victoria - 101 Must Do's - travel

107 Joke

Aug 5th, 2008 at 9:56 pm

whe are from holland and whe are two times beeing there beatiffull
the last time whe where there in januari 2008
whit oure grandchilderen whe found some gold
its a place whe are never forget so great
next time whe are in aussie land
whe are sure going to sovereign hill
bye bye fore now

106 Rosalind Richardson

Aug 5th, 2008 at 11:01 am

I love Soverign Hill my Mother lives just down the road so we have been a few times taking my Brother from England once a few years ago it still has the power to transport you back in time no matter how many times you go and at night the blood on the southern cross is a must see even on a cold night it is really interesting just love it

105 L.Dalton

Aug 3rd, 2008 at 12:57 am

We visited Ballarat’s ‘Sovereign Hill ‘, many moons ago with our two children, (who are now in their 30’s ). I will never forget the expressions on their faces of excitement and anticipation of what they were going to experience next. Staff in period costumes, who were very engaging with all visitors, made the experience so much more authentic . I truly felt we had stepped back in time . Panning for gold nuggets was so exciting ! .The beautiful aroma of pies and pastries wafting from the bakery yummy !.The lollie shop with its jars of colourful sweets, lined up on the counter ,It was hard to choose which to try !. The photographic studio, where you could have your own family portrait in period clothing.The old school room where you could experience a lesson in writing with ink and pen of the time. So much to see and do, Wonderful memories of those visits. We have just become grandparents for the first time and I cannot wait to take our grandson to experience the sights, sounds,and aromas of the bakery and lollie shop ! . I would recommend a visit To Ballarat’s ‘Sovereign Hill’ to all tourists !.

104 Elise Watson

Aug 2nd, 2008 at 3:41 pm

Ab fab. Even better in winter on a semi-rainy day, virtually no one there. Like being transported back in time.

103 Alice

Aug 1st, 2008 at 11:20 am

Each time I go to Sovereign Hill they have a new attraction, so it is always worth a return visit

102 W.F.Burgess

Jul 25th, 2008 at 10:44 am

Sovereign Hill Shows visitors the hardships, the lifestyle, that our forefathers experienced in building the Australia Culture, the Australian Character, that we are so proud of today.
It shows the the period that formed the foundation stones of this Great Australian Country and Culture.

101 Paul

Jul 23rd, 2008 at 8:22 pm

Sovereign Hill isn’t just an interesting place to look at old stuff. The best thing about it is the actors who are “living” the 1850’s. So you’re not just looking at history - you are there!

100 Sue Westwood

Jul 23rd, 2008 at 6:20 pm

Love the character and characters of the place. There were plenty of activities for everyone. A great weekend’s activity

99 Kurt

Jul 23rd, 2008 at 11:28 am

I am usually loath to go to anything designated a ‘tourist destination’, but Sovereign Hill proved me wrong. It is so much more, like a slice of history come to life! Keep up the great work Sovereign Hill!

98 Sam

Jul 23rd, 2008 at 9:21 am

Always a great day out, so many interesting things to do and see. A top day for the family!

97 Margaret Staples

Jul 22nd, 2008 at 5:26 pm

Always a wonderful interesting and exciting place to visit, makes for a great day out. I love the authenticity of everything.

96 Peter

Jul 22nd, 2008 at 3:04 pm

The experience of the school holiday program was one of an ever lasting effect on my Grand Children they had a great time coming down the snow shute and in the Candle makers, however nothing was better than panning for Gold and getting some.

95 Paul

Jul 22nd, 2008 at 10:36 am

As an employee of Nicholson Construction who have built many a project @ Sovereign Hill & a parent taking my family along i can say that it makes for a great day out

94 Frances

Jul 21st, 2008 at 11:36 pm

A great day out for any age. You are totally swept away and experience what life was really like back in the gold rush days.

93 Ruth Dunn

Jul 21st, 2008 at 3:01 pm

Because it is a great re creation of the Gold Rush and you can spend all day there exploring.

