Melbourne Sovereign Hill
- Melbourne
- Theme Park / Water Park
- Historical attractions
- Instant Confirmation
- E-Voucher
- Special Experience
- Family Outing
Overview
Please also note that Sovereign Hill is closed Mondays during Victorian school terms and on Christmas Day (25 December).
Special Event dates: 26 June to 19 July 2026 inclusive. This is our Winter Wonderlight’s special event period.
Sovereign Hill is a living museum presenting the story of Ballarat as a goldrush boomtown. Gold was discovered here in 1851, triggering the greatest alluvial gold rush the world has ever known. The sleepy pastoral settlement of Ballarat grew rapidly into a fine provincial city built on the wealth derived from its gold.
Covering 15 hectares of a former gold mining site, Sovereign Hill’s Outdoor Museum brings the gold rushes to life through a living township with diggings, underground mines, costumed characters, coach rides and 1850s shops, trades, schools and dwellings.
Sovereign Hill opened on Sunday, 29 November 1970. It was born from a vision in the 1960s when community groups sought to preserve the city’s vibrant goldrush heritage and the story of its impact on our nation.
Now an Australian tourism icon and a winner of major tourism awards, Sovereign Hill attracts some 450,000 visitors annually. The Outdoor Museum enjoys international renown as a living museum featuring rare trades, working machinery and exhibits, costumed interpreters and visitor participation.
What’s included
Included
- Ballarat Sovereign Hill Gold Mine Ticket
- Various free activities and exhibitions of scenic spots
Not included
- Optional activities
- All inclusions are as indicated on the websites at time of travel. If not stated as included the item/s are at guests own cost.
Ages
Child (5-15). Child 4 and under free of charge. Each paying adult can take one free child. Proof of age identification may be required.
How to use
We will send you voucher by email. Please check information on it. On the day of tour, please present the electronic voucher to redeem admission ticket.
If choosing Mine Tour, please arrive before 15:30. Please reconfirm Mine Tour time with staff on site if choosing Mine Tour package. [Note: in peak season, Mine Tour may sold out fast. Please arrive earlier]
If you purchase a ticket for the Winter Wonderlight special event, please note that Winter Wonderlights Single Day Entry is valid from 10am to 7pm; Winter Wonderlights Night tickets is valid from 8pm to 10pm
Good to know
The whole scenic area is covered with free WIFI.
Gold Mine Tour : limited availability, will be advised on the gate by staff of the session time.
The carriage tour time is from 10:30 to 13:00, and from 14:00 to 16:00.
Sovereign Hill opening hours: 10am-5pm, Closed Christmas Day. Child (5-15 years) – only available when purchased with an Adult.
Disclaimer
Once the product has been successfully booked, a confirmation voucher will be issued. The voucher contains important booking details and participation notes. Please read it carefully. If we do not receive any feedback from you, it will be deemed that you have read, understood and accepted all information stated on the voucher.
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In the event of an unexpected incident where no travel insurance coverage applies, we will provide reasonable assistance where possible; however, any related costs or losses will be borne by the customer.
If the booking is cancelled due to reasons attributable to the travel product supplier, we will refund the amount paid for the affected booking. No additional compensation will be provided.
No-show: Ticket holders who fail to attend without prior cancellation or notification will not be eligible for a refund.
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When visiting attractions or participating in activities, please strictly follow all instructions provided by the venue and staff. Please ensure that you fully understand the associated risks, including any venue notices or safety waivers that may be required. Customers must cooperate with all safety requirements and must not engage in any dangerous behaviour during the activity.
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