Sovereign Hill
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This 37-acre outdoor living museum transports visitors back to the 1850s gold rush era in Ballarat, Australia, situated on a former gold mining site.

šŸ“œ Outdoor living museum on a former gold mining site, opened in 1970.
šŸ” Step back to the 1850s gold rush era in Ballarat, Australia.

Why Go

šŸŽ Experience period-dressed characters, horse rides, underground mines, and live gold pouring.
šŸ›ļø Explore 1850s shops, schools, and buildings.
ā›ļø Try gold panning and witness a magic show.
šŸ‰ Discover Chinese migrant stories and Wadawurrung culture.

Why Avoid

āš ļø AURA show has loud sounds, pyrotechnics, flickering lights; prams not permitted.

Tips

šŸŽŸļø Pre-book tickets online to secure your spot.
šŸ‘‚ Ear defenders recommended for the AURA Sound & Light Spectacular.

Cost

šŸ’° Sovereign Hill Admission from $52.50 (Adult), AURA show from $45.00 (Adult). Free Pioneer Pass for Ballarat locals aged 70+.

Hours

šŸ•’ Regular hours: Tuesday-Sunday, 10am-5pm. Mondays for pre-booked school groups only. Open daily during Victorian summer school holidays (10am-5pm).

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