92 Squiz

Jul 21st, 2008 at 2:47 pm

A fantastic family day trip or better still stay the night and see the Sound and light show. Watch that gold fever doesn’t get you while panning for gold!

91 William Dobson

Jul 21st, 2008 at 2:33 pm

True Replica of our Golden Past.Best one in Australia by far.

90 Andrew

Jul 18th, 2008 at 10:22 pm

Recreated history at its best. Sovereign Hill sets the standard for others to follow. Attention to detail like no other.

89 Lee Barker

Jul 18th, 2008 at 7:09 pm

A great historical museum. I had been before but it was still great. The staff were always willing to talk to us about the history. I was disappointed that I could spend more time there. I will be back.

88 Leonie

Jul 16th, 2008 at 12:54 pm

Its fantastic to keep our history alive and hands on for the upcoming generations. To tell them about how things were is one thing, but for them to see, feel and experience first hand the reality of how things are is precious. Sovereign Hill has done that to perfection

87 Lee

Jul 16th, 2008 at 12:28 pm

A quality experience that is value for money. An all day adventure made more enjoyable by the costumed staff and volunteers.

86 Gabriella

Jul 13th, 2008 at 10:10 pm

We are lucky to have the opportunity to step back into the 1850’s and get a taste of what it was like to live in this “gold rush” community. To learn what these miners had to endure, made us appreciate our living and working conditions.
All the information about Eureka Stockade is at our fingertips, but nothing beats being there for the re-enactment!

85 paul

Jul 13th, 2008 at 6:07 pm

every one has to do blood on the southern cross lazer and light show we had the most fun time learning all about the gold rush.FANTASTIC experience

84 Betrh Evans

Jul 13th, 2008 at 3:03 pm

What a fantastic place to totaly immerse yourself in the good old days.The food ,costumes and transport to the fun street theatre .I loved it and so did my kids.Its one of those places that is age defying.From the gold panning to the night time laser light show I would 100%reccommend this place.

83 Vicky

Jul 12th, 2008 at 5:46 pm

It is such a great place for every age group of the family - even grandma enjoyed it. We will be going back again definately.

82 Jody Craig

Jul 11th, 2008 at 5:44 pm

Soverign hill is an experience for the kids that you cant get anywhere else, the snow magic just topped of our visit.

81 Marita Cassar

Jul 10th, 2008 at 7:18 pm

What a wonderful winter wonderland Soverein Hill was today. The “Blackbeard the pirate” pantomine was such a great relief to tired feet and great entertainment for young and old. And panning is fun and addictive no matter what the weather’s like.

80 Tanya

Jul 10th, 2008 at 7:21 am

Fun for the whole family
Kids can enjoy a fun packed day without a computer toy in sight

79 Angela

Jul 9th, 2008 at 10:53 pm

A day at Sovereign Hill is fun and exciting for all ages, from the horse and carrige rides to panning for gold, it is like stepping back into the 1850’s. A great experience to see and learn about the life of our pioneers. A great day out for the young and old!

78 Ella Carroll

Jul 8th, 2008 at 6:33 pm

I love sovereign hill because me and my primary school went there and we loved it.
And this week there’s SNOW!!!
i cant wait to go again with my family!!!!!!

77 david

Jul 8th, 2008 at 4:19 pm

A fulsome day out both learning and enjoying an important part of our history and culture.. it’s informative, tasty and fun!

76 Steve Crocker

Jul 8th, 2008 at 10:41 am

I’m not racist - I love Sovereigners!
History comes alive at this Time Machine of a place.
And the pace is certainly not Rushed!
A really pleasant and informative experience.

75 Julie

Jul 6th, 2008 at 9:17 pm

“Rush boys, Rush.
Rush to Sovereign Hill”
But I think the ad should now sing “Rush boys and girls” Either way, do drop in as it’s so much FUN. I especially liked the lolly shop and the bowling alley.

