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Home to Aradale Lunatic Asylum, Ararat Asylums and Foragers Cafe, in the Grampians region of Victoria.

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Aradale Lunatic Asylum
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Aradale Asylum was an Australian psychiatric hospital, located in Ararat, a rural city in Victoria. Aradale was opened in 1867 and served as an asylum for…

Ararat Asylums
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Take a guided evening ghost tour or paranormal investigation of Ararat's premier tourist destination, J Ward Lunatic Asylum. J Ward is the premier tourist…

Foragers Cafe
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Foragers Cafe serve breakfast, lunch and everything in between. As well as being a deli, small goods grocer and catering. The cafe serving up Seven seeds brew,…

J Ward, Ararat's Old Gaol and Lunatic Asylum
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Take a guided tour of J Ward, Ararat's Old Gaol and Lunatic Asylum. Hear stories of murderers, ghosts and mistreatment of mental illness. J Ward is two and a…

Eerie Tours - Aradale Ghost Tour
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Aradale Ghost Tour takes you to Australia's largest abandoned lunatic asylum. Opened in 1867 as Ararat Lunatic Asylum, this building housed tens of thousands…

Fred & Bet's Cafe
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Fred & Bet's Cafe specialises in homemade food and delicious coffee, plus catering for functions of all sizes. Locally owned and operated. They endeavour to…
Things to do in Ararat

Ararat Gallery TAMA
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Established in 1968, Ararat Gallery TAMA (Textile Art Museum Australia) has a unique place amongst Australia's public galleries, through its longstanding…

Ararat Railway Museum
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Train buffs will delight in this fascinating collection of railway history memorabilia and a working model train. The museum's display is a reminder of the…

Chalambar Golf and Bowls Club
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Chalambar Golf and Bowls Club is just two kilometres from Ararat at the foot of One Tree Hill is a peaceful rural setting with an abundance of natural wildlife…
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Food and drink in Ararat

Gardens Lake Cafe
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Gardens Lake Cafe offers home made cake, light meals and great coffee right in the heart of the historic Alexandra Gardens Ararat. Enjoy your drinks or meal in…

Mountains of Chocolate
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Mountains of Chocolate is a delightful chocolate shop in Ararat, offering a tempting selection of artisanal chocolates, cakes, slices and gift-ready treats.…

Oak and Hound Wine Bar
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Nestled in the heart of Ararat, the Oak and Hound Wine Bar is a warm and welcoming venue where regional craftsmanship meets refined taste. They proudly…
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Places to stay in Ararat

Crabapple Cottage
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Crabapple Cottage has been lovingly renovated with visitors in mind. Inviting and spacious, this regional idyll is a welcome retreat after winery hopping,…

Acacia Caravan Park and Holiday Units
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Acacia Caravan Park is a welcoming, family-owned park in the heart of Ararat, offering a wide range of affordable accommodation to suit every traveller. Choose…

Ararat Motor Inn
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Ararat Motor Inn offers well-appointed modern accommodation. A great location at 367 Barkly St Ararat, with cafes, restaurants, pubs, clubs, and shopping just…
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What's on in Ararat

Andy Alberts
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Andy Alberts is passionate about five things: his culture, his land, his people, his family and his music. As a Gunditjmara man, Andy is proud of his heritage…

BABBA - The Ultimate ABBA tribute experience
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For 30 years, BABBA has been thrilling audiences across Australia and the world with their dazzling tribute to 70s supergroup ABBA. From Waterloo to Dancing…

Damon Smith
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Damon Smith is a Music Victoria Award-winning pianist, singer-songwriter, and performer known for his powerful blend of blues, rock and roll, jazz, and soul.…
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