THINGS TO DO IN BALLARAT
Ballarat Wildlife Park
The Park currently holds around 400 species of animals, including free-roaming kangaroos and emus that can be handfed. Most of the animals are native to Australia including koalas, wombats, quokkas, echidnas and both saltwater and freshwater crocodiles. Some foreign animals include the Indian star tortoise, the American alligator and the Aldabra giant tortoise.
Ballarat Wildlife Park is just around the corner from Prospect Cottage Ballarat. A 3 minute taxi/rideshare or car ride away. Or a brisk 30 minute walk to take in and enjoy the picturesque tree lined streets, colonial houses and rich history of the area.
Other places to visit…
Ballarat Skate Park
Located in central Ballarat next to the Ballarat Botanical Gardens and near Victoria Park, Lake Wendouree offers a wide range of attractions and recreational activities both on and off the water.
Her Majesty’s Theatre Ballarat
Opened in 1875 Her Majesty’s is the oldest purpose-built theatre building in Australia to have been continuously used as a live theatre venue