The sun might have set but that doesn’t have to mean the end of your Ballarat adventure.
One of the best things about summer are the balmy evenings, which mean late nights, delicious food and cold brews.
What's not to love about that?!
Here’s some of our top things to do in Ballarat after dark...
Catch a sunset over Lake Wendouree
One of the best places to see the sun set over Ballarat is at Lake Wendouree.
Whether you’re a budding photographer or you simply love a good orange sky, this is one not to miss.
One of the most popular locations to snap a good photo is by the jetty near the Macarthur Street roundabout.
And why not order some takeaway and make an evening of it with the family?
Dine out at a Ballarat hot spot
Ballarat’s dining game is strong, so let the good times roll over a plate of fresh seasonal produce prepared by one of the region’s exceptional chefs.
You’re not short of options in Armstrong Street North, with Roy Hammond, Hop Temple, Grainery Lane, The Forge Pizzeria, Pancho, Meigas and Saigon Allee all located within the same CBD block.
Nearby, there’s also Itinerant Spirits, Mitchell Harris Wine Bar, Aunty Jacks and Renard.
Travel through time at a sound and light show
Immerse yourself in the story of gold at AURA – Sovereign Hill's popular sound and light show.
Hundreds of hi-tech projections follow the creation, discovery and impact of the precious metal both then and now.
Feel the vibrations as stars explode in front of your eyes, watch as the land is transformed by the gold rush, and dive into the chaos of the Eureka Rebellion.
Catch some live music
It doesn’t matter what weekend you’re here, there's bound to be music thundering from one of the city’s popular music venues.
Make a beeline for Volta, Piano Bar and Hop Temple.
Sign up for a ghost tour
Spend an evening exploring the dark and paranormal side of Ballarat with Eerie Tours.
Explore the city's lanes and alleyways and visit the old Ballarat gaol – the site of the most executions in regional Victoria.
Grab a drink or two
You’ll find plenty of liquid gold in Ballarat – and we’re not talking about the kind you need to dig deep to find.
Home to talented winemakers, experimental brewers and distillers and crafty bartenders, you’re spoilt for choice when it comes to finding a good drop of liquor.
For top notch craft beer, check out Hop Temple and Aunty Jacks.
Mitchell Harris, Ellington's Wine Bar and Sip Champagne Bar are where you want to be for the best of the best local wine.
And don't miss CBD distilleries Itinerant Spirits and Grainery Lane for gin, vodka and whiskey made from local grains, herbs, berries and botanicals.
