Introduction
What to do
Where to eat
When to visit
How to get there
Where to stay
Hiring a car

Bendigo travel guide

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You're Going to Love Bendigo

With a population of 100,617, Bendigo is a must-see destination in Victoria, Australia. It is one of the most popular cities to visit in the country. Consider staying at least one whole day in Bendigo to see all of its attractions.

Where to Eat in Bendigo

Bendigo CBD is the neighbourhood with the most restaurants in Bendigo. These include popular favourites such as The Woodhouse Bar & Grill (101 Williamson Street), Whitby Bendigo (28 Nolan Street) and Brougham Arms Hotel (150 Williamson Street).

When to visit Bendigo

Bendigo in December
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel
Bendigo in December
Estimated hotel price
$140
1 night at 3-star hotel

Looking for warm weather? Then head to Bendigo in January, when the average temperature is 21 °C, and the highest can go up to 29 °C. The coldest month, on the other hand, is July, when it can get as cold as 4 °C, with an average temperature of 7 °C. You’re likely to see more rain in June, when precipitation is around 60 mm. In contrast, January is usually the driest month of the year in Bendigo, with an average rainfall of 30 mm.

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How to Get to Bendigo

Plane

When flying to Bendigo, you’ll arrive at Bendigo (BXG), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bendigo is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 82 miles from Bendigo. You’ll find branches of Turo and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Melbourne.

Plane

When flying to Bendigo, you’ll arrive at Bendigo (BXG), which is located 3 miles from the city centre.

Car

Another option to get to Bendigo is to pick up a car hire from Melbourne, which is about 82 miles from Bendigo. You’ll find branches of Turo and Bargain Car Rentals, among others, in Melbourne.

Airports near Bendigo

AVVMelbourne Avalon
MELMelbourne
MEBMelbourne Essendon

Airlines serving Bendigo

KLM
Good (1,434 reviews)
Lufthansa
Good (7,696 reviews)
British Airways
Good (7,657 reviews)
Delta
Good (8,027 reviews)
Turkish Airlines
Good (4,150 reviews)
SWISS
Good (1,840 reviews)
Iberia
Good (3,076 reviews)
United Airlines
Good (9,139 reviews)
Qatar Airways
Good (3,701 reviews)
Emirates
Excellent (3,462 reviews)
Air France
Good (1,519 reviews)
Air Canada
Good (10,603 reviews)
Austrian Airlines
Good (889 reviews)
Etihad Airways
Good (1,360 reviews)
Scandinavian Airlines
Good (1,635 reviews)
Cathay Pacific
Good (1,124 reviews)
Finnair
Good (1,346 reviews)
Singapore Airlines
Excellent (1,429 reviews)
Alaska Airlines
Excellent (11,664 reviews)
Ethiopian Air
Good (936 reviews)
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Where to stay in Bendigo

Average rates range from around $126 per night for a double room in a 3-star hotel to $260 and up for a 5-star experience. If you’re on a budget, well-reviewed accommodations include Elm Motel and Bendigo Backpackers. There are also lots of holiday rental options in Bendigo, with prices from $103 to $1,103 per night. Bendigo CBD is the neighbourhood with the highest amount of rentals to choose from. On average, holiday rentals in Bendigo are about 45% more expensive than a hotel room in the city.

Most popular hotel in Bendigo by neighbourhood

Where to stay in popular areas of Bendigo

Most booked hotels in Bendigo

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All Seasons Resort Hotel Bendigo
4 stars
Excellent (8.8, Excellent reviews)
$152+
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Happy Wanderer Motel Bendigo Children Not Permitted Over 18s Only
3 stars
Excellent (8.6, Excellent reviews)
$100+
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Mercure Bendigo Schaller
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$149+
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Quality Hotel Lakeside
3 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$142+
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Balgownie Estate Winery Retreat & Restaurant
4 stars
Excellent (8.4, Excellent reviews)
$200+
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The Hotel Shamrock
3 stars
Good (7.8, Good reviews)
$140+
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Hiring a car in Bendigo

Hiring a car in Bendigo costs $88 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.62 per litre in Bendigo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.35 and $25.79. The most frequently booked car type in Bendigo is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

Hiring a car in Bendigo costs $88 per day, on average.

Expect to pay $1.62 per litre in Bendigo (average price from the past 30 days). Depending on the size of your car hire, filling up the tank will cost between $19.35 and $25.79. The most frequently booked car type in Bendigo is Standard (Class Commercial Truck or similar). If you’re looking to save money, though, keep in mind that Economy car hire (MG 3 or similar) is, on average, 54% cheaper than other car hire types in the city.

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