Sovereign Hill Ballarat Gold Minning

Sovereign Hill    

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Sovereign Hill is a living museum that brings to life the excitement of Australia's 1850s gold rush. An internationally acclaimed tourist attraction, Sovereign Hill provides a unique Australian …
Sovereign Hill is a living museum that brings to life the excitement of Australia's 1850s gold rush. An internationally acclaimed tourist attraction, Sovereign Hill provides a unique Australian experience and a full day of entertainment for the whole family. During the day, explore underground gold mines & quartz mines, pan for gold in the creek, watch street theatres, ride on horse coaches and get the opportunity to be photographed with costumed ladies and gents on Main Street. Experience the magic of pure gold poured before your eyes and watch the Redcoat soldiers fire their powerful muskets. By night, experience spectacular sound and light shows like AURA and Winter Wonderlights.

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Mar 12, 2025
After purchasing tickets, we entered into the premises of the Sovereign Hill, where the gold rush during the mid 19th century is recreated. Near the entrance, we saw people panning in a water strea…Full review by jayaraman2016
Feb 15, 2025
We pre paid ticks was easy to purchase and print or use on the phone lady at the ticket office was very nice the promblem was the bad weather was bad that no one can control was early only few when…Full review by 356pg
Feb 13, 2025
We enjoyed our visit. Was not overly busy. The daytime shows were really good and informative, giving my kids a great perspective on life in the 1800s. The leather keyring making was ok but a bit ove…Full review by tripper77green
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Prices Sovereign Hill Outdoor Museum Entry Adult $39.00 Concession $32.00 Child (5-15 years) - only available when purchased with an Adult, Family or Single Family …
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Prices Sovereign Hill Outdoor Museum Entry Adult $39.00 Concession $32.00 Child (5-15 years) - only available when purchased with an Adult, Family or Single Family Ticket/Pass. Children under 5 years are free. $20.00 Family (2 Adults and up to 4 Children) $99.00 Single Parent Family (1 Adult and up to 3 Children) #TAB# $71.00 *Australian cards only. Cards must be presented. Valid concession cards: Australian Pension, Disability/Carer, Health Care, Sole Parent, Unemployed, Veterans’ Affairs, Australian Student, Companion Card (FOC), ISIC International Student, Australian Seniors Card.
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Answer by Hugary1 · Jan 28, 2022
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Hi are we able to dress up in costume there for the day? Do you provide this service?
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An option to have a photo taken in period costume is available. Part of entry conditions is you are not allowed to dress in your own costume.
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Does anyone know if the costumed photographers can cater for a pregnant woman in their costumes? Can you book …
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Does anyone know if the costumed photographers can cater for a pregnant woman in their costumes? Can you book before the date of attendance, or just on the day?
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You can book your session in advance by calling the studio directly on 03 5337 1128. They can definitely accommodate pregnant visitors with the costumes - they even have …
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You can book your session in advance by calling the studio directly on 03 5337 1128. They can definitely accommodate pregnant visitors with the costumes - they even have costumes for babies or can work with wheelchairs in photos as well.
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What time does the courtesy coach run from Ballarat Station to Sovereign Hill? Is there only one trip a day? How about in …
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What time does the courtesy coach run from Ballarat Station to Sovereign Hill? Is there only one trip a day? How about in May 2020? For the return trip, what time the coach leave Sovereign Hill back to Ballarat Station?
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Hi Vipak V, Currently, we do not have a courtesy bus running from the Ballarat station to Sovereign Hill. There are a number of public buses which will take you direct to Sovereign Hill. …
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Hi Vipak V, Currently, we do not have a courtesy bus running from the Ballarat station to Sovereign Hill. There are a number of public buses which will take you direct to Sovereign Hill. Their timings can be found on the PTV website, just search route to Sovereign Hill - The Sovereign Hill Team
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Are you open on January 1, New Year's? And are there generally more people coming to visit, or less since it is on …
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Are you open on January 1, New Year's? And are there generally more people coming to visit, or less since it is on actual New Year's Day?
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Hi, Yes, we are open on New Year's Day. Sovereign Hill is open everyday of the year, except Christmas Day - The Sovereign Hill Team
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Answer by Sovereign H · Sep 30, 2019
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