74 franki

Jul 6th, 2008 at 7:53 pm

today we took 2 grandchildren and our 9 year old daughter to sovereign hill and we all had a fantastic time i dont think there are many places these days that can cater for everyone like they do.

73 fiona nuske

Jul 6th, 2008 at 11:25 am

Sovereign hill is a great place for familys there is so much to do with gold panning, lollie shop, school and old time ten pin bowling, and with my childrens ages of 14,12 and 8 months there is something for everyone to do, we really enjoyed the real snow this year and it made for a magical experience.

72 Dianne Towers

Jul 5th, 2008 at 9:46 pm

I love Sovereign Hill! I went once while a student and I always wanted to stay there over night! Eventually I booked through RACV to stay over night with my husband and 3 young children, and we had a fantastic time. That was over 7 years ago, so we are booked in to do another overnight stay there next week! I can’t wait!

71 Jane

Jul 3rd, 2008 at 8:59 pm

There is something for everyone; from the history buff to the child who can’t sit still. At times you really feel like you’ve been transported back in time.

70 Jazamyne

Jul 3rd, 2008 at 1:41 am

I think Sovereign Hill is an amazing magical experience for anyone of any age. You feel alive and part of the atmosphere. It is so much fun and educational at the same time! I can’t wait to go back with my new bub and let her experience the magic!

69 HowardM

Jul 2nd, 2008 at 6:29 pm

A world class outdoor / indoor historical museum and living history experience, entertaining, informative and full of atmosphere, the closest most of us will get to time travel! The dedicated and enthusiatic full-time and volunteer staff always strive to ensure that everyone visiting has a never-to-be forgotten plunge into the sights, sounds, smells and lifestyle of the goldrush days. A top class, must see attraction - allow a full day to take it all in. Visitors should also make sure to include the Gold Museum opposite Sovereign Hill, included in the entry fee. Packages are also available to include on-site overnight accomodation, and the “Blood on the Southern Cross” sound and light show, relating the story of the Eureka Stockade.

68 Ness

Jul 2nd, 2008 at 5:50 pm

Its the best place to go ever!!! It shows you how its was in those GOLD RUSH DAYS!!! And at the same time theres a lollie shop and bakery. YOu also learn heaps from it!! The snow they have is really cool!!! My kids love it!

67 michael

Jul 2nd, 2008 at 10:45 am

Sovereign Hill is a fine example of quality AND quantity. The park can take many visits to see the many minor attentions to detail that goes into the overall effect.

You don’t need to have children to enjoy yourself - it is fascinating for both big and small.

And you can’t help but get excited by finding a little speck of gold.

66 Pete

Jul 1st, 2008 at 9:06 pm

Sovereign Hill is one of the top attractions over the school holidays with all the snow in the main St and the great variety of things for families on school holidays.
The food and the attention to detail by staff has been a great help in keeping the young ones enthused during the day.

65 Vivian Axelson

Jul 1st, 2008 at 2:19 pm

Sovereign Hill captures the importance of the gold digging in that area with attention to the lifestyle,living conditions and sacrifices made by the gold diggers and their families to try and strike it rich!

64 Maria

Jun 30th, 2008 at 3:07 pm

I recall when I was about 12 going to Sovereign Hill with my school & thoroughly enjoying it. I went again with my husband just after we were married & now we’re taking my daughter for her birthday.

She doesn’t know where we’re going yet, but I know she’s going to love it as I did when I was a kid!

63 Craig Atkins

Jun 30th, 2008 at 1:28 pm

Still a great place to go for the kids

62 faye

Jun 29th, 2008 at 7:28 pm

Soverign Hill is a step back in time. An opportunity for everyone to really see how things were for our pioneers. Absolutely fabulous tourist attraction.

61 Debbie

Jun 27th, 2008 at 6:24 pm

I love Sovereign Hill because it takes me back to when I was in primary school.I used to love going on the excursions and make believing that I was part of the town and lived exactly like everyone there. Everyone was so friendly that it really made me believe that I belonged. Now, it is my childrens turn to experience the fantastic and fasinating Sovereign Hill. And learn about our history in a fun way.

