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  1. General entry to Sovereign Hill in Ballarat, Ballarat1

    1. General entry to Sovereign Hill in Ballarat

    4.4· 150 reviews· Full day

    Full-day admission to Sovereign Hill — coach rides, gold panning, gold pour, and live demonstrations showcase the 1850s gold rush.

    This reconstructed gold mining town from the 1850s offers a range of activities that kept us occupied for over four hours. There is one self-guided mine tunnel included, with another available for an additional fee. The gold panning activity in a gravelly stream might entertain kids for a short time, but it seems rather pointless. I must also point out that the scone I had during the Devonshire tea was the most rubbery I've ever encountered. In general, it seems more suited to children than adults, but it makes for a pleasant half-day outing.Xedos1

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