Best Coffee Shops and Cafes in Hepburn Springs

"Located on the historic Lydiard Street, Craig’s Royal Hotel was built during the Victorian gold rush. It is Ballarat’s oldest and most luxurious hotel. The hotel has served many famous people including Mark Twain and Prince Alfred (Queen Victoria's second son), and Dame Nellie Melba."

"Known as Ballarat’s grand dame, the historic Craig’s Royal Hotel on Lydiard Street South presents a diverse collection of restaurants, bars and lounges in a magnificent package of Victorian grandeur."

"The 1890 Lakeside Lodge was designed by WH Piper and today it’s a lovely light-filled cafe with a courtyard and huge windows looking out over the lake. Dishes range from egg-and-bacon fry-ups to quinoa breakfast..."

"Pipers By The Lake is proud to be one of western Victoria’s leading restaurants and function centres. The location of Pipers is a stand out,..."

"Boatshed is located on the Lake Wendouree foreshore in the very heart of Ballarat. The iconic Ballarat restaurant has been a popular eatery by the Lake for almost two decades. In late 2017 Boatshed was refurbished and relaunched for its next phase."

"Little Bird’s the place to come not only to catch up on who’s doing what around town (hence the name), but also for a great All Press Coffee fix. When we visited, there was a gathering of local business people all patiently awaiting their take away. As Dan explains, this place is all about good quality without the fanfare – don’t come here to bow down at the altar of coffee religion, but come here for a great, no-nonsense caffeine fix."

"A place to find the odd, the amusing and the interesting,” The Lost Ones is a contemporary art gallery which prides itself on salvaging lost arts and crafts and championing forgotten voices. Located in a Masonic temple, which dates back to the early 1870s, The Lost Ones is a place for exhibitions, performances, art classes and workshops that hope to pass on endangered art skills and techniques, such as lace making, making dyes from plants, bookbinding and more."

"Hidden under an art gallery in an old Masonic Temple, the Lost Ones Basement Bar is hard to find, and equally hard to leave. Here, classic elegance meets mysterious, eclectic charm...if you can find it!. The bar has an extensive wine, beer, spirits and cocktail menu, as well as light meals."

"As a part of the University of Ballarat Arts Academy, the Post Office Gallery is an educational resource that showcases artwork from the students and staff of FedUni’s Arts Academy, as well as local and emerging Australian artists. Dating back to 1909, the collection includes paintings, graphics, contemporary prints, ceramics and sculptures. These recommendations were updated on September 16, 2020 to keep your travel plans fresh."

"It is located in the cultural district of Ballarat, and gives off a unique vibe. If you want to learn more about the art and culture of Ballarat, just head over to the Post Office Gallery as it is filled with some of the finest pieces that are hung up on its walls. There are also a lot of exhibitions that are always going on in the gallery."

"Cake Eclipse combines art and elegance that will take you on an indulgent journey you will never forget. That special day should resonate with you for a lifetime and our purpose is to ensure that your wedding cake reflects those special moments not only on your wedding day but the memories that follow. Amidst our years of experience, we have developed our signature recipes which use only the finest all natural ingredients ensuring that the taste will take you on a journey of it's own."

"Babushka a venue for musicians, artists and like minds to socialise and enjoy an atmosphere of music, wine, art and conversation, this little wine bar/..."