60 Kathy

Jun 27th, 2008 at 1:43 pm

Soverign Hill is a great lasting experiance. Its something l remember being excited about when visiting with my family as a kid. Now as a parent it is still a fantastic family activity to take the kids to. Not only is it educational but the kids absolutely love it. It always changes with different themes to match the school holidays. It has something for everyone, young and old.

59 Nicki Wilson

Jun 27th, 2008 at 12:41 pm

Soverign Hill is great for the whole family of all ages. There is always something new and exciting awaiting.

58 SH.MALONE.

Jun 24th, 2008 at 2:24 am

I had searched lots of the photoes and trip log from internet, i like fantastic trip so much, Soverign Hill should be the best one for my next trip.

57 Josette Cole

Jun 23rd, 2008 at 9:40 pm

I went on school camp to Sovereign Hill in primary school; we got to wear the old fashined clothes, and go to school where we learned to write with a dip pen and ink. Now I’m 25 and still love Sovereign Hill! I love experiencing how life was in Victoria in the 1850s, hearing the horses clopping up the road, visiting all the old fashioned shops - especially the lolly shop! They have the best fudge and boiled lollies in the world!

56 Deanna Cross

Jun 23rd, 2008 at 9:20 pm

I remember many trips to Soverign Hill with my grandparents, parents, brothers and sister when i was growing up. Now married with my own little boy, we love to go back to Soverign Hill every year and do all those things we did as kids with our children. Soverign Hill is always changing, but one thing remains the same, you never grow to old for the lolly shop, panning for gold or being taken for a ride in the old horse drawn coaches. A truly wonderful day out for the whole family.

55 Aime Sacrez

Jun 23rd, 2008 at 11:25 am

Sovereign hill is a beautiful historical town.
Shops and workplaces are authentic and they really function as real things in this town.
I felt like I was in 1850s Ballarat.
I will definitely go back there again to experience the amazing 1850s period.

54 Jenny

Jun 22nd, 2008 at 10:22 pm

For a family outing, you can’t beat Sovereign Hill. This time, we’re taking our cousin from America. We could never convey to her the essence of Australian history that one day in Sovereign Hill can. Add to that the drama of Blood on the Southern Cross and she’ll know more about Aussie history than some who live here! What an enjoyable way to learn!

53 Magdalena

Jun 22nd, 2008 at 4:06 pm

I went to see it last week. I loved it - gold panning was great fun! Best thing about it it really looks authentic! From the ‘live country band’ at the town hotel, to mini ‘chinatown’ and all the shops. Feels like you really went back in time!

52 Janelle JONES

Jun 18th, 2008 at 9:35 am

Whenever myself or family have visited Victoria we try to make a point of doing something extra special for the children and Sovereign Hill comes out tops every time. My family hosted a young lady (exchange student) from Germany and both this young lady and myself visited Melbourne. I rented a car and drove from Melbourne to Sovereign Hill just so she could experience the olden times in Australia. The young lady concerned was very appreciative and took so many photos. Her comments that it was the highlight of her stay in Australia and she would have to come back with her family to visit.

51 Sofia & Ian

Jun 18th, 2008 at 8:57 am

We have been several times and will go agian - great place - wonderful shows - history comes alive!!

50 Nola Vella

Jun 17th, 2008 at 8:25 pm

Sovereign Hill is a unique place to visit. It gives us a fascinating insight into an important era in our history-the gold rush. As you enter the gates, you feel transported back in time to the hustle and bustle of the diggings and the lure of gold.

49 Joanne

Jun 17th, 2008 at 11:18 am

Sovereign Hill is an amazing place. I take my children there every school holidays and we easily spend the day exploring different things. What a fantastic place..

