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Sovereign Hill acknowledges the Wadawurrung people as the Traditional custodians of the land on which we operate. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present, and to all of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people who live and work on Wadawurrung Country. We acknowledge their unceded sovereignty over Wadawurrung Country, and the ongoing hardship and trauma as a result of colonisation. The history and continuous culture of the Wadawurrung people is an important part of our shared story.

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We are open to the general public 6 days a week, Tuesday to Sunday from 10am to 5pm.
We will be open everyday for the Victorian summer school holidays.

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There’s a lot to do at Sovereign Hill so make sure you check out all the amazing activities we have on.

AURA Experiences

From a place you know comes a story you don’t — AURA explores the creation, discovery and impact of the precious metal then and now.

Available 6 nights a week (Mon-Sat) as well as ﻿every night during Victorian school holidays.

Purchase separate tickets using the link below.

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AURA is an immersive 90-minute theatre experience using amazing projection technology, that follows gold from its creation through to its 
colonial discovery, right up until the current day. 

 Visitors will be taken through three different theatres to explore the science of gold, the local Wadawurrung link to gold, and the impact of the gold 
rush on our town and the present day. This includes the stories of Bunjil and the Eureka Rebellion, among others. 
 
 Transporters are used to move betweent the theatres, partly outdoors as well as indoors. Short distances of walking are required. 
 
 Arrive at least 15 minutes before your show time to check in and be seated in the first theatre. 
 
 Please note that Aura is a completely separate experience to the Winter Wonderlights school holiday special program.

High Tea Winter Menu

Take afternoon tea to the next level with a high tea session at our 1850s homestead, Narmbool.

High Tea at Narmbool

Gold Rush Collection 90

We're unveiling iconic looks and styles from across time.

Back of House Collections Tour: Fashion & Textiles

There are a range of immersive activities happening all the time at Sovereign Hill, most
of which are included in your ticket to the Outdoor Museum.

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Confectionery Demonstration

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Redcoat Soldiers

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Bowling

Make the most of your Sovereign Hill visit by staying at our on-site hotel. With the gold rush just metres from your modern hotel room, the Sovereign Hill Hotel is the perfect base to explore the outdoor museum, Ballarat and beyond.

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Unwrap the magic of Sovereign Hill with gift vouchers to spark curiosity, wonder, and joy. Includes Sovereign Hill tickets, AURA Sound and Light Show, and annual passes for year-round access to unforgettable events and activities.

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Welcome Nugget Replica Landscape

Learn more about the amazing discovery of The Welcome Nugget.

The Story of the Welcome Nugget

Gold Rush Collection 83

The brand new Australian Centre for Gold Rush Collections isn't your usual museum experience

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