Ironbark
Bendigo
Popular places to visit
Bendigo Art Gallery
Go on a journey through two centuries of art as you explore the galleries of one of Australia’s oldest regional galleries and its sleek contemporary wing.
Central Deborah Gold Mine
For an exciting and immersive history experience, descend into Bendigo’s mineshafts and learn about the city’s rich gold-mining heritage on a guided tour.
Rosalind Park
Bendigo’s central park tells the city’s story through historic relics, heritage gardens, leafy avenues and a beautiful 19th-century conservatory.
Hargreaves Mall
Indulge in some retail therapy, grab a drink or a bite to eat or catch one of the many events that take place in Bendigo’s central shopping precinct.
Bendigo Library
Bendigo’s local community hub is a great place to learn about the Goldfields region, read a book at the café or bring the family for a day of educational fun.
Golden Dragon Museum
Bendigo’s rich Chinese heritage is showcased at this museum, which follows the culture’s influence in the city from the gold rush to the present day.
Things to do
Top hotels in Ironbark
National Hotel Complex and Bendigo Central Apartments
Our stay got off to a bumpy start when the door key could not be extracted and we were moved to another room. That aside, the room was clean, comfortable, quiet and the amenities adequate for an overnight stay.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026
Oval Motel
Very clean and comfortable room with microwave. Helpful staff and good location walkable to everything but far enough away for some quietness too. Would stay again. Good value.
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
Hotel Shamrock Bendigo
Nice central hotel
Reviewed on 7 Jan 2026
All Seasons Resort
Fantastic place for couples or families. Will be returning!
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026
Quality Hotel Lakeside
N/A
Reviewed on 3 Jan 2026
BIG4 Tasman Holiday Parks - Bendigo
First time in Bendigo and first time at a Big 4. It wasn’t very busy so that added to the pleasantness of our stay. The cabin was great for a family of four, had everything we needed. The facilities are great with lots of things to do for all ages. We enjoyed the jumping pillow, the carts, table ...
Reviewed on 15 Jan 2026
Other neighbourhoods around Ironbark
Long Gully
While Long Gully may not have many sights to explore, venturing just a little farther will lead you to top things to see and do like Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve and Bendigo Stadium.
Bendigo Central
While visiting Bendigo Central, you might make a stop by sights like Bendigo Art Gallery and The Capital-Bendigo's Performing Arts Centre.
Golden Square
You'll enjoy the coffee shops and parks in Golden Square. You might want to make time for a stop at Mickey Mouse Hill Bushland Reserve or Sparrowhawk Gully Bushland Reserve.
North Bendigo
While visiting North Bendigo, you might make a stop by sights like Webdon Park Estate Reserve and Jackass Flat Nature Conservation Reserve.
Quarry Hill
Travellers like the golf courses in Quarry Hill, and Quarry Hill Golf Club is a top attraction you might want to visit.
Kennington
Kennington is noteworthy for its bars, and you can make a stop at top attractions like Flora Hill Bushland Reserve and Bendigo Fun Factory.
