Bendigo Loddon

Travel Guide

Melville Caves is a great place to camp and hike around. There are a number of vantage points, and you are likely to see a number of wallabies that hangout off the path near the lookout.

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Maldon was designated "Australia's first notable town" -- I guess that's because of the many 19th century goldfields towns in this part of Victoria, this is the most authentic.
A short 10min hike from the car park and past the fire tower, brings you to a peaceful sunset vantage point overlooking the surrounds of Heathcote and Lake Eppalock in the distance. What your step as there are lots of small loose boulders. At dawn/dusk there are quite a few Kangaroos and Wallabies jumping out in front of you on the drive in also.
One person dragon from the Bendigo Easter Parade (2013).  One of many traditional chinese dragons on the march in this long parade each Easter Sunday.  It's a reminder of the town's gold-rush past when many chinese migrants worked in local gold mines.
Mount Alexander has some amazing places to test out your climbing skills outside. The climbs range from some easier ones to a few of the more difficult like the one in my photo!

Where to stay in Bendigo Loddon

One person dragon from the Bendigo Easter Parade

Bendigo Central

If you're spending some time in Bendigo Central, Post Office Gallery and Bendigo Art Gallery are top sights worth seeing.

Bendigo Central
Bendigo showing a temple or place of worship and interior views

North Bendigo

While visiting North Bendigo, you might make a stop by sights like Webdon Park Estate Reserve and Jackass Flat Nature Conservation Reserve.

North Bendigo
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Golden Square

You'll enjoy the coffeehouses and parks in Golden Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Sparrowhawk Gully Bushland Reserve or Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve.

Golden Square
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East Bendigo

If you're spending some time in East Bendigo, Bendigo East Bushland Reserve and White Hills H92 Bushland Reserve are top sights worth seeing.

East Bendigo
Sunrise at Crusoe Reservoir, Bendigo. Dramatic red skies over luscious green forest, pristine nature and open landscapes in Central Victoria.

Kangaroo Flat

Kangaroo Flat is noteworthy for its shopping, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Lansell Plaza Shopping Centre and Charcoal Gully Bushland Reserve.

Kangaroo Flat
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Kennington

Kennington is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Flora Hill Bushland Reserve and Grassy Flat Reservoir Bushland Reserve.

Kennington
Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments

3 out of 5
252 Barker St Castlemaine VIC
The price is ₩144,391 per night from Mar 25 to Mar 26
₩144,391
₩174,494 total
Mar 25 - Mar 26
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Castlemaine. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and daily housekeeping. Popular attractions Victorian Goldfields Railway - Castlemain Station ...
7.8/10 Good! (231 reviews)
Great location Apartment clean. Bed comfortable great tv and lounge chairs. Air conditioner worked well but windows unable to be opened Only body wash in shower and it was empty Small bottles of conditioning shampoo basic but acceptable No cloth to wipe down kitchen area but there was a tea towel ...

Reviewed on Mar 23, 2026

Castlemaine Colonial Motel and Apartments
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments

National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments

3.5 out of 5
182-186 High Street Bendigo VIC
The price is ₩160,434 per night from Apr 6 to Apr 7
₩160,434
₩176,477 total
Apr 6 - Apr 7
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this motel in Bendigo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and 2 bars/lounges. Our guests praise the helpful staff and the clean rooms in our reviews. Popular ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (940 reviews)
Top spot with great meals and drinks at very good prices. Best value di far on our toad trip. 👍😊

Reviewed on Mar 14, 2026

National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
Oval Motel

Oval Motel

3 out of 5
194 Barnard Street Bendigo VIC
The price is ₩110,209 per night from Mar 29 to Mar 30
₩110,209
₩121,226 total
Mar 29 - Mar 30
includes taxes & fees
Stay at this hotel in Bendigo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and breakfast (surcharge). Our guests praise the helpful staff in our reviews. Popular attractions ...
8.8/10 Excellent! (570 reviews)
Positives: The room has kettle, cutlery, plates and bowls etc, mugs, glasses, mini fridge and microwave. No stove or pots/pans. Also has a TV and reverse cycle air con. Lots of brochures for local dining. Beds were comfortable with plenty of bedding. The room decor is colourful and simple. Price ...

Reviewed on Mar 22, 2026

Oval Motel
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.
A-line Holiday Park

A-line Holiday Park

3.5 out of 5
5615 Calder Highway Big Hill VIC
Stay at this campground in Bendigo. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Lansell Plaza Shopping Centre and Charcoal Gully Bushland ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (491 reviews)
Clean well equipped cabin. Good tv coverage. Quiet and peaceful.

Reviewed on Mar 3, 2026

A-line Holiday Park
Taradale House Estate

Taradale House Estate

4 out of 5
119 Phillips Road Taradale VIC
Book a stay at this family-friendly cottage in Taradale. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and an outdoor pool. Popular attractions Taradale Nature Conservation ...
9.2/10 Wonderful! (28 reviews)
Orchard Cottage was a lovely stay- it was bright and airy. The cottage has two generous sized bedrooms and living area plus a large bathroom with 2 showers and spa. The grounds are amazing to walk around. And it is not too far from Castlemaine.

Reviewed on Feb 15, 2026

Taradale House Estate
Nagambie Caravan Park & Motel

Nagambie Caravan Park & Motel

3 out of 5
143 High Street Nagambie VIC
Book a stay at this golf cabin in Nagambie. Enjoy free WiFi, free parking, and a garden. Popular attractions Nagambie Golf Course and Nagambie Lakes Community ...
8/10 Very Good! (89 reviews)
With 2 houra notice, they provided a clean room, comfy bed, and a shower to die for! After hrs check in was a breeze! Faultless!

Reviewed on Feb 27, 2026

Nagambie Caravan Park & Motel
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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