48 Adele Graham

Jun 14th, 2008 at 7:43 pm

As I have had the experience of working at Sovereign Hill over 10 years ago now, you get lost in another world, another time frame of history, experiencing the overall life of what a person would have to endure back then. No technology of what we have today. If no one have been to Sovereign Hill, I recommend that you take the time to experience it.

47 Graham

Jun 11th, 2008 at 10:16 am

I work at Sovereign Hill in a entirely different light than one would expect when walking through the Museum.
You see Sovereign Hill is a very diverse place, starting from the front car park you have the Gift Shop then the Entrance Building which caters for Blood on the Southern Cross bookings as well as Entrance Tickets, the Education Building, we have a lot of children visit, The Bakery, Photographers, Post Office, Two Hotels which include catering, Candlemakers, Bowling Alley, Tinsmiths, Foundry, Steam Ops, Mine Tours, Battery House, Gold Pour, More Education Buildings, Waterloo Store at the Diggings, Criterion Store (clothes, hats etc), Jewelley shop, General Store, Lollie Shop, Printers, Chinese Village to name a few. I service 95% of these very different places.
Can you guess what I do?

I.T. (Information Technology).

46 Alex H

Jun 11th, 2008 at 9:42 am

An outstanding example of how a “museum” can capture the imagination of children and adults alike. No longer a static and stuffy exhibition this is a vibrant and exciting living collection. Its does for history what Harry Potter did for childrens literature.

45 Wendy D'Arcy

Jun 10th, 2008 at 4:03 pm

Been there 3 times and will go back again you feel like your in a time warp

44 Gordon

Jun 10th, 2008 at 10:15 am

I relation to Phils comment, I am a regular visitor to Sovereign Hill and I differ with his comments regarding historical integrity. Sovereign Hill is great at what it sets to achieve but is now sadly lacking in what it once had. Artificial snow shows, a costumed character singing the Collingwood football theme song, staff using mobile phones, a definite lack of accurate detail to costuming, staff standing in the saddle makers talking about the footy, and a Bowling Alley attendant who said “I dunno” when my son asked how to assemble a puzzle. Sovereign Hill is still very good but it needs to lift its game to stay at the top.

43 Holly

Jun 8th, 2008 at 7:14 pm

Sovereigh Hill is one of the few places I know where history comes alive, everyone we have taken there from 5 to 70 years absolutely loves it and has a fantastic time.

42 Lee

Jun 5th, 2008 at 4:05 pm

Terrific, absolutely terrific!

Right from the cheerful lads digging mud out of the creek to the “Crazy” Storekeeper in the Waterloo Store, it’s the people at that place that really make history “Come Alive”!

41 Kim

Jun 3rd, 2008 at 3:36 pm

I haven’t been to Sovereign Hill for years and years but I remember it being great fun and now I have three boys of my own I think they would absolutely love visiting there. We’re planning on going next school holidays.

40 Lisa

Jun 2nd, 2008 at 3:41 pm

I have never been to Sovereign Hill before and always thought that it was for the kids. But I had a great time. I took my foster kids to give them a chance to see Victoria, although they enjoyed themselves, I think I got a lot more out of it!

39 Tom Darcy

Jun 1st, 2008 at 8:58 pm

Wonderfull place of history brought to life, a place i can keep going back to again and again.

38 Sophie

Jun 1st, 2008 at 7:52 pm

The last time (and the only) i went to sovereign hill was when i was 11 or 12. It may have been a long time ago i can remember it well. I had such a great time and i haven’t stopped begging mum to go again. We haven’t gone back yet but im not giving up that easily! =]

37 Dominic

May 31st, 2008 at 7:38 pm

Amazed. It felt like travelling back in time. It is a definite “must do” for all my interstate and international guests. Keep it up!!

36 Phil

May 31st, 2008 at 5:55 am

I work there and ‘can’t get enough of the place’. The lengths we go to for authenticity are astounding and are rewarded by the smiles and compliments we get from our visitors. It is a pleasure to go to work.

