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The Victorian Goldfields are the legacy from the discovery of gold in Victoria's central region in the 1800s. The townships include Avoca, Ballarat, Bendigo, Castlemaine, Clunes, Creswick, Dunolly, Maldon, Maryborough and Heathcote. It is an area rich in history with much of the past wealth on display especially in the Victorian streetscapes of Bendigo and Ballarat. The great hotels and public buildings show off the past wealth of these rural cities. There are still many original shopfronts and miners' cottages in townships such as Maldon, Castlemaine and Dunolly. The Victorian Goldfields are a great way to explore our gold rush history. There are still several mines to explore including Sovereign Hill and the Central Deborah Gold Mine, as well as learning from the Eureka Centre and the Ballarat Gold Museum. Although Ballarat and Bendigo are the largest regions the smaller townships have plenty to offer including beautiful streetscapes, heritage architecture and wonderful attractions. Why not fit more than one town on your day out or stay in several over a week. |
Goldfields Hotel Accommodation Best Buys Set off the road on a quiet location on 2 acres of rose gardens, The Gold Sovereign Motor Inn is AAA rated with a wide range of rooms to accommodate most needs. Guest can either choose to do as little or as much as necessary, with a fully licensed restaurant offering a very tasty menu selection (Bookings Essential). We also have on offer a specials meal deal. Bendigo McIvor Motor Inn & Lotus Convention Centre is located in McIvor Road, approximately 600 metres from the edge of CBD. We pride ourselves on attention to detail and offer guests a warm and friendly welcome. Accommodation: 20 quiet,refurbished quality ground floor suites. FREE AUSTAR T.V. and BROADBAND Access. Including, twin and family suites. Chilled bubbles & chocolates in your room on arrival. Watch the sun set over the trees & lakes from our terraces. All rooms have i-pod docking station & DVD player. Rates are based on 2 people. Minimum of 2 night stay. Maximum occupancy is 2 people. Bedding configuration is 1 queen bed. |
 BallaratBallarat is Victoria's second largest regional centre and only around 75 minutes drive from Melbourne. Over 84,000 people live in this vibrant rural city. Major attractions include the Begonia Festival (held each year at Lake Wendouree in March), Sovereign Hill and the Eureka Stockade. After taking a tram ride around the lake or a paddle boat ride on it visitors can stroll through the beauty of Ballarat's Botanical Gardens. |
 BendigoWith restored Victorian-era architecture dating back to the "Gold Rush" Bendigo is abundant with sandstone buildings, 100 year old gardens and large shade trees. The first thing you notice is the tree lined streets and amazing buildings leading you to the central Alexandra Fountain. Trams still operate in Bendigo and you won't want to miss out on a "talking tram tour". |
 CastlemaineCastlemaine offers a vibrant country town with every modern convienience. Castlemaine maintains its beautiful heritage buildings while offering a contempory lifestyle with movies, theatres, supermarkets, cafes, restaurants and shops galore. The Castlemaine Gaol is now a venue for visitors offering food, accommodation, conferencing and even weddings. |
 CreswickThe historic township of Creswick is located on the Midland Highway. Offering architecture dating back to the goldfields Creswick is a splendour of cafes and speciality shops surrounded by natural and pine plantation forests. With a swimming pool, spring fed lake, golf course and bush walking trails in every direction, its a great place to take the kids. |
 DaylesfordDaylesford is a little over an hour from Victoria's capital in the Central Highlands. The region is known as spa country as over 70% of Victoria's mineral water comes from this area. Daylesford is a haven for massage, spa and indulgence. Daylesford and Hepburn Springs are reputed to have more massage and beauty therapists in one location than anywhere else in Australia. |
 MaldonMaldon is like stepping 100 years into the past. Maldon was the first Victorian town to be classified by the National Trust. Wide verandahs, large shade trees, flagstone paving and original style shop fronts provide a steetscape that will make you feel like you are walking through the past. Yabbie pies are the specialty of this town so take some time out to sit down and enjoy, as they are a rare treat. |
 MaryboroughMaryborough is located around 160 km north-west of Melbourne via the Calder and Pyranees Highways. Originally a goldmine township it is now the home to over 8,000 people. Attractions include The Railway Station made famous by Mark Twain's comment 'a railway station with a town attached' which now houses the Antique Emporium, Worsley Cottage the Midlands Historical Society, Central Goldfields Art Gallery, the Maryborough Flour Mill Gallery and Phillips Gardens. |