Local attractions and activities
Use Ararat as your base when touring the wide variety of attractions that the region has to offer. The city provides a diverse range of cultural, natural and historical attractions. Glance into the past at the notorious J-Ward Goal and the Langi Morgala Museum. Discover Ararat’s gold heritage at the Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre.
Amber through the beautiful Alexandra Gardens – a botanical haven with many interesting features including the walk-in fernery, Orchid House, the lake and Chinese themed island.
Visit the Ararat Gallery that holds one of the major contemporary fibre and textile art collections in Australian regional galleries.
Take in the spectacular 360-degree views from Ararat’s One Tree Hill Lookout.
Ararat offers a wide range of dining experiences from the Vines Café & Bar (Listed in The Age Good Food Guide 2003), Nectar Ambrosia, Sicilian's Restaurant and a range of national take away food outlets.
The region also boasts some of the world’s most renowned wines. Meet the winemakers as you travel throughout the Grampians and Pyrenees wine regions.
Other places of interest include:
- YMCA heated indoor pool, spa, squash court and gym
- Bush walking, camping, four wheel driving in the Grampians National Park, Mount Cole State Forest, Mount Buangor State Park and Mount Langi Ghiran State Park
- Ararat Performing Arts Centre
- Tours of Aradale, one of Victoria’s largest Asylums
- Blue Duck Bistro and Cafe
- Namaskaar Indian Restaurant
- Ararat Regional Art Gallery
- Nectar Ambrosia Cafe, Bar and Restaurant
- Links Retreat Bed and Breakfast
- Chalambar Golf Club
- Kaye Poyner Beauty Therapy and Day Spa
- Lawn Bowls Clubs
- Gaming Venues
- Ararat Railway Heritage Museum
- J-Ward Gaol
- Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre
- NMIT Australian Wine Centre
- Time for Fun – childrens activities
- Water skiing and water activities at Green Hill Lake
- Tennis
- Fishing
- Grampians Soaring Club and scenic Joy flights
- Regional shopping centre
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