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Hidden Lanes

119A Sturt St,
Ballarat Central VIC 3350

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Tired of the same old tourist trails? Discover Victoria's Goldfields on immersive walking tours that reveal the true heart of Ballarat and Clunes with Hidden Lanes.

Welcome, fellow Slow Traveller, at Hidden Lanes, they take you beyond brochures into hidden stories, secret laneways, and forgotten histories that bring destinations to life in the Victorian Goldfields and beyond.

Hidden Lanes offers immersive walking tours in Ballarat and Clunes that reveal historic secrets, creative makers, and vibrant local life. Designed for curious travellers who prefer to explore slowly.

Frustrated by out of date guidebooks and the difficulty of discovering the authentic secret gems that make a place unique, they created Hidden Lanes specifically for Slow Travellers who want authentic and immersive experiences that let you travel deeper and uncover stories you won't find on Google. Their small and intimate group tours ensure meaningful moments and feature expert local knowledge.

Uncover the secret world of the Goldfields, book a tour today.

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225 Sturt Street
Ballarat VIC 3350

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Acknowledgement of Country

Across Victoria’s Midwest, we acknowledge that we travel across the ancient landscapes of many First Peoples communities. These lands have been nurtured and cared for over tens of thousands of years and we respect the work of Traditional Custodians for their ongoing care and protection.

We recognise the past injustices against Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples in this country. As our knowledge grows, we hope that we can learn from their resilience and creativity that has guided them for over 60,000 years. As we invite people to visit and explore Victoria’s Midwest, we ask that alongside us, you also grow to respect the stories, living culture and connection to Country of the Ancestors and Elders of our First Peoples.


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