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Sovereign Hill Tickets

Name: Sovereign Hill Tickets
Start: 2026-09-03T10:00:00
End: 2026-09-03T17:00:00
Location: Sovereign Hill

4.6/5(36)

Lai M

Family

Verified booking

5 days ago

I think the workers there are so friendly it makes me really fella like we are in Victoria era ,when we were gold rushing the workers will come here to encourage us!For my favourite show is the candy show they told us a lot of things that we don't know and even we can try it after the show!I also have a very deep in pression of the gold mine tour , the guider told us many things that we don't usually know about the mine in the 70s .U guys are awesome really made my day!!!

Veerpal B

Solo

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Visited Sovereign Hill in Ballarat and absolutely loved it! It is truly a place where history comes alive. The old buildings, heritage streets, traditional shops, and vintage atmosphere make you feel like you have stepped back in time. As we say, “old is gold,” and Sovereign Hill is a perfect example of that. The attention to detail in preserving the old heritage is amazing and worth appreciating. It was a wonderful experience for the whole family, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Ballarat. Definitely worth visiting!

Veerpal B

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Visited Sovereign Hill in Ballarat and absolutely loved it. It is truly a place where history comes alive. The old buildings, heritage streets, traditional shops, and vintage atmosphere make you feel like you have stepped back in time. As we say, “old is gold,” and Sovereign Hill is a perfect example of that. The attention to detail in preserving the old heritage is amazing and worth appreciating. It was a wonderful experience for the whole family, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Ballarat. Definitely worth visiting!

Brendan H

Couple

Verified booking

Jun 2026

Myself and my friend have not been to sovereign Hill since we were in grade 2 and grade 3 at primary School. We are now in our 50s and the memories that were regained from our younger years this week at Sevenhill were very special. The ticketing system work extremely well and being able to walk straight into the attraction at the start of our day was less stressful and maybe for a wonderful experience throughout.

Explore Sovereign Hill with entry to the museum, self-guided exploration, and live demonstrations throughout the day.

Stroll through the recreated 1850s streets, enjoy theatre performances and watch traditional trades like blacksmithing and candle-making in action.

Descend into the historic Red Hill Mine to uncover the story of the record-breaking gold nugget that sparked Ballarat’s gold rush.

Pan for gold and watch expert gold pouring demonstrations, perfect for history buffs and families alike.

Entry to Sovereign Hill Museum

Self-guided tour of Red Mine Hill

Panning for gold & gold pouring demonstration

Theatre performances & street shows

Bowling & live demonstrations

You can cancel these tickets up to 24 hours before the experience begins and get a full refund.

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What our guests say
Lai M
Family
Verified booking
5 days ago
I think the workers there are so friendly it makes me really fella like we are in Victoria era ,when we were gold rushing the workers will come here to encourage us!For my favourite show is the candy show they told us a lot of things that we don't know and even we can try it after the show!I also have a very deep in pression of the gold mine tour , the guider told us many things that we don't usually know about the mine in the 70s .U guys are awesome really made my day!!!
Veerpal B
Couple
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Visited Sovereign Hill in Ballarat and absolutely loved it. It is truly a place where history comes alive. The old buildings, heritage streets, traditional shops, and vintage atmosphere make you feel like you have stepped back in time. As we say, “old is gold,” and Sovereign Hill is a perfect example of that. The attention to detail in preserving the old heritage is amazing and worth appreciating. It was a wonderful experience for the whole family, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Ballarat. Definitely worth visiting!
Veerpal B
Solo
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Visited Sovereign Hill in Ballarat and absolutely loved it! It is truly a place where history comes alive. The old buildings, heritage streets, traditional shops, and vintage atmosphere make you feel like you have stepped back in time. As we say, “old is gold,” and Sovereign Hill is a perfect example of that. The attention to detail in preserving the old heritage is amazing and worth appreciating. It was a wonderful experience for the whole family, and I would highly recommend it to anyone visiting Ballarat. Definitely worth visiting!
Sheridan D
Family
Verified booking
Jul 2026
Absolutely seemless in purchasing and going there. Fantastic day out for my whole families first experience
Fu H
Family
Verified booking
Jun 2026
Entry was smooth and easy. It was great experience and wonderful piece of history. Love the characters walking around and manning the place. What a lovely place!

Step back in time at Sovereign Hill and spend a full day exploring the gold rush era at your own pace, enjoying historic mines, gold panning, and live shows.

Getting started

Your ticket includes entry to the Sovereign Hill Museum. Arrive early to start your adventure. Explore the recreated 1850s gold mining town, underground mines, try your hand at gold panning, and enjoy interactive theatre and street performances.

What to expect

Historic streets & museum: Wander through the recreated 1850s town with its historic buildings, shops, and exhibits to get a real sense of life during the gold rush.

Red Hill Mine tour: Descend into the underground mine and learn the story of the record-breaking gold nugget that sparked the Ballarat gold rush.

Gold panning & pouring demonstrations: Try your hand at panning for gold in the diggings and watch skilled artisans pour molten gold in live demonstrations.

Theatre performances & street shows: Enjoy live performances and interactive shows with costumed characters bringing the gold rush era to life.

Traditional trades & bowling: Watch live demonstrations of 1850s trades such as blacksmithing, candle-making, and more. Try your hand at traditional bowling for fun.

What to bring

Have your ID ready for a seamless experience.

What's not allowed

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.

Alcohol, weapons, drugs, drones, pets, smoking and furniture are not allowed onboard the ferry.

Accessibility

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.

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.

Additional information

Facilities: Parking.

Children aged 15 and under must be supervised by an accompanying adult.

Your voucher will be emailed to you shortly.

Display the voucher on your mobile phone with a valid photo ID at the starting point.

Please check your final voucher for the starting point details & specific instructions.