Sovereign Hill Outdoor Museum

Sovereign Hill is an immersive open-air museum located in Ballarat, Victoria.

Set on a former gold mining site, this award-winning attraction brings the 1850s gold rush era vividly to life, offering you the chance to step back in time and experience Australia’s colonial past in a hands-on and interactive way. Sovereign Hill acknowledges the Wadawurrung People and the Traditional Owners of the land on which it stands and invites guests to refect on the connections between Wadawurrung Country and the people of the Gold Rush.

By day, Sovereign Hill comes alive with activity, whether you’re trying your hand at gold panning in Red Hill Gully, witnessing the dazzling $160,000 gold pour, or taking a ride on a horse-drawn coach. You can explore the underground mines and meet traditional craftspeople through the Hidden Hands experience. There’s also the chance to savour flavours of the past with ‘A Taste of Gold’ or join Indigenous cultural workshops as part of the Connections to Country Indigenous Insights Experience.

As night falls, the AURA sound and light show transforms Sovereign Hill into a mesmerizing multi-sensory journey through space, Dreamtime stories, and the Eureka Rebellion. For a truly immersive experience, enjoy exclusive tours and hands-on activities like sweet making before staying the night in a charming Governor’s room.

Sovereign Hill brings Australia’s gold rush heritage to life, offering you the chance to discover, learn and connect like never before.