Will stay here again.
Reviewed on Dec 1, 2024

Mid City Ballarat
It was excellent value for accommodation in central Ballarat and included a very nice buffet breakfast.
Reviewed on Apr 21, 2026

Quest Ballarat Station
Was a nice clean room in good proximity to everything in the city square.
Reviewed on Apr 27, 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Sebastopol

Redan
Though Redan might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like St Patrick's Cathedral and Ballarat Town Hall.

Mount Pleasant
Though Mount Pleasant might not have many top sights, you can venture to the surrounding area to see attractions like Sovereign Hill and Her Majesty's Theatre.

Delacombe
Delacombe is well-liked for its shopping. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ballarat area, you might plan a trip to Ballarat Tramway Museum or Ballarat Golf Club.

Mount Clear
Mount Clear is well-liked for its museums. If you'd like to do some sightseeing in the greater Ballarat area, you might plan a trip to Lake Esmond or Sovereign Hill.

Newington
The bars and spas are just a few features travelers like about Newington. If you want to do some sightseeing nearby, Ballarat Tramway Museum and Lake Wendouree are a few top places to visit.

Golden Point (Ballarat)
Golden Point (Ballarat) is popular for its abundant dining options, and you can check out Sovereign Hill, a top attraction in the neighborhood.

