Hidden Lanes

City Tales Guided Walking Tour

St. Paul's Anglican Church, 5 Humffray St S
Bakery Hill Victoria 3350

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Adult:$69 – $87Child:$69

Includes hot drink/cuppa and Ballarat print.

Children under 6 are free (does not include drink or art print).

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Step into Ballarat’s exciting hidden Goldrush stories – on the Ballarat City Tales walking tour.

With a local storyteller as your guide, you’ll uncover forgotten tales of rebellion, ambition, and invention from gold rush dreams to moments of wonder.

This fun-filled 2-2.5 hr tour includes exclusive access to the upper level of the beautiful Town Hall and the Ballarat Mechanics Institute, hot drink at the most historic, grand hotel in Ballarat and fascinating, intriguing tales from the Gold Rush and a visit to the spot where the Eureka Stockade speech was made.

You want a truly unique experience that can only be found in Ballarat, but finding something beyond the usual tourist spots can be difficult. Without the right guide, you’ll miss out on so many fascinating places and stories that make this city special. Don’t leave Ballarat without truly experiencing its hidden gems.

The tour includes a complimentary hot drink and a beautifully designed art print to take home as a memento of your experience.

Perfect for locals and visitors, this tour is all about slowing down and seeing Ballarat through new eyes.

Small group sizes ensure a relaxed pace and time for great conversation. Accessible and flat route.

Operator:Hidden Lanes

Inclusions:

Includes drink/cuppa and Ballarat print.

Days of operation:

  • Tours run on-demand most days except for Tuesdays. Regular scheduled tours usually run every Saturday.

Tour highlights:

  • Titanic Memorial Bandstand: A gorgeous bandstand with an intriguing history.
  • Main Road: Soak in the curious Main Road where eccentric shops are mixed in with a wild history.

Content: Hidden Lanes

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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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