Day Trip Getaway

If you want to base yourself in Ballarat and explore what the region has to offer, why not consider some of the options below:

Daylesford: Looking for acclaimed cuisine, award winning day spas, spectacular scenery, natural mineral springs, romantic hideaways, country resorts, historic streetscapes, great entertainment, fabulous art or a game of golf.  Just 40 minutes from Ballarat, Daylesford boasts the highest concentration of mineral springs in the country.  Together with a large array of therapists and holistic health services, provided in conjunction with the mineral springs and spas, ensures the region's long tradition as a place of healing.

Ballarat to Skipton Trail: Whether  you're into wide open grasslands, eucalypt forest, historic bridges and attractive nineteenth century towns or just like a few sheep for company, you'll enjoy this trail.  This 120km round trip trail (from the Ballarat train station) was completely resurfaced in 2008, rendering it smooth and very enjoyable for all levels of cycling skills.

Pyrenees Wine Country: it is no surprise that the Pyrenees mountain range shares it name with the ruggedly beautiful area that divides France and Spain - sweeping vistas, a temperate climate and passion for petanque offer similarities that go way beyond the name.  A southern extension of the Great Dividing Range, the Pyrenees foothills and ranges create a remarkable diversity of microclimates that provide a wealth of variety for winemakers.  The 44 vineyards in the region grow about 25 varieties of grapes, but the Pyrenees' strength and reputation lies in its savoury, spicy reds and in particular, premium cabernet sauvignon.

The Grampians: Enjoy stunning natural attractions, explore national parks, discover Aboriginal heritage and pick up some local wines and farm produce.  Take the car and head deep into the countryside.  Whether navigating the tight, twisty corners of the mountain passes, the dusty bush tracks or the tree lined avenues of the regional centres; you will uncover stunning natural attractions, rich heritage and great food and wine.

Geelong:  With a view over spires and heritage rooftops to the waterfront, Geelong warmly invites you to rediscover a more relaxed lifestyle with all the benefits of a city and nature's playground just minutes away.  Attractions include; the old gaol, the National Wool Museum, the Art Gallery and the beautiful waterfront redevelopment.