THE 15 BEST Things to Do in Bendigo
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Central Deborah Gold Mine, Bendigo Art Gallery, Historic Sites, Gardens. For personalised recommendations, try our AI trip-planning product.
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Private and Luxuryfromper adultAU$508
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0 reviewsfromper adultAU$468- fromper adultAU$100
- fromper adultAU$335
Cultural Toursfromper adultAU$50- fromper adultAU$60
Day Tripsfromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$1,750
Wine Making Workshopsfromper adultAU$100
Day Tripsfromper adultAU$285- fromper adult (price varies by group size)AU$395
Historical gold mine with guided underground tours to 412 metres deep and surface displays, including gold panning and hands-on activities for an educational insight into miner's lives.
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Points of Interest & Landmarks
Monumental stupa amid tranquil gardens, showcasing a 2.5m jade Buddha and a collection of Asian sacred relics. Features include a walking trail and cultural teaching spaces.
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Monuments & Statues
Historic mine showcasing ancestral endeavors, paired with a cathedral renowned for its impressive architecture, rich history, and serene ambiance. Nearby lookout provides panoramic views.
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Historical Chinese museum with artifacts like the Jade Carriage and Imperial Dragons amid serene gardens. Features include a Guan Yin Temple and cultural insights into the local Chinese community.
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Centrally located in a historic post office, this visitor centre is a hub for local insights, showcasing arts, crafts, and food items, set within grand architecture.
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Pottery complex intertwining traditional and contemporary styles, showcasing an array of items amidst historic kilns and a charming antiques market. Includes a café and local wine gallery.
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- Curious517984591191 contributionGreat tour and experience. The guide Jas was knowledgeable. Overall would highly recommend.- with high risk comes high reward!Written 15 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- kangachickAustralia173 contributionsThe design of the gardens and architecture are as good as the well curated art found inside. A thoroughly enjoyable couple of hours.Written 6 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- geoffdemanserWarrnambool, Australia768 contributionsWe took a stroll through the Stupa and surrounding area.
It’s interesting and there’s lots to read and look at.
Worth checking out if you’re in Bendigo.Written 2 November 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - TravellerMelbourne, Australia17,563 contributionsMy wife and I visited this Cathedral on a Sunday afternoon during our recent holiday in Bendigo where we stayed for 2 nights in a Resort.
This is the third largest Cathedral in Australia and reflects the wealth that Bendigo had accumulated during the Gold Rush era.
We have been to many Cathedrals across Europe, America and Canada.Written 2 April 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - Angus CBrisbane, Australia1 contributionI was very fortunate to be guided through the museum by one of the volunteers, Adrian who is a 4th generation Chinese Australian. He is very passionate about his heritage and was able to share great detail on the artefacts in the display, some of which are the only of their kind. His enthusiasm and knowledge made this a highlight of my trip through the Victorian GoldfieldsWritten 7 January 2025This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Greg H406 contributionsRosalind park is definitely a jewel in the crown in Bendigo. Right in the heart of town you will find this magnificent, award wining, green space. A walk along the sealed paths you will be able to recharge your 'batteries' Well worth a visit.Written 18 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jorge DMelbourne, Australia9 contributionsIt is a Beautiful, fancy and relaxing park where you can spend some time with your family and pets. Great place to spend the day during summer.Written 14 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Merelyne BEchuca, Australia52 contributionsAfter recently moving to Bendigo we enjoyed a a stroll through the Botanical gardens on Sunday morning , surprises in every corner and loads nooks and crannies, bbq areas , playground and gras to sit around on , this is surely the jewel in Bendigo crown , there is even a cafe for breakfast or lunch , kids can ride bikes or scooters , you can have a picnic and there are plenty of amenities, close to the football ground and the Bot pub if you want to go for a sit down lunch , also takeaway close by if want to eat in the parkWritten 30 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Jeffry bEssendon, Australia13,736 contributionsThe Bendigo Visitors Centre is a useful place to find your way around Bendigo, The Bendigo Visitors Centre is located in a period building in Pall Mall, in the center of the city. The staff are very knowledgeable and always ready to help you. Bendigo has many attractions, many of them are within walking distance of the city center.Written 13 June 2023This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Megsy13Melbourne, Australia289 contributionsThis is the second tour we have done of Fortuna, and it was fabulous to get a different perspective. The previous tour was in 2016 and not all of the areas were open at that time.
The place itself and the history of the Lansells is absolutely fascinating. You cannot imagine the wealth without doing the tour. It’s utterly mind-blowing.
The high tea was very nice, but the group was too large to comfortably support the tour. The high tea is now set across 2 rooms, and when the owner starts talking to the whole group from the other room, half the group cannot hear. Likewise, when the (excellent) tour guide is talking, many of the group can’t fit into the room or hear what is being talked about. We missed many pieces of information because of this, and numerous other guests were talking about this also. The previous tour we did was half the size, and much more manageable.
The other part that was quite crass was the advertising all over the place for the subdivision of the property the owner is doing - not at all in keeping with the property. I hope the development isn’t similarly obtrusive.
Despite this, it’s definitely worthwhile doing the tour, if only for the insight into the sort of money that most of us can’t even dream about!Written 28 May 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews. - MobilekiwiDunedin, New Zealand136 contributionsLarge pottery producing straightforward stoneware of designs that feel good under the hand, and not unreasonably priced. Shares a site with a glass-worker, a wine merchant, a sculptor and other artistic enterprises. A nice way to spend a sunny June afternoon.Written 19 June 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
- Lena M1 contributionThe heritage building and Honour Rolls are stunning but the true gems are hidden inside - the permanent exhibits are well presented and there was an incredible temporary exhibition called ‘Ink in the Lines’ on that explores the stories of service members tattoos and the meanings behind them. Highly recommend this Museum to locals and visitors alike!Written 18 December 2024This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of Tripadvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on reviews.
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