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Guided tour
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Visit Ballarat’s two signature attractions in one day — step back into the gold rush era at Sovereign Hill and meet iconic Australian wildlife at Ballarat Wildlife Park.
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Explore a recreated 1850s gold mining town at Sovereign Hill, complete with Red Hill Mine, gold panning, gold pouring demonstrations, traditional trades, and live entertainment.
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Get up close to kangaroos, koalas, wombats, crocodiles, reptiles, and other native wildlife at Ballarat Wildlife Park, with interactive animal encounters and keeper presentations.
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Sovereign Hill
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Entry to Sovereign Hill Museum
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Self-guided tour of Red Mine Hill
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Panning for gold & gold pouring demonstration
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Theatre performances & street shows
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Bowling & live demonstrations
Ballarat Wildlife Park
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Entry to Ballarat Wildlife Park
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Daily animal shows & presentations
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These tickets can't be cancelled or rescheduled.
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From gold rush history to up-close wildlife encounters, enjoy two of Ballarat’s most popular attractions together with one great-value combo ticket.
Getting started
Your combo ticket includes entry to Sovereign Hill and Ballarat Wildlife Park. Simply present your ticket at each attraction and explore at your own pace.
What to expect
Sovereign Hill
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Living gold rush museum: Step into a recreated 1850s gold mining town with historic streets, heritage buildings, costumed characters, and interactive experiences.
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Red Hill Mine & gold discoveries: Venture underground on a self-guided visit to Red Hill Mine and uncover the story behind Ballarat’s famous gold rush.
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Gold panning & live demonstrations: Try your luck panning for gold and watch molten gold being poured in live demonstrations throughout the day.
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Theatre, trades & street entertainment: Enjoy live performances and see traditional trades such as blacksmithing, candle-making, and wheelwrighting brought to life.
Ballarat Wildlife Park
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Native Australian wildlife: Meet kangaroos, koalas, wombats, dingoes, emus, and a variety of native birds in spacious habitats.
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Hand-feed kangaroos: Get up close to free-roaming kangaroos and enjoy one of the park’s most popular interactive experiences.
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Reptiles & predators: See crocodiles, snakes, giant tortoises, and other fascinating reptiles from Australia and around the world.
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Keeper talks & animal encounters: Learn about conservation and wildlife care through daily presentations and opportunities to see animals up close.
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Family-friendly experience: Enjoy easy walking paths, interactive exhibits, and wildlife encounters suitable for visitors of all ages.
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What to bring
Sovereign Hill
- Have your ID ready for a seamless experience.
What’s not allowed
Sovereign Hill
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Carry-on items are allowed if they fit on your seat without taking extra space. For safety, luggage cannot block aisles, wheelchair spaces, or exits.
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Alcohol, weapons, drugs, drones, pets, smoking and furniture are not allowed onboard the ferry.
Ballarat Wildlife Park
- Due to venue restrictions, pets cannot tag along on this experience.
Accessibility
Sovereign Hill
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The experience is wheelchair accessible. The accessible gold panning area features an elevated water channel and an easy-to-navigate pathway. Some areas have wide bluestone gutters between boardwalks and gravel roads. Ramps are marked on the free visitor map available at entry.
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Guide dogs are welcome at the venue. Accredited assistance dogs wearing identifiable jackets must be harnessed or leashed and under the owner’s control at all times on Sovereign Hill’s premises. Owners may be asked to show a valid photo ID confirming them as the handler.
Ballarat Wildlife Park
- This experience is accessible by wheelchair and pram/strollers.
Additional information
Sovereign Hill
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Facilities: Parking.
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Children aged 15 and under must be supervised by an accompanying adult.
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Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.
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Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.
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Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.
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