Eureka Centre Ballarat

Lilly's cafe is a good spot for morning tea or a light lunch. I've been there a few times and it has always been good. I haven't been into the rest of the museum.

Little museum about the Eureka Stockade. Great to learn about history of Ballarat other than gold mining.There’s a lake and a nice playground outside the museum. Also a nice cafe within the museum if you want a bite.

Fantastic interpretation from the staff, and well laid out exhibits. But this don’t make up for an almost complete absence of Chinese people and seemingly no mention of the Cronulla Riots. There is also very little discussion in the exhibits of the meaning of democracy, or the democratic process, for a museum of democracy. It feels like a 90s-style presentation. The main reason for visiting would be seeing the flag itself, which is impressive.

I dropped into the Eureka Centre as I'd heard so much about it and I wanted to share it with some school clients. Absolutely worthwhile visiting. At only $6 for a child entry fee, it's excellent value for money.There is plenty to see, with stunningly laid out it has plenty of interactive / educational displays. Viewing the original Eureka flag was quite special to me as a Melbournite. The story that goes along with it is equally interesting.The centre also has a theatre where presentations are given as well.There is a coffee shop available on site, although it wasn't open at the time I was there. THere is a gift shop which has some beautiful items for purchase, especially for tourists.Located just as you drive into Ballarat from the east, it's surrounded by green grass, a playground, toilets nearby and plenty of parking. There are picnic tables and seats and a shelter.This is a must visit when visiting Ballarat. Sovereign Hill is one thing but this is far more intimate, personal and contained into one facility.Highly recommend.

Really nice place to visit with the kids! Learn all about an important part of Australia’s history at the museum and then head to Lilly’s for lunch which has a great view of the gardens outside. Play some board games while you wait for your food to arrive and after filling your tummy, perfect time to check out the playground which has lots of sensory elements for the little ones to explore.

Leaning a important part of our history is highly recommended.

We recently visited on our way to Tasmania and found it quite educational. I'd not taken much notice of the Eureka Stockade story I must confess, but now look at the flag (for example), with different eyes.The education that the flag, was SO much MORE than just a flag associated with some Union...The realisation that it represented the beginning of people, in a vast range of employment" positions

Highlight is seeing the restored flag. Well presented information about the stockade. Only about $6 entry fee if you’re not from the area.

I went here before going to AURA at Sovereign Hill so it was good to get some background on the Eureka Stockade. There wasn't a huge amount on display but it was good value for only $6.