The Victorian Goldfields: Australia’s Gold Rush History

Discover the Victorian Goldfields, where gold rush tales come alive. Visit Bendigo, Ballarat, and heritage sites full of Australia’s rich history and charm. The Victorian Goldfields lie roughly between Ballarat, Rushworth, Wedderburn and Stawell. If you’re keen to dive into Australia’s rich gold mining history visiting The Victorian Goldfields is a top-notch way to spend a few days. Located in central Victoria this region is packed with old mining towns and historic buildings. It has some of the best preserved sites from the 1850s gold rush. Back in the day, people flocked here from all over the world, hoping to strike it rich. While the gold may be harder to come by now the stories and relics left behind are pure gold for anyone curious about Australia’s past. Whether you’re wandering the streets of Ballarat and Bendigo or panning for gold yourself. The Goldfields bring history to life in a way that’s hands on, interesting, and fun.

Streetscape In Clunes VIC

Historic Clunes A Great Base To Explore The

We based ourselves at historic Clunes for our two weeks exploring the Victorian goldfields. It's very central to all of the goldfields destinations...
American Hotel Creswick Victoria

Creswick Victoria Historical Town In VIC

We visited Creswick Victoria a few times while staying in Clunes. There are lots of things to do and explore in Creswick VIC. You could easily spend a...
The Gallows

J-Ward We Visit And Learn It’s

Within the town of Ararat in VIC Australia the imposing stone structure known as J-Ward stands as a silent sentinel to a bygone era. This historic...
Aradale Lunatic Asylum Front Gates Featured Image

Our Aradale Asylum Ghost Tour Experience

This historic institution nestled in the heart of Victoria, Australia, holds a dark and haunting history that has captivated thrill-seekers and...
Ellis The Drapers Steiglitz Built In 1850s

Discover Steiglitz: A Victorian Gold Rush Town

Nestled in the heart of Victoria's picturesque gold rush region Steiglitz is a hidden gem just waiting to be discovered. This charming town with its...
Amanda At Steiglitz Courthouse

We Explored The Victorian Goldfields

We visited many iconic locations on this epic 2 week road trip. Towns we will visit include Clunes, Ballarat, Bendigo, Rushworth, Whroo, Maryborough...