Jacinta's Guidebook to Ballarat
Playgrounds
Inclusive Play Space
One of Ballarat’s best playgrounds!
Lake Wendouree Adventure Playground
Steve Moneghetti TrackGreat playground near the lake.
Food scene
L'espresso
417 Sturt StBest coffee in town. Relaxed vibe and great place for lunch.
Meigas
33 Armstrong St NA little piece of Spain in ballarat.
Aroma of India
432 Sturt StYummy Indian food at very affordable prices.
Their deck is over the water and a great place for a drink on a sunny evening.
16 locals recommend
Ballarat Yacht Club
Wendouree ParadeTheir deck is over the water and a great place for a drink on a sunny evening.
Cosy, friendly, local pub (Est. 1862) with a large range of boutique beers.
24 locals recommend
The Mallow
20 Skipton StCosy, friendly, local pub (Est. 1862) with a large range of boutique beers.
Mitchell Harris Wines
38 Doveton St NGood spot for a wine before dinner or a movie.
Saigon Allee
30 Armstrong St NOur favorite Vietnamese in town.
Hop Temple
24 Armstrong St NCasual fun bar with good tunes
Attractions
Sovereign Hill
Regent Cinemas
49 Lydiard St NHistoric local cinema
Art Gallery of Ballarat
40 Lydiard St NGreat regional art space Est. 1884
Ballarat Wildlife Park
A park with many native animals
Exercise
A nearby place for a swim when the weather is too hot or too cold. They also have a gym and rock climbing wall.
10 locals recommend
Ballarat Aquatic & Lifestyle Centre
Gillies Street NorthA nearby place for a swim when the weather is too hot or too cold. They also have a gym and rock climbing wall.
Absolute Yoga and Pilates
2 Peel St SLots of classes on offer.
Lake Wendouree
6km around the whole lake