Step back in time to the Goldrush era at Sovereign Hill, visit the Eureka Centre, see stunning floral displays in the botanical gardens and enjoy the best view of Melbourne from the Skydeck on the 88th floor of Eureka Tower.Start your adventure in an air-conditioned bus, welcomed by an English-speaking guide. Reach the Ballarat Botanical Gardens, enjoy a leisurely walk, see trees listed on the National Trust Significant Trees Register, and be enchanted by the captivating floral displays in the conservatory. Then, head to Lake Wendouree, where you can take a relaxing walk, and spot some of the wildlife that call this lake home, including the elegant Black Swans.Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of an 1850 Goldfields town at the open-air museum Sovereign Hill. Pan for gold, tour the underground mines, see demonstrations of traditional crafts, get dressed up in traditional clothes, enjoy a horse and coach ride, and witness the Trooper Musket Firing.Next, to the Eureka Centre, learn about the cultural impact of the gold rush and the miners’ rebellion. Finally, enjoy panoramic views of stunning Melbourne at Melbourne Skydeck at Eureka Tower. The highest viewing attraction and the fastest lift in the Southern Hemisphere is waiting for you!
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Take a relaxing wander around beautiful Lake Wendouree. Spend time in Ballarat Botanical Gardens. Step back in time to the Goldrush era at Sovereign Hill. Learn about the miner's rebellion at the Eureka Centre. Enjoy the spectacular Melbourne Skydeck experience
You'll be picked up here by the tour operator, to be confirmed 24 hours prior to tour.