Castlemaine and Maldon also offer a wide variety of eating experiences, all these eateries are within a 25km radius of Jajarawong.
Local pubs are also a great experience.
This region is rich in things to see and do. These include steam train rides, or diesel-electrics to regional art galleries and small private craft and art centres. You can indulge yourself with a spa bath at the Hepburn Complex or visit historic homes and gardens, see dingoes or butterflies. For the more active, you can horse ide or take many of the walking tracks through State Forest. Within an easy hour of Jajarawong you can visit Sovereign Hill, Ballarat Wildlife Park and the Eureka Stockade Interpretive Centre.