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Sovereign Hill, Botanical Gardens & Melbourne Skydeck Bus Tour

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Step back to the Goldrush era at Sovereign Hill, visit the Eureka Centre, see stunning floral displays, finish the day with the best view of Melbourne on the 88th floor of Eureka Tower.

Highlights

Visit the stunning Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Enjoy the beautiful seasonal floral displays in the Conservatory
Take in the tranquility of Lake Wendouree
Step back in time at the famous open air museum Sovereign Hill
Visit the Eureka Centre and learn about the miner’s rebellion
See the spectacular Melbourne Skyline from 88 floors up on Melbourne Skydeck

You will be picked up in air conditioned comfort by an English speaking guide for this small group tour. The first stop will be the stunning Botanical Gardens for a wander amongst the flowers and heritage trees, then visit the picturesque Lake Wendouree. Step back in time to the Gold Rush of 1850 at Sovereign Hill where traditional craft demonstrations and opportunities to pan for Gold await you. Next is the Eureka Centre, historic site of the miner’s rebellion. Your day will finish with the most spectacular view from the Melbourne Skydeck, 88 floors up in the Eureka Tower!

Ballarat Botanical Gardens:

See trees listed on the National Trust Significant Trees Register, wander the conservatory filled with floral displays

Lake Wendouree:

Take a relaxing wander around this beautiful lake, spot some of 166 different wildlife species that call this lake home, including the elegant Black Swans.

Sovereign Hill:

Immerse yourself in the sights, sounds, and smells of an 1850 Goldfields town at the open-air museum Sovereign Hill. Pan for gold, tour underground mines, see demonstrations of traditional crafts such as candle making and blacksmithing, get dressed in traditional clothes* and enjoy a horse and coach ride*, witness the Trooper Musket Firing and so much more! You can buy your own lunch here.

* Entry to Sovereign Hill is covered in this tour, however if you wish to dress up in old fashioned clothing or take a horse coach ride, you will need to book and pay for this upon arrival at Sovereign Hill. NOTE: Subject to Sovereign Hill daily availability.

Eureka Centre:

Learn about the cultural impact of the gold rush and the miner’s rebellion.

Melbourne Skydeck at Eureka Tower:

The Skydeck is the highest viewing attraction in the Southern Hemisphere, a whole 300 metres high! You’ll arrive at the 88th floor via the fastest lift in the Southern Hemisphere taking a mere 38 seconds. With panoramic views of stunning Melbourne and beyond, it’s the perfect way to finish the day.

Itinerary

Ballarat Botanical Gardens
Lake Wendouree
Sovereign Hill
Eureka Centre
Melbourne Skydeck

Adult $189.00

Child $165.00 (4-15)

What's included

All entry and admission fees

Duration

Allow approximately 9 hours for the whole experience

Location

Eureka Tower
7 Riverside Quay
Southbank
Melbourne

Child Friendly

This experience welcomes families with children.

Notes

Entry to Sovereign Hill is covered in this tour, however if you wish to dress up in old fashioned clothing or take a horse coach ride, you will need to book and pay for this upon arrival at Sovereign Hill. NOTE: Subject to Sovereign Hill daily availability..
Infants aged under 3 years old are welcome to attend free of charge providing they do not occupy a seat. If a seat is required for the infant, please purchase a child ticket for them.

Available Bookings from30 Jun to 13 Jul 2026

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Adult$149.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Child$165.00

Adult$149.00 Less than 6 at this price!
Child$165.00

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Child 4-15

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