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AraratArarat offers a wealth of historical sites and buildings that tell many fascinating stories of the area’s gold rush and immigration heritage.

For a fascinating insight into the lives of the Chinese settlers during this bustling era, visit the Gum San Chinese Heritage Centre.

Other places of historical interest include the Langi Morgala Museum, where you can learn more about Ararat’s pre-colonial Aboriginal history through to the lives of early settlers, and J Ward – a chilling bluestone jail that was home to Victoria's criminally insane from 1859 to 1991.

Take a stroll through the town and admire the beautiful buildings that grace the streets, including the Town Hall and Shire Hall in Barkly Street, both built in the late 1800s.

Stop by the Ararat Regional Art Gallery, which houses one of two major contemporary fibre and textile art collections in regional Australia.

Take some time to explore the stunning Alexandra Botanical Gardens which feature a glistening lake, colourful garden beds and a conservatory.

Getting thereFrom Southern Cross Station take the train on the Ballarat line to Ararat; the journey takes approximately two and a half hours.

V/Line also offers bus services linking Ararat with other towns around Victoria.

If you’re travelling from a metropolitan station, you’ll also get free travel on trams, trains and buses. For more information see included metropolitan travel.

Tip: Travelling on V/Line during off-peak times is more convenient and cheaper!

Call us on 1800 800 007, 6am-midnight AEST (+61 3 806 5012 from overseas) with any V/Line enquiries.

Getting around townThe town centre is a short 10 minute walk from the station.

Local busesLocal buses depart Ararat Station regularly. Check the Viclink website for more information.

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