Castlemaine

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Castlemaine which includes street scenes
Castlemaine
Castlemaine which includes a hotel
Castlemaine
Castlemaine

An intriguing enclave of artists’ studios, galleries and cafés selling artisanal food and regional produce, this small Goldfields city is a charming getaway in Victoria.

Epicurean delights, antiques and locally made crafts await discovery behind the Victorian-era façades of Castlemaine, a gold rush city in the heart of Victoria. Get a feel for the small city’s fascinating heritage by walking down its wide streets, dotted with ornate establishments that date back over 100 years. Stop by artists’ studios and galleries selling unique items, such as ceramics, textiles, paintings and jewellery.

Start your trip in Castlemaine at the Visitor Information Centre, located within the historic Castlemaine Market Building. Here, you can pick up brochures detailing different parts of the city or embark on a walking tour with a hired audio guide. Stroll around Lyttleton Street and Mostyn Street to find a collection of stately historic buildings. Nearby, find the tall Burke and Wills Monument, a structure that honours the two frontier explorers who died traversing the outback in 1861. Take in views of Castlemaine’s surroundings from this hilltop monument. Don’t miss the Castlemaine Art Gallery and Historical Museum to see a collection of artworks by Australian and international artists.

After a long day exploring art galleries and antique stores, stop for a meal in one of Castlemaine’s high-quality restaurants. Serving fresh produce with award-winning olive oil, cheeses and preserves from the region, Castlemaine has a rightful place on every Victorian foodie’s map. Many of Castlemaine’s restaurants also stock a selection of excellent local wines.

Catch a film, performance or recital at the city’s Theatre Royal, Australia’s oldest continuously operating theatre. Join the locals at the Wesley Hill Community Market every Saturday and peruse locally crafted items and farmers’ produce.

Castlemaine’s Botanical Gardens offer a serene landscape where you can relax in the grass or stroll around the lake. Visit the Castlemaine Diggings National Heritage Park to bushwalk, spot bird species and check out goldmining relics.

Reach Castlemaine in approximately 90 minutes by car from Melbourne, Victoria’s capital city. The regional V/Line railway service from Melbourne to Bendigo also stops in Castlemaine. Within the city, catch local buses or climb aboard the Victorian Goldfields Railway to experience the historic passage to Maldon via Muckleford.

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments
Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments
3 out of 5
252 Barker St, Castlemaine, VIC
The price is S$124 per night from 24 Jul to 25 Jul
S$124
24 Jul - 25 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Castlemaine. Enjoy free breakfast, free WiFi, and free parking. Popular attractions Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station ...
7.8/10 Good! (144 reviews)
"Very comfortable bedding, needing an up date, no heating in the bathroom."

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments
Castle Motel
Castle Motel
3 out of 5
1 Duke St, Castlemaine, VIC
The price is S$117 per night from 22 Jul to 23 Jul
S$117
22 Jul - 23 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 3-star motel in Castlemaine. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8/10 Very Good! (262 reviews)
"Loved having the electric blanket!"

Reviewed on 8 Jul, 2025

Castle Motel
Hotel Bellinzona Daylesford
Hotel Bellinzona Daylesford
4.5 out of 5
77 Main Road, Hepburn Springs, VIC
The price is S$190 per night from 14 Jul to 15 Jul
S$190
14 Jul - 15 Jul
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this 4.5-star luxury hotel in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (986 reviews)
"Fabulous old world vibe. Our room was small, but good value for the price, and we could use all the lovely facilities"

Reviewed on 30 Jun, 2025

Hotel Bellinzona Daylesford
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Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas
Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas
4 out of 5
3 Forest Avenue, Hepburn Springs, VIC
Stay at this 4-star spa vacation home in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a full-service spa. Popular attractions Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa ...
8.2/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
"The layout in a linear condo style made it spacious with all you’d need with kitchen, bed area and bathroom spa. Bed was big an comfortable with a gas log fire that kept the place very warm. Good location near spa centre but private. A short drive into Daylesford. Could do with some good ground coffee ..."

Reviewed on 6 Jul, 2025

Hepburn Bathhouse & Spa Villas
A-line Holiday Park
A-line Holiday Park
3.5 out of 5
5615 Calder Highway, Big Hill, VIC
Stay at this 3.5-star campground in Bendigo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lansell Plaza Shopping Centre and Charcoal Gully ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (475 reviews)
"the cabin was quiet, clean, very well equipped, comfortable bed. lovely bush setting with delightful birdsong. It's on the main road, but well off it and we ( in two nights) didn't hear any traffic at all."

Reviewed on 7 Jul, 2025

A-line Holiday Park
Hepburn Springs Accommodation
Hepburn Springs Accommodation
3 out of 5
16 Forest Ave, Hepburn Springs, VIC
Stay at this 3-star vacation home in Hepburn Springs. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Hepburn Mineral Springs Reserve and Hepburn ...
9.8/10 Exceptional! (29 reviews)
Recommend Villa No. 1
"The villa is located on the edge of the jungle, very quiet and you can see wild animals. The hotel is close to the hot spring center and can be reached by walking. The villa is beautifully decorated, comfortable and very clean. The hotel staff is very friendly. If I go again in the future, I will ..."

Reviewed on 8 May, 2025

Hepburn Springs Accommodation
Lowest nightly price found within the past 24 hours based on a 1 night stay for 2 adults. Prices and availability subject to change. Additional terms may apply.

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