35 Martin

May 29th, 2008 at 9:11 pm

an absolute rip off and tourist trap….never again..

34 Andrew

May 28th, 2008 at 5:26 pm

Loved it! The history was not lost on me as I am a student of Australian History.
An interactive and entertaining experience that one needs to stay for some time to soak it all in.

33 Katharine Jordan

May 26th, 2008 at 1:17 pm

We visited for a day in March, and panned for gold for hours in the cool waters, not leaving enough time to see all the other attractions. This school holidays we have booked in to a family unit at Sovereign Hill Lodge and are looking forward to 2 days of fun and activities.

32 Maureen Pate

May 24th, 2008 at 12:56 pm

I normally dont like ‘theme parks’, but Sovereign Hill is so well laid out with every detail of authenticity. It truely is like walking back in time. Theres something there to interest everyone, even the anti-theme-parker like me found it a full day event.

31 wayne

May 23rd, 2008 at 5:54 pm

Its is a place built on gold and golden history, and with the staff and volunteers make it a remarkable place to visit. I feel that all australians should visit this museum.

30 Michelle

May 23rd, 2008 at 9:47 am

Sovereign Hill is you walking into a historical environment a living musium They go to great lengths to keep the exibits within the 1850,s time frame. It is a fun learning expeirience. They provide great tours, friendly staff and many activeties to get hands on fun.

29 David Jones

May 22nd, 2008 at 11:09 am

Sovereign Hill provides a terrific sense of early Vic history. A mate and I have taken our kids up there a couple of times and stayed at the Barracks. If you time it right, you get a great room for next to nix. Lovely motel accommodation too though, some rooms with four poster beds! Highly recommended.

28 GAYE JACKSON

May 21st, 2008 at 9:56 pm

They have a fantastic Xmas celebration and great special days for the school holidays. Keep up the good work!

27 Susan

May 21st, 2008 at 9:01 pm

I had never been to Sovereign hill before moving to Ballarat, it really is fun and repeat visits are a must. Great family day out.

26 Justin

May 21st, 2008 at 10:16 am

We live just out of Ballarat and we love taking the kids there as often as we can. They (and their Mum & Dad) just love it. We have a different adventure everytime! It is a fanstastic way to experience the life of a 19th Century miner on the Victorian Goldfields. The Sound and Light show is not to be missed!

25 Luann

May 20th, 2008 at 6:34 pm

Great family day out, children really enjoy panning for gold.

24 Miller family

May 20th, 2008 at 2:47 pm

Our family loves Sovereign Hill and we go every couple of years. We love to stay in the barracks and spend a couple of days enjoying the pioneer experience. Every time we go there is something new to see or do. It is affordable and suits all ages.

23 Leanne Drummond

May 20th, 2008 at 1:54 pm

I voted for Sovereign Hill because it is a wonderful and educational theme park

22 Penny

May 19th, 2008 at 9:49 am

Fantastic replica of life in the 1850’s & 1860’s. The staff are dressed in costume, there are mine tours and gold panning which is plenty of fun for the kids and adults alike. The boiled lollies are a favourite of mine! What a great day out!

21 Matt

May 19th, 2008 at 9:17 am

Sovereign Hill is just a great place to take the family. I remember going there when I went to school and now I can take my little boy there and watch him get the same excitment that I did when I was his age. The raspberry drops are still a favourite

20 Ange Kenos

May 18th, 2008 at 6:13 pm

We go every couple of years

It is a MUST see, along with the museum opposite and the Blood on the Sthn Cross experience. Not to forget a great, all you can eat, dinner

19 Anne

May 17th, 2008 at 12:58 pm

A wonderful venue for all ages. We grandparents took our daughter, her husband and three school children (ages 9,10 & 12) for a weekend, loving every minute spent not only in the park but also at the ‘Blood on the Southern Cross’ presentation in the evening.

18 Geoff Woodman

May 16th, 2008 at 8:17 pm

I really enjoy the atmosphere, the enthusiam of the staff & volunteers in period dress and the dedication to historical comment that is passed on to visitors.

