Werribee Mansion & Sovereign Hill Full Day Tour
Highlights & inclusions
1. Select date
August 2026
2. Select participants
What you can expect
Step back in time and discover Victoria’s fascinating past on this full-day tour to Werribee Mansion and Sovereign Hill. Departing from Melbourne, travel through the scenic countryside on your way to Werribee Mansion, one of Victoria’s grandest 19th-century estates. Wander through rooms filled with antique furnishings, stroll the gardens, and uncover the old stories of legacy that shaped this heritage landmark. Your morning offers a glimpse into the luxury and lifestyle of early Melbourne.
Continue your journey along the Golden Trail to Sovereign Hill, an authentic re-creation of a 1850s gold mining town. You can try your luck panning for gold at Red Gully Creek, explore underground mine tunnels, and watch live demonstrations of early mining machinery. Next, wander down the main street and meet costumed characters, while being surrounded by old-style shops. Round out the day with a guided town tour of Ballarat, featuring architecture and gardens that tell stories of the newfound wealth. This immersive experience is the perfect blend of history, discovery, and Aussie spirit.
Location
What you need to know
- Return transfers from selected Melbourne City locations
- Access to Werribee Mansion
- Admission to Sovereign Hill
- Informative driver guide
- Air-conditioned coach
- Driver guide gratuities $5 per person (Please pay by cash on the tour).
- This experience is approximately 12 hours in duration.
- This experience includes return transfers from selected Melbourne locations. Please inform the provider of your preference from the "Hotel Pickups" section upon booking.
- 42 Russell Street, Melbourne (In front of Grand Hyatt) - 8.45am
- 287 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne (Between McDonald and Emporium S/C) - 9am
- 601 Lonsdale Street, Melbourne (In front of the Men's Gallery) - 9.15am
- 52 Spencer Street, Melbourne (In front of Great Southern Hotel) - 9.30am
- The itinerary order and duration of visits may be adjusted due to weather, traffic, or other unforeseen circumstances.
- Change your booking up to 48 hours before the start time of your experience
- Changes are not permitted within 48 hours of your experience
- Late arrivals or no shows may result in you forfeiting your experience
- Confirmation in the form of a tour voucher will be received at time of booking
- Upon completion of purchase, please print the voucher and present on day of the experience
- Mobile Vouchers are accepted! Vouchers can also be presented on your mobile device for this attraction
- Availability was accurate at the time of booking however, is subject to change due to circumstances out of our control
- For your information, complete Tour Operator Information including contact details is included on your tour voucher
- We strongly suggest reconfirming your booking with the tour operator within 24 hours of making your booking and prior to making other travel arrangements
