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Tickets & Passes

Start your journey below by selecting your ticket type. You’ll be directed to our booking system to select a date for your adventure. We recommend everyone pre-book online, including babies, to secure you spot and avoid disappointment.
Young girl patting two harnessed horses before a horse-drawn coach ride at Sovereign Hill.
General Admission

General Admission

General Admission tickets are available for everyday visits throughout the year, except during Winter Wonderlights.
Adult from
$52.50
At Sovereign Hill, a man and boy capture a joyful selfie while gold panning along a sunlit creek, surrounded by other visitors engaged in the hands-on activity. Historic gold rush-era buildings line the background under a bright blue sky, highlighting the interactive, family-friendly charm of Sovereign Hill’s living history experience.

VIP Rebellion Pass

Step off the beaten track on a VIP experience for those who dare to do things differently.
Adult from
$102.50
Winter Wonderlights

Locals Pass

Why visit once when you can come back all year? For the same price as a Winter Wonderlights day ticket, the Locals Pass offers unlimited visits for 12 months, including Wonderlights.
Adult from
$77.50
Boy and man playing

Annual Pass

12 months entry plus great discounts, all for less than the price of three visits.
Adult from
$125.00
A family enjoys gold panning together at Sovereign Hill, guided by a costumed interpreter, a fun, hands-on adventure included with the Pioneer Pass Family ticket. Perfect for exploring the gold rush era through immersive, interactive history at Sovereign Hill.

Pioneer Pass

Free entry for Ballarat locals aged 70+ all year round
AURA

AURA

Additional to ticketFrom a place you know comes a story you don’t — AURA explores the creation, discovery and impact of gold, the precious metal then and now.
Adult from
$45.00
Mannequin on display

Fashion Collection Tour

Additional to ticketGet up close with treasures from the fashion and textiles collection rarely seen by the public.
Adult from
$25.00
Dragon head art work

Chinese Cultural Collection Tour

Additional to ticketMeet Loong, the oldest processional dragon in Australia and discover other hidden gems.
Adult from
$25.00
Painting

Treasures from the Collection Tour

Additional to ticketFrom rebels to elders, discover the people and stories that define Ballarat and beyond.
Adult from
$25.00

Add on activities & events

At Sovereign Hill we don’t stand still as our programs, events and special celebrations are constantly changing. If you’re a first-time visitor there’s more to do than you think and if you’ve been before, there’s always more to discover.

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Discover what’s on and upcoming events at Sovereign Hill

Discover what’s happening at Sovereign Hill today and what’s coming up next. From live gold-rush demonstrations and underground mine tours to seasonal programs, night-time experiences and special events, there is always something new to explore. Check the daily schedule, plan your visit and make the most of every moment.

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Help support Sovereign Hill

By supporting Sovereign Hill, you help preserve a place where history is lived, not just told. Every contribution helps us care for our heritage site and continue the important work we do in conservation, education and storytelling.

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