Blood on the Southern Cross is the icing on the cake. I believe that everyone who sees this show must come away with a better understanding on the formation of the basic Australian culture and attitudes.

17 Carolyn Dick

May 16th, 2008 at 4:53 pm

Sovereign Hill is the only place in Australia that truly takes kids (and adults) back in time to experience the days of Gold Mining. From the dusty roads, horse drawn coaches, men in uniform and getting to try your luck at panning for gold. Not to mention my favourite watching candy being made.

16 peter hogbin

May 16th, 2008 at 12:40 pm

sovereign hill is just a wonderful place
hogbin@dow.com

15 peter hogbin

May 16th, 2008 at 12:37 pm

sovereign hill is a trip back in time, from the clidesdales pulling the stage coach to the black smith’s shop, the old backery selling lovely hot pies and pasties the whole place has a wonderful ambience about it

14 Amanda Nogueira

May 16th, 2008 at 10:42 am

I love Soverign Hill. I thought I was in the 18ooo. The costumes, the horses make the whole place come alive. I love the Sound and Light show at night.

13 Maureen Cleeman

May 15th, 2008 at 8:57 pm

Our family enjoys Sovereign Hill because it shows a period of our Australian history in such a way that we can become part of the history for the period that we visit, see the fashions of the day, see children taught as they were in the 1850s and how they dressed also,we panned for real gold, and went home excited with our find, some folk were less fortunate, they did not have a licence and the trooper arrested them!! Plenty to see, eat and buy. We finished the day with Blood on the Southern Cross, not to be missed, all about the Eureka uprising.

12 john

May 15th, 2008 at 1:30 pm

A great place to spend the weekend. We stayed the night at the onsite accomodation, being able to enter/exit at will was a bonus with younger children. Our 6yo still talks about Blood on the Southern Cross more than a year later. We will definitely be going again.

11 Pam

May 13th, 2008 at 9:31 pm

Makes history come to life for the whole family in realistic settings.

10 Jess Davie

May 12th, 2008 at 4:49 pm

A great days journey into Australia’s historical gold rush era.

9 Wendy D'arcy

May 12th, 2008 at 9:56 am

This is such a realistic pioneer settlement that really puts you back in time. It gives you a fantastic and realistic insight into the gold rush years.

8 Shane

May 4th, 2008 at 12:13 pm

History class was never so Fun! History comes alive from the home made sweets to the awesome light show…. and how excited are the kids to find IT”S REAL GOLD DAD!!

7 Rhonda

May 2nd, 2008 at 3:00 pm

Wonderful slice of history presented in a truly engaging fashion. Still haven’t seen the Sound & Light show but would love to do so.

6 cate

May 1st, 2008 at 9:14 pm

A fabulous experience with so much to see and do. The sound and light show was brilliant, much better than I had expected.

5 cathy van leuveren

Apr 28th, 2008 at 10:30 pm

A fantastic day out for all the family

4 Simon Noske

Apr 28th, 2008 at 4:00 pm

Sovereign Hill is a fantastic family adventure where you can strike it rich, become a wanted outlaw or just kick back and enjoy the show.

3 Dale Tomlinson

Apr 27th, 2008 at 11:23 pm

Historically significant and fun for the whole family to enjoy.

2 rosemary iacono

Apr 27th, 2008 at 10:29 pm

I have gone to sovereign hill with my niece and nephew and I have never seen two children enjoy themselves so much - great experience for the whole family.

1 Cindy Dickman

Apr 26th, 2008 at 5:21 pm

Soverign Hill is our family favorite. We visit every school holidays. Taking our friends and visitors gives my children extra visits . Last month we stayed at the Lodge and had dinner at the hotel. We are already looking forward to the winter theme, hopefully we will have real snow like last year.

travel

top ten must do's

number 11 to 101

other places to think about

member satisfaction

sovereign hill

Rating Result

107 comments